# The Neon Door - Review Summary
Customers report consistent positive experiences across multiple services including microblading, lash extensions, hair styling, facials, tooth gems, tattoos, and scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Staff members are frequently mentioned by name with clients crediting specific stylists for strong results, particularly in lash retention, hair color work, and SMP treatments. Recurring themes include a welcoming and professional atmosphere, cleanliness, staff professionalism and communication, and clients' confidence in results.
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About The Neon Door
The Neon Door is a Tucson-based permanent makeup studio offering eyebrow tattoos, combination brows, saline tattoo removal, and scalp micropigmentation. With a 4.9 Google rating across 113 reviews, the studio has earned strong client trust. As a women-owned, Latinx-owned business, The Neon Door is committed to serving all clients with pride-it's a designated LGBTQ+ friendly space and transgender safespace where everyone is welcome.
Amenities & details
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safespace
Other
Identifies as women-owned
Identifies as Latino-owned
Parking
Paid street parking
Payments
Debit cards
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Planning
Appointment required
Appointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Gender-neutral restroom
What these procedures are
Eyebrow Tattoo+
Eyebrow tattoo - the umbrella for permanent brow procedures (microblading, nano, powder, and combination brows) - reshapes, defines, and fills the brows with semi-permanent pigment. The right technique depends on your skin type, the look you want, and your artist's recommendation.
All brow procedures are completed across an initial session and a touch-up, and typically last one to three years.
Combination Brows+
Combination brows pair hair-like strokes through the front of the brow with a soft powder shade through the body and tail - the most natural-looking option for many skin types, and a popular middle ground between microblading and powder.
Results are built over two sessions and usually last two to three years.
Saline Tattoo Removal+
Saline tattoo removal lightens or erases unwanted permanent makeup - old, dark, discolored, or misshapen brows, eyeliner, or lip work. Saline removal tattoos a salt-based solution into the area to lift pigment out as it heals; laser removal uses targeted light to break pigment down for the body to clear.
Both work gradually over several sessions spaced weeks apart. Often the goal is simply to lighten old work enough for a fresh, corrective result to be applied over a cleaner base.
Scalp Micropigmentation+
Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) replicates the look of tiny hair follicles to create the appearance of a closely shaved head or added density through thinning areas. It mimics hair - it does not regrow it - and is a cosmetic solution for the look of hair loss.
Pricing
Eyebrow Tattoo· initial + touch-up
$350-$900
Combination Brows· initial + touch-up
$450-$900
Saline Tattoo Removal· per session; usually several
$100-$400
Scalp Micropigmentation· varies with the area covered
$400-$2500
Typical Tucson ranges for guidance - confirm exact prices with The Neon Door.
The Neon Door: FAQs
How much does permanent makeup cost in Tucson?
Across the permanent makeup procedures offered in Tucson, prices typically run from about $100 to $2,500, depending on the procedure, the artist's experience, and whether a touch-up is included. Brow procedures - microblading, nano, powder, and combination brows - usually sit at the lower-to-middle of that range, while lip tattoo and specialist paramedical work such as areola tattoo or scalp micropigmentation run higher. Most quoted prices cover a complete result (an initial session plus the touch-up that perfects it six to eight weeks later) rather than a single visit, so compare what each quote includes. Use these as guidance figures - the only accurate price is the one an artist gives you after a consultation, as it varies with your skin, the detail you want, and any correction of previous work.
What's the most popular permanent makeup procedure in Tucson?
Brows are the core of permanent makeup in Tucson and everywhere else - microblading, nano, powder, and combination brows are the most-requested procedures, chosen to define, fill, or reshape the brows with results suited to different skin types. Specialist paramedical work - such as scalp micropigmentation, areola tattoo, and scar camouflage - serves more specific needs. You can explore every procedure offered locally in the sections above, each with the artists who provide it.
Which brow procedure is right for me in Tucson?
It comes down to your skin type and the look you want. Microblading creates fine, hair-like strokes with a hand tool and reads the most natural, but suits normal-to-dry skin best. Nano brows make similar strokes with a single-needle machine that's gentler and holds better on oily and mature skin. Powder (or ombré) brows build a soft, shaded, makeup-look fill that wears especially well on oily and combination skin. Combination brows pair crisp strokes at the front with powder shading through the body for a versatile middle ground. There's no single "best" - the right choice depends on your skin, and a good Tucson artist recommends a technique after seeing it at a consultation rather than selling you one in advance.
How long does permanent makeup last?
It depends on the procedure. Brow work - microblading, nano, powder, and combination brows - generally lasts one to three years; lip tattoo often lasts two to four years; eyeliner tattoo one to three years; and scalp micropigmentation several years with periodic top-ups. All permanent makeup is semi-permanent by design: the pigment sits in the upper skin and fades gradually, which lets your look stay current as styles and your face change over time. How long yours lasts depends most on your skin type (oilier skin fades faster), sun exposure, and skincare - exfoliating acids and retinoids speed fading, while daily SPF extends it. A maintenance touch-up every one to two years keeps color looking fresh.
SMP is usually built across two to four sessions and can last several years with periodic maintenance.
Does scalp micropigmentation regrow hair?
No - scalp micropigmentation (SMP) doesn't regrow hair, and any artist who claims it does is misleading you. SMP tattoos tiny, layered dots of pigment onto the scalp to replicate the look of closely shaved hair follicles, or to add the appearance of density through thinning areas and over scars. It's a cosmetic illusion of fuller hair, not a medical hair-loss treatment, and it works for men and women, from a receding hairline to full hair loss. Results last several years with occasional top-ups. A consultation assesses your scalp, skin tone, and goals to design a natural-looking hairline and density.
Is permanent makeup safe?
Performed by a licensed, properly trained artist in a clean, regulated studio, permanent makeup is a well-established and low-risk cosmetic procedure. The key safety factors are single-use sterile needles, a hygienic dedicated workspace, and an artist who follows bloodborne-pathogen and local licensing requirements. A good artist reviews your medical history, may recommend a patch test if you have sensitive skin or known allergies, and gives clear aftercare to prevent infection while the skin heals. The main risks - infection, allergic reaction, or simply being unhappy with the shape or color - rise sharply with unlicensed or undertrained operators. That's exactly why checking credentials, hygiene standards, and healed portfolio work matters before you book, and why every Tucson artist here links to their profile and reviews.
Does permanent makeup hurt?
Most clients describe permanent makeup as mild discomfort rather than pain - more pressure and light scratching than anything sharp. Artists apply a topical numbing cream before and often during the procedure, which keeps most people comfortable throughout. Sensitivity varies from person to person and by the area treated: lip tattoo and the lash line tend to feel more sensitive than brows, and many people are more sensitive around their menstrual cycle. A session usually takes one to two hours, much of it spent mapping and designing the shape rather than tattooing. If you're anxious about discomfort, raise it at your consultation - your artist can adjust the numbing and the pace to suit you.
How should I prepare for a permanent makeup appointment?
A little preparation helps your result heal cleanly, whichever procedure you book. For 24-48 hours beforehand, avoid alcohol and caffeine and - with your doctor's okay - blood thinners such as aspirin and fish oil, as these increase bleeding and make numbing less effective. In the week before, pause retinoids and exfoliating acids near the area, and don't wax, tint, or have strong facials right beforehand. Don't schedule it just before a holiday or big event, since the area needs a couple of weeks to heal and settle. Bring inspiration photos, and tell your artist about any medications, allergies, skin conditions, or (for lip tattoo) a history of cold sores at the consultation, so they can plan safely.
What is the healing process like?
Healing follows a predictable arc for most permanent makeup. The color looks boldest for the first few days, then the area lightly flakes and peels over roughly a week - do not pick it, as that pulls pigment out and risks patchiness. Next comes a brief stage where the color seems to fade or almost vanish ("ghosting"), which worries people but is normal; over the following two to four weeks the true, softer color blooms back as the deeper layers settle. Most procedures look their best by four to six weeks, which is when the touch-up is done. Throughout, keep the area clean and dry, avoid heavy sweating, swimming, saunas, and direct sun, and use only the aftercare your artist provides.
Do I need a touch-up appointment?
Yes - most brow and lip procedures are designed as a two-step result. The initial session establishes the shape and color, and a touch-up six to eight weeks later refines it once the skin has healed and you can see how the pigment settled. Almost every Tucson studio includes that first touch-up in the quoted price, so it isn't an extra cost - confirm when you book. After that, an occasional maintenance touch-up (typically every one to two years) keeps the result looking fresh; this is usually charged separately at a reduced rate. Skipping the first touch-up isn't recommended, as healed pigment often needs minor balancing for the most natural finish.
Can permanent makeup be removed or corrected?
Yes. Because permanent makeup fades over time, small changes are often made at a touch-up or a future refresh. To change more - or to remove old, dark, or misshapen work - existing pigment can be lightened with saline or laser removal over several sessions, then re-worked once the skin recovers. This is specialist work: choose an artist experienced specifically in correction or removal, share clear photos at a consultation, and expect a realistic, staged plan rather than a one-visit fix. Removing or covering previous work usually costs more than a fresh result, so it's worth getting the first one right by choosing your artist carefully.
How do I choose the best permanent makeup artist in Tucson?
Start with healed portfolio work, not fresh results - healed photos show how an artist's pigment and shape actually settle after a few weeks, which is what you'll live with day to day. Check the artist is licensed and works in a clean, dedicated studio, and read recent reviews for consistency rather than relying on a single glowing comment. Look for a portfolio with results on skin tones and features similar to yours, then book a consultation to discuss shape, color, and your skin type before committing. Compare a few Tucson artists side by side on style, price, and availability. Every artist on this page has a profile with their portfolio, ratings, procedures, and contact details, so you can shortlist and book directly with no booking fee.
How do I book a permanent makeup artist in Tucson?
Every artist on this page has a profile with their portfolio, reviews, services, and contact details, so you can compare Tucson artists and book directly - with no booking fee. Most recommend a short consultation first to agree the shape, color, and the right procedure for your skin before your appointment.