Midtown West · 10036
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Adam Schaffner, MD, FACS
590 5th Ave Suite 1101, New York
$210-$560/session
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PMU Removal in New York
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PMU Removal in New York typically costs $210-$560 per treatment ($210-$560 per session).
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Upper East Side · 10075
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Aesthetics Park Avenue
910 Park Ave, New York
$210-$560/session
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Upper East Side · 10065
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AestheticsMD by Jean Rhee Upper East Side
673 Madison Ave 2nd Floor, New York
$210-$560/session
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Midtown West · 10036
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Alinea Medical Spa Acne Scar & Laser Skin Care NYC
590 5th Ave #17th, New York, NY, 10036
$210-$560/session
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Financial District · 10038
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Alison M. Maresh, M.D.
156 William St 12th Floor, New York, NY, 10038
$210-$560/session
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Midtown East · 10022
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Allure Day Spa & Hair Design
139 E 55th St, New York, NY, 10022
$210-$560/session
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Financial District · 10038
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Alreem Al-Nabti, M.D.
156 William St 11th Floor, New York, NY, 10038
$210-$560/session
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Midtown East · 10022
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Amethyst Beauty Bar
635 Madison Ave #1302, New York, NY 10022
$210-$560/session
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Upper East Side · 10021
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Amy Kernahan Studio
btw 71st and 72nd in the office of Dr Melissa Doft, 755 Park Ave, New York, NY 10021
$210-$560/session
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This page lists 9 PMU Removal providers across Midtown West, Upper East Side, Financial District, Midtown East and nearby areas. All of them have public Google ratings shown above.
Pricing shown is estimated based on New York regional averages unless marked "Provider verified." Ratings and review counts are public Google ratings.
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What is a PMU Removal?
PMU removal lightens or removes unwanted permanent makeup, most often old, faded, discolored, or poorly shaped brows, eyeliner, or lip pigment. The two main methods are saline removal, which uses a tattoo machine to implant a saline solution that draws pigment to the surface as a scab, and laser removal, which uses a laser to shatter the pigment for the body to clear.
Each session takes 30 to 60 minutes and is spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart. Most cases need a series of three or more sessions, and fading is gradual, not instant. Saline is often preferred near the eyes and for delicate work; laser can be faster but carries pigment-shift risks (some PMU pigments turn dark when lasered). Each session forms a scab that must be left to heal undisturbed.
Removal is slower and more nuanced than people expect, and certain pigment colors (white, flesh tones, some warm pigments) resist removal or can shift. A skilled removal specialist will set realistic expectations about how light your skin can get.
How much does a PMU Removal cost in New York?
PMU removal in New York typically costs $210 to $560 per session, and most people need a series of three or more, so plan for the total, not a single visit.
Saline removal session
Per area, per session
$210-420
Laser removal session
Per area, per session
$280-560
Full series of 3-5
Typical for old or saturated PMU
$840-2,100
Last updated June 2026. Estimates reflect New York regional averages and Get Clear Beauty provider data — read how we estimate prices.
What to ask your provider
- Do you recommend saline or laser removal for my pigment and location?
- How many sessions will I realistically need?
- Could my pigment color shift darker, especially with laser?
- How light can my brows or liner realistically get?
- How far apart are sessions, and what is healing like?
- Who performs the removal and what is their training?
Frequently asked questions
How much does PMU removal cost in New York?
PMU removal in New York typically costs $210 to $560 per session. Because most cases need three or more sessions, total cost commonly runs $21000 to $1,500. New York City carries some of the highest commercial rents and most in-demand practitioners in the country, pushing rates above the national median.
How many sessions does PMU removal take?
Most cases need three to five sessions spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart. Older, lighter, or partially faded PMU may need fewer; dense, saturated, or recently done work needs more. Fading is gradual, so patience is essential.
Is saline or laser better for removing permanent makeup?
It depends. Saline is gentle, works on all colors, and is often preferred near the eyes and for correction. Laser can be faster but only targets certain pigments and risks shifting some PMU colors darker. Many specialists choose the method based on your pigment and the area.
Where can I find PMU Removal near me?
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