While no one wants a bad tattoo, they are no longer the life sentences they once were. Using laser technology over the course of several sessions—and depending on a range of other factors—tattoos can be effectively and permanently removed for prices ranging from $400 to $5,000 USD.

A good rule of thumb within the US tattoo industry is that it costs approximately 10 times as much to remove a tattoo as it does to get the ink in the first place.

Laser Tattoo Removal

While there are a number of different methods that have been used to remove tattoos in the past, by far the most popular and effective is laser tattoo removal. In the hands of a professional, laser treatments can completely remove tattoos over time, leaving none of the scarring or permanent discoloration associated with other methods, such as surgical removal and dermabrasion.

Laser removal method works by utilizing the high energy light beams of a laser and blasting the tattoo with these charged light particles. The laser penetrates beneath the epidermis, where it slowly breaks up the ink into tiny particles that are then absorbed by the body.

When considering laser removal many people are also concerned about the level of pain caused by the procedure. While there is no doubt that pain is part of the process, the common misconception that it is excruciating is a bit overblown. Patients often report the sensation being akin to a strong rubber band repeatedly snapped on the same spot, or even bacon grease splatter. Local anesthesia is usually available as well.

Factors Determining the Price of Laser Removal

If the price of laser removal is determined by the number of sessions required, how do we figure out how many sessions will be needed?

There are a range of factors that technicians use to determine a course of action, and to gain a rough idea about the number of treatments that will be required to eliminate unwanted tattoos.