Est. 2012 · Los Angeles

LA’s Premier PMU & Cosmetology College

Be the Best. Be Elite.

Hands-on microblading, permanent makeup and paramedical certification courses — plus expert permanent makeup services at our West Los Angeles studio.

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23,139+

Artists

70,125+

Clients

9,567+

Advanced Students

379+

Instructors

Elite is the first microblading and permanent makeup college approved by the State of California.

Services

Microblading & permanent makeup

From natural hair-stroke brows to paramedical camouflage — explore the treatments our artists perform every day at our West Los Angeles studio.

Microblading & Shading
Brows

Microblading & Shading

The most widely sought-after brow treatment available! Microblading uses a blade to craft lifelike hair strokes, resulting in exceptionally realistic eyebrows.

$750–$950Mahnaz $1,400 · free touch up
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Lip Blushing
Lips

Lip Blushing

Suitable for all individuals! Lip blushing involves the use of a tattoo machine to infuse the client’s desired shade into their natural lip tone. Once healed, it creates a soft lip tint.

$750–$950Mahnaz $1,400 · free touch up
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Powder / Ombré Brows
Brows

Powder / Ombré Brows

This method utilizes a tattoo machine to produce a gentle shadow on the skin, emulating the appearance of powdered makeup. This can be made more dramatic depending on the client’s desire.

$750–$950Mahnaz $1,400 · free touch up
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Semi-Permanent Eyeliner
Eyes

Semi-Permanent Eyeliner

Great for those looking to cut their makeup routine in half! Can be done in between just the lashes or elongated into a cat eye depending on the client’s desire.

$750–$950Lash line from $400
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Inkless Stretch Marks
Paramedical

Inkless Stretch Marks

This procedure involves using a tattoo machine & an inkless serum to improve skin texture, boost collagen production, and fade discoloration.

ConsultationFree consultation & patch test
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Lash Extensions
Lashes

Lash Extensions

Unlike false eyelashes, where the strip or individual lashes are applied to the skin, lash extensions are attached directly to the lash itself. The results are more lush, dense lashes that enhance the appearance of the eyes.

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Scalp Micropigmentation
Hair

Scalp Micropigmentation

Suitable for all individuals! SMP uses a fine needle to recreate hair follicles. Can be done to add density to thinning hair, cover scars from transplants/surgeries, or recreate the hairline for balding clients.

$1,500–$3,000Depending on the area
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Scar Camouflage
Paramedical

Scar Camouflage

Scar camouflage is a great way to help disguise scars! Can be done on scars that are lighter or darker than the client’s natural skin tone.

From $200Free consultation & patch test
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Cosmetology

Cosmetology & esthetician courses

Payment plans are available on every course at Elite Cosmetology College.

Testimonials

In their own words

Hear from students and clients about their experience at Elite.

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Loved by our clients

Real reviews from real clients and students, straight from Google.

Mahnaz Bahaelou, founder of Elite
The Founder

Mahnaz Bahaelou

We change people’s lives.

Mahnaz is the founder of Elite and a Grand Master Artist. Clients request her from around the world, and our master artists — each with five years or more of experience — carry her standard into every appointment and every class.

Training Programs

Microblading & permanent makeup training

Learn from the team behind California’s first state-licensed microblading and permanent makeup college.

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Online Courses

Get access to hours of step by step Microblading and Permanent Makeup online training courses. Exclusively for students enrolled in our in-person courses.

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In person

Training Courses

Learn how to turn Microblading and Permanent Makeup into a full-time business in the booming beauty industry.

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A California first

Elite is the first microblading & permanent makeup college approved by the State of California.

  • 1stLicensed PMU school in California
  • BPPEBureau for Private Postsecondary Education
  • 2012Training artists in Los Angeles
Elite Graduates

Celebrating our graduates

Every class ends the same way — with new artists ready to build their careers.

Payment Options

Financing, made simple

Options for clients booking services and for students enrolling in courses.

Services

CareCredit

A healthcare credit card for your health and wellness needs. Use it to pay for services and treatment fees not covered by insurance.

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Afterpay

Pay for services and treatments in 4 interest-free installments. Courses do not qualify.

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Courses & Services

Credee

Flexible financing for both training courses and services, for students and clients who qualify.

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Courses

EDD Training Funds

Elite partners with EDD through CalJobs, AJCC, WIOA and OneStop to provide training funds for students who qualify.

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Visit Elite

Find us in West Los Angeles

Location

Elite Permanent Makeup & Cosmetology College
11961 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025, U.S.A.

Contact

Phone: 310-446-7878
Email: [email protected]

Hours of Operation

Mon–Fri
9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday
9:00am – 3:00pm
Sunday
Closed
Est. 2012

Be the Best. Be Elite.

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