Altra PMU

Altra PMU

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Permanent make up. Powder/Ombre brows, Nano brows, Lipblushing, Eyeliner, Paramedical tattoo

ALTRA PMU is a Permanent Makeup (PMU) studio that specializes in Powder/Ombre brows, Lipblushing, and Eyeliner. We have meticulously honed our craft, training in both Europe and America, to deliver the latest PMU techniques that will leave a lasting impression!

04/30/2026

In this case, one quick removal session before creating new brows was the smartest approach😉

It gave Anastasia a clean canvas — no need to fight old, cool-toned pigment with corrective colors, which would lead to more saturated look.
The result? Cleaner, better long-term work, and so more flexibility when it comes to shape and technique.🤌🏽

Not loving your old brow tattoo? Send us a clear photo - we’ll guide you on the best plan (removal, correction, or a fresh start)

🌿 COMBO BROWS 🌿

⏱ Duration: ~2.5 hrs
😌 Discomfort: 2/10 (topical numbing applied)
💧 Healing: ~7 days
⏳ Longevity: ~2+ years
🎨 A blend of Nano hair strokes and shading for the best of both worlds.

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

Photos from Altra PMU's post 04/16/2026

Perfectly healed classic eyeliner for beautiful Grace ❤️
I’m not gonna to lie - this one came with a couple of challenges.

Asian eyelids often have multiple folds, which means we actually work on a much larger area than what’s visible when the eyes are open. Precision and patience😁 is everything here.

The second challenge? Thick, dense skin (lucky her 😁) - the pigment just didn’t want to implant easily.
So you can imagine my relief when she came in for her touch-up with 99% retention 🤌🏽
We only needed to perfect a couple of small areas, and that was it—she’s set for the next few years!

And I’m especially excited for her because eyeliner used to be part of her daily routine. We all know how time-consuming (and frustrating) it can be to get that perfect line every single day.

Now Grace gets to enjoy her mornings, her summer, and never worry about smudging again☺️

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

🖤 CLASSIC EYELINER 🖤

⏱ Duration: ~2 hrs
😌 Discomfort: 2/10 (numbing applied throughout)
💧 Healing: ~4-5 days
⏳ Longevity: ~3+ years
🎨 A timeless, clean eyeliner look that defines your eyes and enhances your lash line — perfect for clients who love a sharp, elegant finish.

Photos from Altra PMU's post 04/09/2026

👏 for the best Nano brows artist in the DMV who kills it every single time, even on mature skin - Anastasia

Mature skin is one of the most challenging to work on — and here’s why 👇🏼

• Thinner + more delicate, less elasticity
With age, skin loses collagen and becomes more fragile. One wrong move — hello blowouts, bruising, bleeding

• More texture (fine lines, pores)
Pigment can heal unevenly if not placed correctly

• Health + medications play a role
Many clients take medications or have health conditions that can affect healing + pigment retention

• Less natural hair to hide behind
Brows thin out over time, so there’s no room for mistakes — every detail is visible without hair to soften it

If this is you or someone you love (Mother’s Day approaching😉) and you want soft, natural nano brows - not two blue microbladed caterpillars 🐛
👉🏼 Visit our website to book
👉🏼 Or send us a DM with any questions 💌

Service :✨ NANO BROWS ✨

Feather-light, hair-like strokes for the most natural brows 🌿

⏱ Duration: ~3 hrs
😌 Discomfort: 2/10 (topical numbing applied)
💧 Healing: ~7 days
⏳ Longevity: ~1-2+ years
🎨 Each set is fully customized in shape and color to enhance your natural features.

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

04/08/2026

Forever grateful for the way I grew up, but being able to give my kids experiences I once only dreamed of… that’s everything ☺️

Hard work, consistency, and a career I truly love (thank you, PMU 🙏) made this possible.

03/27/2026

This is your sign, my spring birthday girlies ❤️

☁️ OMBRE BROWS ☁️

⏱ Duration: ~2 hrs
😌 Discomfort: 2/10 (topical numbing applied)
💧 Healing: ~7 days
⏳ Longevity: ~2+ years
🎨 Ideal for all skin types — heals into a soft, powdery tint under your natural brow hair.

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

03/23/2026

You know why so many clients wait so long to book?
Because they’ve seen scary brows on friends or family 😬

Reminder - high quality permanent brows should be undetectable.
Not overly bold, not too dark, not the first thing people notice.

They simply enhance your features and give you that polished, effortless look ✨

☁️ OMBRE BROWS ☁️

⏱ Duration: ~2 hrs
😌 Discomfort: 2/10 (topical numbing applied)
💧 Healing: ~7 days
⏳ Longevity: ~2+ years
🎨 Ideal for all skin types — heals into a soft, powdery tint under your natural brow hair.

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

03/17/2026

Anais definitely looks like a movie star 😍
Thank you for trusting me with your lips

LIPBLUSH 💋

⏱ Duration: ~2.5 hrs
😌 Discomfort: 2/10 (numbing applied)
💧 Healing: ~4-5 days
⏳ Longevity: ~2+ years
🎨 Adds color, restores lip contour, and corrects fordyce spots or uneven tone.

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

Photos from Altra PMU's post 03/16/2026

Healed classic eyeliner before a minimal touch-up.
This elegant, dainty style will last my client a few years before needing a refresh.

Swipe to see freshly touched-up nano brows with soft shading in the tails - looove😍

03/12/2026

Swipe to see the process behind creating these beautiful Combo Brows!

From precise mapping and custom color selection to delicate hair strokes and soft shading - every step is designed to create balanced, natural-looking brows tailored just for her face.

Ready for your transformation?
Booking link in bio - March is fully booked, April is filling up fast. ❤️

🌿 COMBO BROWS 🌿

⏱ Duration: ~2.5 hrs
😌 Discomfort: 2/10 (topical numbing applied)
💧 Healing: ~7 days
⏳ Longevity: ~2+ years
🎨 A blend of Nano hair strokes and shading for the best of both worlds.

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

02/20/2026

Do I have enough experience? 😂

Years in the industry mean nothing without real skill, obsession with details, and that inner drive to be better every single day.

💜Permanent makeup studio and academy - ALTRA

Services and classes:
📩link in our bio
📲altrapmu.com⁣⁣
📍8850 Stanford Blvd Suite 1750, Columbia MD 21045

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8850 Stanford Boulevard Suite 1750
Columbia, MD
21045

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm