PMU Touch-Up in San Francisco

Compare PMU Touch-Up providers in San Francisco across SF proper, Oakland, the Peninsula, and neighboring areas, with typical local pricing and public Google ratings for each one. See the range before you call.

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PMU Touch-Up in San Francisco typically costs $280-$746 per session.

Top PMU Touch-Up providers in San Francisco

Pacifica · 94044

Powder Brows by Claudia

5.0 · 301 Google reviews
2309 Palmetto Ave Ste A1, Pacifica, CA 94044
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Nob Hill · 94109

Phoenix Brows

5.0 · 152 Google reviews
1546 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Civic Center · 94102

iBrowVixen Microblading Experts San Francisco

5.0 · 96 Google reviews
459 Fulton St Ste 204, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Civic Center · 94102

JuvEssentials

5.0 · 49 Google reviews
490 Post St #647, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Nob Hill · 94109

Lu Lu Beauty Bar- Microblading

4.7 · 63 Google reviews
2356 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Nob Hill · 94109

True U Aesthetics

4.9 · 48 Google reviews
1901 Van Ness Ave a, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Inner Richmond · 94118

Beauty Lab

5.0 · 31 Google reviews
389 Arguello Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Union Square · 94108

Browistry

4.9 · 31 Google reviews
391 Sutter St Suite# 709, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Livermore · 94550

Lea Graf Cosmetic Tattoo

5.0 · 9 Google reviews
202B S L St, Livermore, CA 94550
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This page lists 9 PMU Touch-Up providers across Pacifica, Nob Hill, Civic Center, Inner Richmond and nearby areas. All 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. Always confirm pricing directly with the provider.

What is a PMU Touch-Up?

A PMU touch-up refreshes existing permanent makeup, brows, eyeliner, or lip blush, as the pigment naturally fades over time. It re-saturates the color, sharpens the shape, and corrects any spots that wore unevenly. Touch-ups fall into two buckets: the mandatory 6-to-8-week touch-up that completes the original procedure, and periodic color refreshes done every one to three years to maintain the look.

A touch-up takes 1 to 2 hours, less than the original, since the shape and mapping already exist. A topical numbing cream is used. It follows the same healing pattern as the original: bold for a week, then lightening to the final tone. Prices are typically lower than a fresh procedure and often depend on how long it has been since your last visit.

Going to your original artist is ideal, since they know the pigment, depth, and design used. If you switch artists, bring records or photos of the original work so the new artist can match technique and color.

How much does a PMU Touch-Up cost in San Francisco?

A PMU touch-up in San Francisco typically costs $280 to $746, usually less than a fresh procedure, with the price often based on how long it has been since your last session.

Refresh within 1 year
Minor color boost
$210‑385
Refresh at 1‑2 years
Standard touch-up
$280‑539
Refresh after 2‑3+ years
More work, closer to a redo
$420‑616+

Last updated September 2026. Estimates reflect San Francisco regional averages and Get Clear Beauty provider data — read how we estimate prices.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a PMU touch-up cost in San Francisco?
A PMU touch-up in San Francisco typically costs $280 to $746, less than a fresh procedure. The longer it has been since your last session, the more work is needed and the higher the price. 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 often do I need a PMU touch-up?
After the mandatory 6 to 8 week touch-up that completes the original work, most people refresh brows every one to two years and eyeliner or lips every two to three years. Oily skin, sun exposure, and exfoliating skincare speed fading and shorten the interval.
Can I get a touch-up from a different artist?
Usually yes, but it is easier and more predictable to return to your original artist, who knows the pigment, depth, and design. If you switch, bring photos and any records of the original work so the new artist can match it and avoid color or shape mismatches.
Where can I find PMU Touch-Up near me?
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