Permanent Makeup Equipment Checklist 2026: The Essentials for Opening Your PMU Studio
In brief: To open a compliant PMU practice in 2026: CE-certified dermograph, sterile 1RL/3RL cartridges, multi-zone REACH pigments, complete hygiene kit, and certified training before the first client.
Key takeaways
- Priority #1: Basic Course training before purchasing expensive equipment.
- Equipment budget alone: €800–€1,500 excluding high-end dermograph.
- Sterile CE single-use cartridges — never reuse.
- REACH pigments for eyebrows + lips + For Mix = minimum colorimetry kit.
Opening or equipping a permanent makeup practice requires rigor, REACH compliance, and CE-certified equipment. This 2026 checklist, validated by Sandrine Nourry (Top Trainer Sviato Academy), lists the essentials for safe practice from day one.
1. Professional Dermograph
- Pen or rotary CE-certified — see the SHOPDERMOPRO range
- Cordless (cabin mobility) or corded (long sessions)
- Compatibility with UNIQUE / UNIVERSE / Basic cartridges
- French after-sales service and spare parts available
📖 Complete guide to choosing your professional permanent makeup dermograph 2026 · Top dermographs 2026
2. Sterile Cartridges & Needles
| Technique | Configuration | Diameter |
|---|---|---|
| Hair strokes / nano brows | 1RL Nano | 0.18–0.25 mm |
| Powder brows | 3RL | 0.25–0.30 mm |
| Watercolor lips | 3RL / 5RS | 0.30 mm |
| Eyeliner | 1RL | 0.25 mm |
PMU Cartridge Hub · 1RL vs 3RL Cartridge Comparison
3. REACH 2022 Compliant Pigments
- Eyebrows — BB Color Reach Brow (L1–L4, M1–M4)
- Lips — BB Color Reach Lips
- Eyeliner — S-LINER Sviato
- Correctors — BB Color For Mix
- Areolas — skin tone charts (if paramedical)
Discover BB Colors REACH · Colorimetry Guide
4. Hygiene & Sterilization
- Nitrile gloves, FFP2 masks, overgowns
- Surgical drapes, sterile compresses, barrier film
- Surface disinfectant + cutaneous antiseptic
- Compliant DASRI container
PMU Hygiene Collection · French Hygiene Decree
5. Accessories & Aftercare
- Pigment cups, rings, eyebrow compass, dermographic pencils
- PMU Accessories
- Client healing protocol — Aftercare products
6. Training Before Any Procedure
French regulations require certified training. Basic Course 5 days (€3,950) · Sviato Academy Montpellier
Indicative equipment budget: dermograph €300–€800 · starter pigments €150–€300 · cartridges (100 pcs) €80–€150 · hygiene €100–€200 · excluding training.
Sandrine Nourry's advice — Top Trainer Sviato Academy · Don't buy everything at once. First, enroll in the Basic Course: we will guide you towards the dermograph and shades suitable for your target clientele.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum budget for PMU equipment?
Allow €800 to €1,500 for REACH pigments, cartridges, hygiene, and accessories, plus €300–€800 for an entry/mid-range dermograph.
Which pigments should I buy first?
Reach Brow M2/M3 + L4 Lips + For Mix Warm/Cool. Supplement according to your specialization (S-LINER eyeliner, areolas).
UNIQUES or UNIVERSE cartridges?
UNIQUES: reinforced membrane, premium. UNIVERSE: excellent value for money. Both are CE sterile.
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