Inner Richmond · 94118
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Aaron Chen, DO
3838 California St RM 610, San Francisco, CA, 94118
$210-$560/session
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PMU Removal in San Francisco
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PMU Removal in San Francisco typically costs $210-$560 per treatment ($210-$560 per session).
Top PMU Removal providers in San Francisco
Orinda · 94563
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Adrianna J. Browne, M.D.
8 Cam Encinas #115, Orinda, CA, 94563
$210-$560/session
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Walnut Creek · 94596
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Afshin Parhiscar, MD
1844 San Miguel Dr #109, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
$210-$560/session
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Mission District · 94110
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Aileen Chang
1001 Potrero Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94110
$210-$560/session
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San Francisco · 94143
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Aileen Chang
505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94143
$210-$560/session
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Redwood City · 94063
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Albert Sean Chiou, MD, MBA
450 Broadway Pavilion B 4th Floor, Redwood City, CA, 94063
$210-$560/session
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Nob Hill · 94109
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Albert W. Chow, M.D.
1 Daniel Burnham Ct ste 368c, San Francisco, CA, 94109
$210-$560/session
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Inner Richmond · 94118
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Alexander Deirdre MD
3905 Sacramento St # 201, San Francisco, CA, 94118
$210-$560/session
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North Beach · 94133
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Amit Arunkumar, MD
55 Francisco St Suite 705, San Francisco, CA, 94133
$210-$560/session
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This page lists 9 PMU Removal providers across Inner Richmond, Orinda, Walnut Creek, Mission District and nearby areas. 5 of them have public Google ratings shown above.
Pricing shown is estimated based on San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
PMU removal in San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
PMU removal in San Francisco typically costs $210 to $560 per session. Because most cases need three or more sessions, total cost commonly runs $21000 to $1,500. the San Francisco Bay Area 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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