Eyebrow & Eyeliner Tattoo Removal in Anaheim
Neoderma removes microblading, powder brows, permanent makeup (PMU), and permanent eyeliner with the PicoWay laser — the gold standard for cosmetic tattoo removal. Brows are $350 per session; eyeliner is $795 for the first session and $595 after. Most clients need 2–4 sessions, 6–8 weeks apart; brow hair stays intact. Patients travel to Anaheim from across Orange County and Los Angeles.
Medically reviewed by Sal Nadkarni, DO · Last updated August 23, 2026
Drag the slider — blue-grey brow pigment fully cleared with PicoWay, natural brows untouched.
What kinds of eyebrow tattoos can be removed?
PicoWay treats every common form of cosmetic brow work — including pigment that has aged into the wrong color. We regularly remove:
- ✓Microblading
- ✓Powder brows
- ✓Ombre brows
- ✓Nano brows
- ✓Combination brows
- ✓Permanent makeup (PMU)
- ✓Old gray, blue, red, or green brows
- ✓Botched or uneven eyebrow tattoos
- ✓Eyeliner tattoos (with medical-grade eye shields)
Can microblading be removed?
Yes — microblading removal is one of the treatments we're asked for most. We remove it with the PicoWay laser at $350 per session, spaced 6–8 weeks apart. The laser targets the pigment, not the follicle, so your natural brow hair is preserved. How many sessions your brows need is something we assess in person.
Clients usually come to us when older microblading has shifted colour — ash grey, blue, or salmon — or when the strokes have blurred together. If you want new brows afterward we can lighten rather than fully remove, then hand off to your artist. Read more in our guide to what microblading removal actually involves.
Can permanent makeup (PMU) be removed?
Yes. PMU removal covers every machine and hand-tool technique — powder brows, ombre brows, nano brows, combination brows, and permanent eyeliner — and we remove all of them with PicoWay, including pigment that has aged grey, blue, red, or salmon.
We also remove permanent lip color — see our guide to lip blush removal. Whatever the technique, we wait 90 days after fresh PMU before the first session so the skin is fully healed.
Why is PicoWay the safest way to remove brow tattoos?
PicoWay uses ultra-short picosecond pulses that shatter pigment with photoacoustic — not thermal — energy. Less heat means less risk to the delicate skin around your eyes and no damage to hair follicles, so your natural brow hair stays intact. For work near the lash line, we place medical-grade protective shields before any laser pass.
We chose PicoWay over PicoSure for its three full-power wavelengths, which matter for the mixed pigments used in brow work — see our PicoWay vs. PicoSure comparison.
Do you offer saline removal, or removal creams?
No — we remove brow and eyeliner tattoos with the PicoWay laser, and that is the only method we offer. If you've already tried saline removal or a removal cream elsewhere, tell us when you come in; we look at the skin before treating either way.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients need 2–4 sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart. The deeper and denser the pigment, the more sessions it takes:
| Type of brow work | Typical sessions |
|---|---|
| Light microblading | 1–2 sessions |
| Medium saturation (powder, ombre, combination brows) | 3–4 sessions |
| Deep machine tattoos | 4+ sessions |
| Permanent eyeliner | 1–4 sessions (older, lighter ink has sometimes cleared in 1) |
These are typical ranges, not promises. Some older, lighter work has cleared in a single visit, but we can't guarantee it — we have no control over what your artist put in your skin: the pigment color, what was mixed into it, its quality, and how many layers were placed. Brows or eyeliner that have been touched up carry several layers of pigment in several colors, and those take more sessions. We give you an honest estimate at your consultation and adjust as we see how your pigment responds.
How much does eyebrow tattoo removal cost in Anaheim?
Eyebrow tattoo removal is $350 per session, with topical numbing and cooling included. Using the typical session counts above, light microblading usually totals $350–$700, while deeper work runs $1,400 or more. If you only want your brows lightened for new work rather than fully removed, fewer sessions may be needed. Permanent eyeliner removal is $795 for the first session and $595 for each session after.
