Rockville · 20850
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Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
9901 Medical Center Dr, Rockville, MD, 20850
$180-$480/session
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PMU Removal in Washington
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PMU Removal in Washington typically costs $180-$480 per treatment ($180-$480 per session).
Top PMU Removal providers in Washington
Lake Ridge · 22192
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Aesthetica Medspa VA
1549 Old Bridge Rd Unit 204, Lake Ridge, VA, 22192
$180-$480/session
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Washington · 20037
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Aileen Chang, MD
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW 4th Floor, Washington, DC, 20037
$180-$480/session
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Alexandria · 22304
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Alexander Fischer, MD
4660 Kenmore Ave # 1100, Alexandria, VA, 22304
$180-$480/session
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Alexandria · 22303
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Alicia Sanderson, MD
5904 Richmond Hwy #350, Alexandria, VA, 22303
$180-$480/session
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Alexandria · 22314
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American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
1650 Diagonal Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22314
$180-$480/session
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Washington · 20037
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Andrew Choi, MD, FACC, FASE, MSCCT
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW 3RD FLOOR, Washington, DC, 20037
$180-$480/session
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Bethesda · 20817
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Arthur Dean Jabs, MD, PhD
6430 Rockledge Dr #100, Bethesda, MD, 20817
$180-$480/session
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Vienna · 22180
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Atrosa Med Spa
303 Maple Ave W I, Vienna, VA, 22180
$180-$480/session
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This page lists 9 PMU Removal providers across Rockville, Lake Ridge, Alexandria, Bethesda and nearby areas. 4 of them have public Google ratings shown above.
Pricing shown is estimated based on Washington 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 Washington?
PMU removal in Washington typically costs $180 to $480 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
$180-360
Laser removal session
Per area, per session
$240-480
Full series of 3-5
Typical for old or saturated PMU
$720-1,800
Last updated June 2026. Estimates reflect Washington 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 Washington?
PMU removal in Washington typically costs $180 to $480 per session. Because most cases need three or more sessions, total cost commonly runs $18000 to $1,500. Washington has a mature aesthetic market with experienced practitioners and strong local demand.
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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