Arlington · 22204
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Arlington NOVA LASER & 3D MICROBLADING
5031 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204
PMU Touch-Up in Washington
Compare PMU Touch-Up providers in Washington across Georgetown, Arlington, Bethesda, 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 Washington typically costs $180-$480 per session.
Top PMU Touch-Up providers in Washington
Bethesda · 20814
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Perfection Permanent Makeup
7201 Wisconsin Ave #730, Bethesda, MD 20814
Washington · 20009
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Laveda Lash & Brow Boutique
2200 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Washington · 20009
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Dupont Lash & Brow Bar
1730 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 2B, Washington, DC 20009
Washington · 20018
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Elite Image
2350 Washington Pl NE Ste 117, Washington, DC 20018
Bethesda · 20814
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Browz DC
4720 Montgomery Ln #500, Bethesda, MD 20814
Washington · 20005
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INARI Salon and Spa
1425 K St NW Ste 102, Washington, DC 20005
Washington · 20003
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Brow Contour Capitol Hill Eastern Market (Bikini Sugaring + Brow Threading Boutique)
655 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Washington · 20036
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Brow Contour Farragut North (Bikini Sugaring + Brow Threading Boutique)
1025 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 105, Washington, DC 20036
This page lists 9 PMU Touch-Up providers across Arlington, Bethesda and nearby areas. All 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. 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 Washington?
A PMU touch-up in Washington typically costs $180 to $480, 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
$180‑300
Refresh at 1‑2 years
Standard touch-up
$240‑420
Refresh after 2‑3+ years
More work, closer to a redo
$360‑480+
Last updated August 2026. Estimates reflect Washington regional averages and Get Clear Beauty provider data — read how we estimate prices.
What to ask your provider
- Do you offer reduced pricing for touch-ups versus a new procedure?
- Can you work over PMU done by another artist?
- How does your price scale with time since my last session?
- Will you adjust the shape or color, or just re-saturate?
- Is the healing the same as my original procedure?
- How often should I come back to maintain it?
Frequently asked questions
How much does a PMU touch-up cost in Washington?
A PMU touch-up in Washington typically costs $180 to $480, less than a fresh procedure. The longer it has been since your last session, the more work is needed and the higher the price. Washington has a mature aesthetic market with experienced practitioners and strong local demand.
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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