Laser Tattoo Removal: How It Works, Sessions, and Cost

Laser tattoo removal works by delivering short, intense pulses of laser energy that shatter tattoo ink particles into smaller fragments, which the body's immune system then gradually clears away over the following weeks.

How Many Sessions It Takes

This varies considerably depending on the tattoo's ink colours, depth, size, and how it was originally applied — professional tattoos with dense ink typically need more sessions than amateur or lighter tattoos. Sessions are spaced 6–8 weeks apart to allow the body time to clear fragmented ink between treatments.

What Affects the Cost

• The size of the tattoo being treated
• How many ink colours are involved — some colours respond better to laser treatment than others
• The total number of sessions needed for the desired result

Is It Painful?

Most patients describe the sensation as similar to, or slightly more intense than, getting the original tattoo — often compared to a rubber band snapping against the skin. Numbing options can help manage comfort during treatment, particularly for larger areas.

Learn more on the laser tattoo removal procedure page.