Financing available through Cherry and CareCredit — split your treatment into flexible monthly payments. Learn more →
Can permanent eyeliner be removed?
Yes. Eyeliner tattoo removal is $795 for the first session and $595 for each session after that; most clients need 2–4 sessions. Before any laser pass, a medical-grade shield is placed over the eye itself, so the PicoWay can treat the lash line safely — your lashes are not affected. The higher price reflects the precision and protection this area demands.
How many you need depends on what's in the skin. Older, lighter eyeliner has sometimes cleared in a single session, but we can't guarantee that — we have no control over the pigment your artist used, what was mixed into it, or how many layers went in, and touched-up eyeliner carries several layers in several colors. Heavier work takes more sessions, which is where the $595 follow-ups come in. As with brows, we wait 90 days after fresh eyeliner before the first session. Our eyeliner removal guide walks through a session step by step.
What to expect during your appointment
Plan to arrive early so the numbing cream has time to work — the laser itself is quick:
| Stage | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Arrive 1 hour early | Topical numbing cream goes on and needs time to take effect before treatment |
| Treatment | The laser portion takes just 5–10 minutes; medical-grade eye shields are placed for any work near the lash line |
| Right after | You'll see a light frosting over the brow — this fades within a few hours |
| Days 1–3 | A light scab or flaking may form as it heals — let it fall away on its own |
| After 6–8 weeks | Once healed, you return for your next session as the pigment continues to fade |
!Before you come in: please don't tint your eyebrow hair beforehand — arrive with your natural brow color so we can see the pigment clearly.
Does it hurt? What is a session like?
Most clients rate the discomfort 2–4 out of 10. We apply topical numbing before treatment and cooling during it, and the laser portion of your visit takes just 5–10 minutes. You'll see a light frosting over the brow immediately after, and healing usually takes 24–72 hours.
Aftercare: avoid for 48 hours
- ✕Direct sun exposure
- ✕Makeup on the treated area
- ✕Excess sweating
- ✕Saunas & hot tubs
Why clients travel to Neoderma for brow removal
Cosmetic tattoo removal is unforgiving work — the margin for error near the eyes is small, and inexperienced treatment can oxidize pigment darker instead of removing it. Our certified brow and tattoo removal specialists bring 25 years of laser experience and have been removing tattoos in Anaheim since 2001. It's why fixing botched microblading is one of our most requested treatments, with clients driving in from across Orange County, Los Angeles, and beyond.
Have a body tattoo to remove as well? The same PicoWay laser and specialists handle laser tattoo removal in Anaheim & Orange County — from $225 per session, with the DESCRIBE PFD Patch for up to 4x more passes per visit.
Five-star reviews from real brow-removal patients
“Honestly worth the drive!”
“I came to Neoderma to get laser removal for my microbladed eyebrows. I did a lot of research and ended up choosing Neoderma because they use the Picoway laser and the cost was reasonable … I live in LA so it's about an hour away .. but it's honestly worth the drive! The staff here are so nice and inviting! … Melissa was my nurse and she was so sweet! I told her I was nervous about the pain level and she helped me feel at ease. … the pain level was about a 3/10 or 4/10. Not bad at all, definitely bearable. I loved my initial results, can't wait to see how my brows look when they heal!”
“My eyebrows look great and back to normal — i'm SO happy”
“First time visiting today for eyebrow tattoo removal and my whole experience was so lovely. Melissa is an expert and she exceeded my expectations! My eyebrows look great and back to normal, i'm SO happy :) Highly recommend!!!”
Real results: before & after
As seen on Netflix's Selling the OC
Kayla Cardona of Netflix's Selling the OC documented her eyebrow tattoo removal at Neoderma from start to finish. In her words:
“Neoderma is the ONLY place I trust with my laser tattoo removal on my eyebrows — doesn't affect my hair at all.”
