A Permanent Makeup (PMU) license in Texas is available for $50.00, plus a separate fee of $500.00 to cover the cost of the licensing exam. To obtain your PMU license, you must first complete an approved course from one of the state’s licensed and accredited institutions that offer training in makeup artistry or esthetics and pass the licensing exam with at least a 70% score. The training program will include instruction on safety and sanitation practices, as well as hands-on application techniques used by professional makeup artists/estheticians. Once you have passed your licensing examination, you may apply for your permanent makeup artist/esthetician license through Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR). This process typically takes between 6 to 8 weeks and requires payment of another fee before receiving your official PMU License Certificate which is valid for two years from the date issued. In addition to these costs associated with obtaining a PMU license in Texas there are also ongoing fees required to maintain current registration status including yearly renewal fees along with any additional education requirements needed depending on what type of services you provide such as microblading or tattooing procedures.