Empress Ink PMU & Academy
Our Mission + Vision
Mission
Our mission is to enhance lives through expert permanent makeup and education, helping individuals gain confidence, find their path, and achieve personal growth. Through creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, we strive to uplift both our clients and our team, creating beauty that extends far beyond the surface
Vision
We envision a world where small, meaningful actions create lasting change, starting right here in Kansas City. By caring deeply for each client's needs, empowering students with confidence, and sharing knowledge selflessly, we believe we can inspire a ripple effect of positivity that transforms lives.
“When you lift others, you rise with them. Confidence & success follow when you help those around you find their voice & their path.”
Founder of Empress Ink Studio & Academy
@BrowswithYena
Hi there! I’m a Seoul-raised, KC-living artist with over 7 years of experience helping individuals like you through expert brows, semi permanent make-up, and paramedical tattooing. I’ve built Empress Ink to offer high-quality, custom enhancements that are designed to elevate your confidence… whether it’s perfectly natural nano hair-stroke brows, lip blush, or eyeliner tattoo.
✨ Licensed, Insured, & Safety-Obsessed We follow hospital-grade sanitation standards & use disposable tools wherever possible.
✨ Expert Artists, Personally Trained
Each artist is certified and trained.
✨ Tailored to You
We specialize in soft, natural results designed to suit your unique features.
We also offer permanent makeup training and apprenticeships for aspiring artists because we believe in building confidence through both serving and educating.
📧 Questions? info@empressinktattoo.com
📸 See My Work: @BrowswithYena (On FB & IG)
Let’s create something beautiful together 💫
About Misha,
Misha is the passionate owner of Royal Beauty and a highly skilled artist with over 10 years of experience in the beauty industry serving Overland Park, Kansas.
For years, she has built a loyal clientele by specializing in meticulous brow threading and stunning lash extensions, always approaching her work with a genuine care for each person she serves.
Misha recently expanded her expertise into the specialized field of Permanent Makeup (PMU). Having completed rigorous training under Yena, she is now a licensed Missouri Tattoo & PMU Artist. This allows her to offer advanced cosmetic and paramedical tattoo services.
A Persian native from Iran, Misha's goal is to "make everybody a bit happier in their every day life by enhancing their beauty." Outside of the studio, she takes immense pride in her son, who serves in the U.S. Marines.
To book a service with Misha, please send us an email: info@empressinktattoo.com
About Nadia,
It's nice to meet you! I’m Nadia.
I’m apprenticing in permanent makeup and paramedical tattooing under the guidance and assistance of the talented Yena.
My background in architecture and the medical industry means that I’m both artistic and a perfectionist—the perfect combo for a permanent makeup artist!
My approach to permanent makeup is to work with your goals and never be too heavy-handed. If you’re a busy mom (like me), an athlete, a man, or anyone else who wants a refreshed but natural version of yourself, I can help. If you do want more of a makeup look, I can help as well!
Either way, I’m excited to help give you that extra boost of confidence.
About Roxanne,
Roxanne is a licensed Tattoo & Permanent Makeup Artist.
Roxanne finished her apprenticeship through Empress Ink Tattoo & Academy and has been an artist for over 3 years.
She focuses on fine line, ornamental, and whimsical styles of tattoo, as well as cosmetic services such as brows, lip blushing, lash enhancement, and faux freckles.
You can schedule an appointment with Roxanne directly through the link provided below.
About Tillie,
Hi, I’m Tillie!
I’m a licensed cosmetologist and currently apprenticing for permenant cosmetics, taking the next step in my beauty career. What I love most about this industry is getting to make people feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. Every client is unique, and I believe your permanent makeup should be just as individual as you are. Taking the time to understand your specific wants, needs, lifestyle, and personality is an important part of my process so I can create a look that feels like you.
As I continue growing and refining my skills as an apprentice, I’m so excited to meet new people, learn, create, and be part of your beauty journey. I can’t wait to meet you and help bring your vision to life.
When I’m not behind the chair or practicing my craft, you’ll find me exploring Kansas City with my wife, trying new foods and shopping at our favorite stores. We have two cats and a goofy golden retriever at home that keep us busy. In my downtime, I’m usually flipping furniture, hunting for my next project, or listening to my vinyl collection.
About Lori,
Lori is our newest member and more about her to come..
Private 1:1 Two-Day Training Class
Small Group Two-Day Training Course
Book a tattoo artist for your special event in Kansas City!
Kansas City Missouri & surrounding areas, if you've ever wanted a tattoo party at your birthday or wedding, we are here! We'll bring everything for the tattoo party to you, with set-up & breakdown included.
Non-refundable, non-transferrable deposit will go towards your total (remainder will be collected before the start of event or you can choose to have your guests pay per tattoo. Tattoo pricing will vary from $25-$100 depending on your choice of flash design tattoo stencils) Please email info@empressinktattoo.com for more info/consultation.
Depending on the location of event, transportation fee may apply. The date must be requested 90 days in advance. We can bring up to 3 artists depending on the size of your party.
We offer a variety of PMU Courses
We have guided Online Training courses as well as in-person training for restorative tattooing and permanent make-up services.
Click training in our menu above to get more information!
We also offer Permanent Make-up & tattoo apprenticeship which is accredited through the state of Missouri. Becoming licensed with us is thorough with 300 hours & 50 procedures under one of our licensed trainers.
To find out more about our tattoo / permanent make-up apprenticeship reach out to us.
Email us to schedule a FREE consultation!
info@empressinktattoo.com
Our Paramedical Tattoo Shop & PMU Academy is located in the heart of Kansas City Missouri Crossroads Arts District
Our building is located right on Grand Blvd & E 20th St (Firestone Historic Building) Our main entrance door is directly across the street from Rockhill Grille Restaurant. There is street parking available all around & a huge paid lot next to our building for $6 per day.
We are located on the 2nd floor in Suite # 203. Once you are inside the door, come all the way down the hall and we are the first door on the left.
Location & Hours
Empress Ink Permanent Make-Up & Academy
2001 Grand Blvd, 203
Kansas City, Missouri 64108
TEXT US (913)-428-9733
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday | 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday | 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday | 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Saturday | 12:00 pm-3:00 pm
Sunday | Closed