Trusted by tattoo artists all over Southern California
Permanent tattoo artists trust Neoderma
Even permanent-makeup artists come to us for removal. Audrey Glass, a permanent tattoo artist, documented her own eyebrow tattoo removal journey at Neoderma — follow it on Instagram.
Eyebrow tattoo removal FAQ
Is PicoWay safe near the eyes?
Yes — we use medical-grade protective shields for complete safety. Eye protection is placed before any laser pass near the brow or lash line, and our specialists have 25 years of laser tattoo removal experience.
Will I lose my eyebrow hair?
No — this is exactly what we specialize in. A lot of people are told at other practices that they'll lose their hair, or that the residual color can't be removed. Our eyebrow specialists are able to target the tattoo pigment rather than the hair follicle, so your natural brow hair is preserved while the old pigment fades away.
Can you treat red or yellow ink?
Yes. Red and yellow pigments are among the hardest colors for many lasers to clear, but our eyebrow specialists are able to target and break them down. In fact, other clinics send us their clients because they have difficulty removing residual colors. Because we treat the pigment rather than the hair follicle, we can work on stubborn brow-tattoo colors while keeping your natural brow hair intact.
Can you fix botched microblading?
Absolutely. This is one of our most requested treatments. Whether the shape is uneven, the color has turned gray, blue, red, or green, or the work is simply too heavy, we can remove or lighten it.
How do you remove microblading?
With the PicoWay laser, at $350 per session, spaced 6–8 weeks apart. The laser shatters the pigment so your body can clear it, and your brow hair is not affected. If you'd rather lighten the brows for a cover-up than remove them fully, we can do that instead. How many sessions your brows need is something we assess in person.
Can permanent makeup (PMU) be removed?
Yes. PicoWay removes every common form of PMU — microblading, powder brows, ombre brows, nano brows, combination brows, and permanent eyeliner — including pigment that has aged grey, blue, red, or salmon. How many sessions your work needs is something we assess in person.
Do you offer saline removal or removal creams?
No. We remove brow and eyeliner tattoos with the PicoWay laser, and that is the only method we offer. If you have already tried saline removal or a removal cream elsewhere, tell us when you come in — we look at the skin before treating either way.
Can permanent eyeliner be removed?
Yes. Eyeliner tattoo removal is $795 for the first session and $595 for each session after that. Most clients need 2–4 sessions; older, lighter ink has sometimes cleared in one, but we can't guarantee that — it depends on what your artist put in the skin, and touched-up eyeliner carries several layers in several colors. A medical-grade shield is placed over the eye before any laser pass, and your lashes are not affected. Because the lash line is delicate, we wait 90 days after fresh eyeliner before starting.
Can you guarantee my brow or eyeliner tattoo comes off in one session?
No. Some older, lighter work has cleared in a single visit, but we can't promise it, because we have no control over what your artist put in your skin — the pigment color, what was mixed into it, its quality, and how many layers were placed. Brows or eyeliner that have been touched up carry several layers of pigment in several colors, and those take more sessions. We give you an honest estimate at your consultation and adjust as we see how your pigment responds.
Can I lighten my brows instead of fully removing them?
Yes — we can tailor your treatment to lighten the brows only. Many clients want just enough removal to correct color or make room for new work, and we adjust the number of sessions accordingly.
I just got my eyebrows tattooed — how soon can I start removal?
If your brow tattoo is fresh, you'll need to wait 90 days before we begin removal. Your eyebrows have to fully heal first — treating skin that hasn't healed raises the risk of side effects like scarring. Once you're past 90 days, we're happy to get started.
How long do I have to wait to get my eyebrows redone?
90 days. Once the skin from your last removal session has fully healed — about 90 days — you can have new brow work done. We're happy to coordinate timing with your brow artist.
How much does eyebrow tattoo removal cost?
Eyebrow tattoo removal at Neoderma is $350 per session, with topical numbing and cooling included. Light microblading often needs only 1–2 sessions, medium saturation 3–4, and deep machine-done tattoos 4 or more. We'll estimate your total at your consultation, and financing is available through Cherry and CareCredit.
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