A Dose of Ink is a premier Permanent Cosmetics, Microblading and Paramedical Tattoo Studio in the Bay Area. Established in 2017, by Kathryn Saky. It stands as the first and longest established PMU studio in Oakland’s Piedmont Neighborhood. A Dose of Ink offers the most extensive range of advanced techniques in the East Bay and the Peninsula.

In 2022 A Dose of Ink opened a second location in San Mateo. The need to expand and the volume of training inquiries made this an easy decision.

A Dose Of Ink, San Mateo is a Studio and Training Academy.

Our San Mateo studio collaborates with other trainers, artists, aestheticians, and wellness technicians to offer a wide range of cosmetic and paramedical services as well as skincare and self care.

We specialize in expert Microblading, Cosmetic, Corrective, and Paramedical Tattoo as well as Saline Tattoo Lightening and Emergency Removal. We take pride in our reputation for offering the highest standard of care and equality of service to all our clients, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, skin type or skin tone.

Our five-star reviews speak to our artistry, integrity and professionalism.

A Dose of Ink was voted “Oakland’s Freshest New Business” in 2018 as well as one of SFist’s “Top 20 Bay Area Women-Owned Business” in 2022.