Who? What? Why?
COSMOBOX, a pioneering queer-Latina owned cosmetic tattoo studio located in San Francisco's Nob Hill, offers specialized services in cosmetic tattooing, lashes, brows, and tooth gems. Conveniently situated near the California St. Cable Car and close to the vibrant Polk Street, COSMOBOX is dedicated to making cosmetic tattooing accessible to all genders. Founded by Adela, the studio aims to normalize cosmetic tattooing while fostering an inclusive environment for individuals of all gender identities. Our mission is to provide a welcoming space that empowers clients to enhance their aesthetics confidently and authentically.
We are CA state board licensed estheticians, registered body arts technicians and BBP certified. We are extensively trained in all services we offer, and maintain continuous education throughout the year. We pride ourselves on our expertise and are committed to maintaining a safe space & relaxing experience for everyone walking through our doors.
About Our Founder (she/her)
Adela (Adelita) is a first generation Mexican-American and Northern California native. Adela’s career in the beauty industry began as a university student, and has spanned nearly 20 years as a working pro, proving her keen eye for aesthetics.
Since that time Adela has achieved multiple milestones in her career that include becoming a licensed esthetician, a successful traveling pro makeup artist, and master lash & cosmetic tattoo artist. She established her first beauty studio in 2016, having developed the entire beauty brand's look & feel, website, and design. By 2019 Adela opened her second studio, then rebranded and expanded into what we now know as COSMOBOX (2022).
Adela’s passion for aesthetics and developing artists is what makes COSMOBOX special. Her precision and attention to detail has allowed her to remain one of the best and well-rounded beauty experts in the San Francisco Bay Area.
