Permanent Makeup Removal in Berlin
Lightening and correction
Without a laser, I lighten old permanent makeup or remove it step by step. Send me a photo first and I will tell you honestly what is possible in your case.
- Price
- from €70
- Duration
- 1.5–2 h
- Method
- no laser
- Studio in Berlin-Spandau
- Free consultation
- Photo assessment first
- In English, German, Russian
How does removal without a laser work?
Permanent makeup changes over the years. Some pigments fade unevenly or shift in colour, and sometimes the shape no longer suits the face. I lighten pigment like this without a laser and without heat. You and I set the goal together: lighten it far enough for a correction, or remove as much as possible.
With a sterile single-use needle, I open the top layer of your skin just far enough to reach the pigment, then work a removal solution in. The solution draws the pigment upwards. Over the following days small scabs form, and the pigment particles bind to them. Once the scabs fall off by themselves, the pigment is usually visibly lighter.
Good for
- Brows that are too dark or the wrong shape
- Old microblading with blurred strokes
- Pigment that has changed colour
- Lightening before new permanent makeup
Good to know
- Areas
- Eyebrows, lips and eyeliner, including old microblading. The method allows very precise work on a small area.
- Colours
- Most pigment colours can be lightened, including grey, red, blue and green tones.
- Sessions
- How many you need depends on the depth and colour of the pigment, your skin and your goal. Sometimes one session already makes a visible difference; dense or stubborn pigment takes several.
- Timing
- A session takes 2 hours at most. There are 6–8 weeks between two sessions, and the final result shows 6–8 weeks after the last one.
- Laser
- Very old and very dark pigment would take many sessions with my method. In that case I sometimes recommend laser treatment first, at least one session, and then carry on lightening it myself.
- Sensitive skin
- The method usually suits sensitive skin too. If you are unsure, ask at the free consultation.
Process and healing
How long it takes overall depends on how many sessions your pigment needs. This is how each one goes.
Beforehand
Photo and free consultation
Send me a sharp photo taken in daylight, without makeup. Then I tell you what is possible and talk through the goal with you. The consultation takes 15 minutes at most: on WhatsApp, during a short studio visit, or at the start of your appointment. Once you have decided, a 30% deposit secures your appointment.
On the day
Treatment
Allow 2 hours at most for the session. I work the removal solution into the area, then explain the aftercare and give you what you need for it.
The first days
The skin forms scabs
The area can look red or slightly irritated, and small scabs form over the next few days. Please don’t scratch or pick them: the pigment leaves the skin with them.
Once healed
The pigment is lighter
Once the scabs have come off by themselves, you can see how much lighter the pigment already is. If that is not yet enough for your goal, the next session follows after 6–8 weeks.
After 6–8 weeks
Final result and new permanent makeup
The final result shows 6–8 weeks after the last session. Only then is new permanent makeup possible: for that, the old pigment needs to have faded by at least 80% and the skin must be fully healed. You and I decide together when the time has come.
Cost and terms
The price is per session. From your photo and at the free consultation, I estimate how many sessions you are likely to need. New permanent makeup after the lightening is charged as a separate treatment.
Services
- Assessment of your photo beforehand
- Free consultation
- Sterile single-use needles
- Aftercare instructions and what you need for it
- Support while you heal
Terms
- Deposit
- 30% of the price, once you decide on the treatment after the consultation
- Cancelling
- Free of charge up to 24 hours before
- Payment
- Cash or card
All prices include 19% VAT, as of October 2026.
Questions about removal
Can’t find your question? I answer personally.
How many sessions of PMU removal will I need?
That depends on a few factors: how saturated the pigment is, how deep it was implanted, how long ago it was done, and what your goal is. Some people see visible improvement after just one session, while others may need three to six sessions for more complete removal. If you’re only looking to lighten the pigment before a correction (like switching brow style or shape), fewer sessions are usually needed. I’ll assess your skin and give you a realistic plan during the consultation.
Can you remove any type of pigment or color?
This method works on most pigment colors, including difficult ones like red, blue, green, grey, or faded black. Very old and very dark pigment takes many sessions, though; in those cases I sometimes recommend a laser treatment first.
Is the PMU removal treatment painful?
Most clients describe the feeling as similar to getting PMU done. There’s a slight scratching sensation, but a numbing product is used before and during the treatment to keep you comfortable. The procedure is gentle and carefully performed, especially on delicate areas like brows or lips.
Can I get new PMU over the removed area?
Yes, absolutely, but only after the skin is fully healed and ready. If your goal is to lighten old pigment before a correction or restyling, we’ll wait at least 6 to 8 weeks after your final removal session before applying new PMU. This allows the skin to regenerate fully and gives the new pigment the best chance of holding evenly and naturally.
Is this method safer than laser?
It depends on the pigment. The method I use is non-laser, non-thermal, and very skin-friendly, and it can be used very precisely on sensitive areas such as around the eyes and lips. On very old and very dark pigment, though, it would take many sessions. In those cases I sometimes recommend having at least one laser treatment first, and then I continue lightening it myself.
Can this work on microblading too?
Yes. In fact, it’s often used to correct or remove old microblading strokes that have turned grey or blurry over time. Because this method lifts pigment from the skin surface gently, it’s ideal for faded strokes that are no longer crisp or symmetrical.
What if I had my previous PMU done by someone else?
No problem at all. I regularly work on clients who had PMU or microblading done elsewhere and aren’t happy with the result. You’re welcome to send me a photo beforehand or book a consultation where we can go over your options in person. Whether you want full removal or just a soft correction, I’ll help guide you through the process step by step.
Other treatments
Powder BrowsSoftly shaded brows€249
MicrobladingFine hair strokes€249
Lip BlushLip pigmentation, aquarelle lips€299
EyelinerLash line and classic liner€149
From consultation to touch-up
See the whole processFirst a photo, then a plan.
Send me a photo on WhatsApp. The consultation is free, in English, German or Russian.