About
Hi! Thank you for visiting B.B.F studios. My name is Francesca Altuna. I’m a permanent makeup artist in the DMV area. I specialize in the Ombre Powder technique featuring eyebrows, eyelash enhancement, and lip blush. I’m also a license aesthetician and pro makeup artist specialized in wedding make up. My Story I’ve been in the beauty industry working for many luxury brands and freelancing for over a decade. I have advanced my techniques by taking courses with the best in and outside of the country. So that I can take my talents perfect my profession, and bring the best to women who just want to feel beautiful on the outside, as much as they do on the inside! My specialty is listening and learning what your desire is so that I can provide the best for your needs and desires. please don’t hesitate to ask any questions. I am very personal. I would love to have a one on one to see how my artistic touch can benefit you in any way! Please read the following guidelines carefully prior to booking. There are no guests allowed in studio Please read the following guidelines carefully prior to booking Permanent makeup services. TO QUALIFY All clients must be 18 or over Permanent cosmetics will not be performed on pregnant or nursing clients. Any brow waxing, shaving, threading, should be performed 1 week before. Chemical treatments or laser treatments should be performed 6 weeks before. Clients on Accutane must be off for minimum of 6 months prior to service, no exceptions. PRIOR TO VISIT Do not drink alcohol 24 hours prior to your service. Do not drink caffeine 24 hours prior- this includes Adderall, pre-workout and coffee. Do not take any pain relievers a week prior to your appointment as it will thin your blood. Do not take vitamin E or fish oil 2 weeks prior to your appointment. IMPORTANT TO NOTE Schedule your touch-ups as advised Your touchup appointment will be scheduled on the day of your first appointment, and it is mandatory and part of the treatment cost. Please follow aftercare instructions for best results.  Facial products such as glycolic acid, microdermabrasion, vitamin c, retinol or chemical peels can lighten the pigment so it is best to avoid the tattooed area. Lasers may lighten, darken, or discolor the tattooed area. Inform your aesthetician/laser technician prior to any treatments. Sun exposure may cause fading. Be sure to wear sunscreen once healed *Failing to follow pre care and after care will result in poor healed results*Business Hours
- Monday
- 10 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 10 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 10 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9:30 AM - 12 PM
- Sunday
- 10 AM - 7 PM
Cancellation Policy
You will lose your deposit after the 48 hour window, when canceling or rescheduling