Out-of-Town Clients Welcome

Traveling In
for SMP?
Your Sessions,
Your Timeline.

Conveniently located in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County — our studio is minutes from Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport and easily reached from the Bay Area. Many clients schedule their SMP sessions around a few days in wine country. We make it simple.

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✈️15 min from STS Airport
✈️1 hour from SFO & OAK
📍Santa Rosa, Sonoma County
🔒Private Appointments Only

SMP takes two or three sessions, spaced about two weeks apart. Most out-of-town clients plan the trip around that — come in for a session, spend a few days in the area, come back for the next.

Getting Here

Conveniently Located in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County

Our studio at 1038 4th St., #1, Santa Rosa is straightforward to reach whether you're flying direct, driving from the Bay Area, or already spending time in wine country.

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15 minutes
Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS)
Direct flights available from Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, Denver, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and more. The most convenient arrival point for SMP clients traveling from outside the Bay Area.
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1 hour
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Major international hub with connections worldwide. Scenic drive north on US-101 through Marin County into Sonoma.
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1 hour
Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Often lower fares than SFO with equally direct routes. Easy northbound freeway access to Sonoma County via US-101.
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15–45 minutes
Sonoma County Wine Country
Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley — world-class wine country starts right here. Healdsburg is 30 minutes north.
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1 hour
Napa County Wine Country
The Napa Valley is an easy day trip east — combine your sessions with tastings along the Silverado Trail or in downtown Napa.
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30 minutes
Sonoma Coast & Bodega Bay
Dramatic Pacific coastline, tide pools, and seaside dining. A short and easy drive west from Santa Rosa.
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45 minutes
Sausalito & Golden Gate Bridge
Waterfront dining, ferry rides to San Francisco, and one of the most photographed landmarks in the world — just south on US-101.
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45 minutes
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
Old-growth coastal redwoods near Guerneville. Cathedral-quiet and easy to spend a full morning between sessions.
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15 minutes
Graton Resort & Casino
Northern California's premier resort casino — hotel, dining, entertainment, and spa. A short drive from the studio.
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10 minutes
Charles M. Schulz Museum
A genuinely wonderful Santa Rosa institution. A quiet, thoughtful stop that surprises most visitors.
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Downtown Santa Rosa
Hotels, Dining & Lodging
Our studio is in the heart of Santa Rosa. Ask us for local lodging and dining recommendations tailored to your stay and budget.
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Your Studio Address
1038 4th St., #1 — Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Private appointment entry. Street and nearby parking available. We'll confirm logistics with you before your first session.

What a Visit Looks Like

A Typical Two-Session Travel Plan

Most scalp micropigmentation plans involve two to three sessions spaced ten to fourteen days apart. That window is well-suited to a planned Sonoma County visit — arrive for Session 1, explore the region during the healing window, return for Session 2.

Day 1
Arrive & Session 1
Fly into STS (15 minutes away), SFO, or OAK and drive north. Your first session runs two to four hours depending on coverage area. Plan to arrive the day before or the morning of — no rushed travel on session day.
2–4 Hours | Private Studio | Santa Rosa
Days 2–13
Healing Window — Explore Sonoma County
This is your recovery and exploration window. The scalp heals quietly between sessions. Avoid direct sun and swimming — otherwise you have all of Sonoma County available. Wine country, the coast, the redwoods, Healdsburg, Napa, San Francisco. The region rewards those who move at a relaxed pace.
10–14 Days Between Sessions
Day 11–14
Session 2
Session 2 builds on the healed foundation from Session 1 — refining density, adjusting pigment tone, and completing the design. Most clients feel the result come together in this session.
2–4 Hours | Same Studio | Same Artist
Weeks 6–8 Post Final Session
Healed Result Assessment
Full healed results are typically visible six to eight weeks after the final session. A photo review is scheduled at this point. If minor refinement is needed, a touch-up session is planned. Many clients return — and find a reason to come back to Sonoma County again.
Photo Review — In-Person or Remote

Before You Travel

What Out-of-Town Clients Should Know

We work with visiting clients regularly. Here is what makes the process smooth.

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Consultation First — Always
No session is booked without a consultation first — in-person, by phone, or virtually. Out-of-town clients typically complete their consultation by phone or video before traveling so Session 1 can begin without delay.
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Plan Your Timeline Carefully
Sessions are spaced 10–14 days apart. Full healed results take 6–8 weeks after the final session. If you have a specific event in mind, use our Event Timeline Calculator to confirm your plan is realistic.
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Sun & Aftercare Between Sessions
Avoid prolonged direct sun exposure on the scalp during the healing window between sessions. This is easy to manage with a hat. Swimming in pools and open water should also be avoided. Full aftercare guidance is provided at each session.
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Private Process — From Start to Finish
Every session is by private appointment. No waiting room, no other clients. Your consultation — whether by phone, video, or in person — is handled personally by Jon Neong, not an intake coordinator or sales rep.
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Local Lodging Recommendations
Our studio is centrally located in downtown Santa Rosa. We're happy to share lodging recommendations by budget and preference — from boutique downtown hotels to wine country inns — once your consultation is confirmed.
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Remote Healed Result Review
Can't return in person for the 6–8 week healed result assessment? No problem. We conduct photo reviews remotely and schedule touch-up sessions to coincide with your next visit to Sonoma County.

While You're Here

Sonoma County Between Sessions

The healing window between sessions is 10 to 14 days — enough time to see the area if you want to, or just settle in and relax before the next session.

Wine Country
Healdsburg
30 min north. One of California's best small wine towns — beautiful plaza, world-class tasting rooms.
Wine Country
Russian River Valley
Pinot Noir country. Guerneville is the gateway — laid-back, scenic, and genuinely distinct.
Coast
Bodega Bay
30 min west. Seafood, dramatic cliffs, and some of the best coastal scenery in Northern California.
Nature
Armstrong Redwoods
Old-growth coastal redwoods near Guerneville. Peaceful, cathedral-quiet, and genuinely impressive.
Day Trip
Napa Valley
1 hour east. World-famous wine country, excellent dining, and the scenic Silverado Trail.
Day Trip
San Francisco
1 hour south. Golden Gate, Ferry Building, waterfront dining. Easy day trip, easy return.
Entertainment
Graton Resort & Casino
15 min from the studio. Hotel, dining, entertainment, and spa — full-service and close.
Santa Rosa
Charles M. Schulz Museum
10 min from the studio. A thoughtful, well-crafted museum that surprises most visitors.
"A lot of my out-of-town clients come just for the work and end up glad they made a trip of it. That's the idea — plan it around your schedule, and the travel takes care of itself."
— Jon Neong, Sonoma County SMP

Ready to Plan Your Visit?

Start With a Private Consultation — Before You Book a Flight.

Out-of-town consultations are available by phone or video. We'll discuss your scalp, your goals, and your timeline — and confirm everything before you travel. No obligation, no pressure, no surprises on arrival.

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Or call: (707) 787-7379

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