Laser Tattoo Removal in Waterloo Region

Treatments start at $150 for something the size of a nickel and go up to $650 for something the size of a laptop, priced per treatment by size. Eyebrow and lip blushing removal are $150. Most tattoos need six to nine treatments, so a small tattoo usually works out somewhere between $1,800 and $2,700 in total.

That depends on size. Three treatments on a nickel-sized tattoo is $450. Three on an iPhone-sized tattoo is $900. Three on a paperback-sized tattoo is $1,500. Most tattoos need six to nine treatments in total rather than three.

Yes, and you can do it in person or virtually. There is no charge and no obligation. Virtual works well if you are coming from Guelph or Cambridge and would rather not drive out for a quote.

The number of sessions varies depending on the size, age, colour, and depth of the tattoo, as well as your skin type and immune function. On average, professional tattoos require 6 to 9 sessions, spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart to allow your body to clear the broken-down ink between sessions. Older tattoos and those with simpler colour palettes often respond more quickly. We will give you an honest estimate at your consultation.

Not always, and anyone who promises otherwise is overselling it. Most tattoos fade dramatically and many clear completely, but some ink holds on, particularly certain pigments and older amateur work. We will tell you what we honestly expect to achieve at the consultation rather than after you have paid for six treatments.

Most clients describe the sensation as similar to having the tattoo applied, or like a rubber band snapping against the skin. We apply a topical numbing cream before treatment to reduce discomfort, and cooling is used during the session. The treatment is fast, and most clients find it very manageable.

PicoSure Pro is highly effective across a wide range of colours, including black, blue, green, and red inks. Some colours, particularly yellow, orange, and white, are more resistant and may require additional sessions or may not fully clear. We will assess your tattoo at your consultation and give you a realistic picture of how it is likely to respond to treatment.

We use PicoSure Pro, one of the most advanced picosecond laser platforms available for tattoo and permanent makeup removal. PicoSure Pro delivers ultra-short bursts of laser energy that shatter ink particles into tiny fragments, which the body then naturally clears through the lymphatic system. It is effective across a broad range of ink colours and works well for both professional and amateur tattoos.

Yes. Permanent makeup removal requires a careful and precise approach, as the pigments used in cosmetic tattooing can behave differently from traditional tattoo inks. Some pigments contain iron oxide, which can oxidize and darken temporarily when exposed to laser. We assess permanent makeup carefully before treatment and take a conservative, staged approach to ensure the best and safest outcome.

After treatment, the area will be red and may swell or blister slightly. This is normal. We provide detailed aftercare instructions, including keeping the area clean and protected, avoiding sun exposure, and not picking at any blistering. Following aftercare instructions carefully significantly affects how well your body clears the ink between sessions.