Where these numbers come from
In September 2026 we reviewed the published price pages of several Los Angeles–area permanent makeup studios, from the Westside to the San Fernando Valley and Pasadena, plus industry and medical publications. Studios are not named here, and many luxury artists do not publish prices at all, so treat these as broad market context. Prices change often.
Published price ranges
| Treatment | Published first-session range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Microblading | About $450–$1,000 | Higher prices often reflect senior artists or included follow-ups |
| Powder, ombré, or combination brows | About $450–$1,000 | Usually priced close to microblading |
| Lip blushing | About $550–$1,000 | Cleveland Clinic cites roughly $500–$1,500 per session nationally, depending on location |
| Permanent eyeliner | About $400–$700 | Upper, lower, or both lash lines change the price |
| Later touch-ups and color refreshes | About $250–$700 | Often priced by how long it has been since the last session |
A med spa advertising permanent makeup "from" a much lower price may be quoting a partial service. Always ask what the quoted price includes.
What changes the price
- The technique: hair strokes, shading, combination brows, lips, or eyeliner
- Whether the follow-up is included: some studios include the 6–8 week perfecting visit; others charge separately, which makes headline prices hard to compare
- Artist experience and healed portfolio: senior artists with consistent healed results usually charge more
- Corrections: covering or adjusting old permanent makeup from another artist can cost more or may not be possible
- Location and overhead: a permitted private studio, sterile single-use supplies, and quality pigments cost money
- Long-term maintenance: color refreshes every year or so are part of the real cost
Think in total cost, not first-session price
Permanent makeup is a process. A realistic budget includes the first session, the follow-up after healing, and a color refresh roughly every eight months to two years depending on your skin and sun exposure. A lower first price with a paid follow-up can cost more than a higher price that includes it.
When a low price is a red flag
- No health questionnaire or consent form before the procedure (both are required in California)
- Needles or blades that are not opened from sterile, single-use packaging in front of you
- No healed photos, only fresh results taken right after the procedure
- Pressure to book immediately, or no consultation
- Work done somewhere other than a permitted body art facility
Permanent makeup is difficult and expensive to remove, so paying to fix a bargain can cost far more than doing it well once. See how to choose a permanent makeup artist.
Pricing at The Brow Doctor
Mahsa confirms pricing for microblading and powder brows, lip blushing, and permanent eyeliner when you request a consultation, including what the quote covers. Request a consultation.
Questions clients ask
How much does microblading cost in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles–area studios that publish prices listed a first microblading session at roughly $450 to $1,000 in September 2026. The price depends on the artist, the technique, and whether the follow-up is included.
How much does lip blushing cost in Los Angeles?
Published Los Angeles–area prices for lip blushing were roughly $550 to $1,000 in September 2026, and Cleveland Clinic cites about $500 to $1,500 per session depending on location.
Is the microblading touch-up included in the price?
It depends on the studio. Some include the first follow-up six to eight weeks later and others charge for it, so ask exactly what a quote covers before comparing prices.
How much is a microblading touch-up?
Published Los Angeles–area prices for later touch-ups and color refreshes ranged from about $250 to $700, often depending on how long it has been since your last session.
Why is microblading so expensive?
The price covers a long appointment, a consultation, sterile single-use tools, pigments, a permitted facility, the follow-up visit at many studios, and the skill needed for results that heal well. Correcting poor work usually costs more.
How much does microblading cost at The Brow Doctor?
Mahsa quotes individually at consultation, including what the price covers. Request a consultation or text (424) 230-4356.
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Written by Mahsa Gerami, The Brow Doctor | Makeup By Mahsa G.. Last updated .