Best Laser Tattoo Removal Clinics in Los Angeles, CA

Laser tattoo removal in Los Angeles costs on average $163 per session to start, with prices typically reaching $542 for larger or multi-colored tattoos, based on data from 13 clinics in the city.

The most affordable option we found is CleanSlate LA, starting at $30 per session. The highest starting rate belongs to Polaris Medical Aesthetics at $300, reaching up to $900 for larger pieces. a What you actually pay depends on your tattoo's size, color complexity, age, and placement on the body. Our before-and-after gallery can give you a realistic sense of how different tattoos respond at different stages of treatment. Package deals and financing are available at several LA clinics, though terms vary.

The top-rated laser tattoo removal clinics in Los Angeles are Removery in Beverly Grove, Polaris Medical Aesthetics in Koreatown, LaserAway in Los Feliz, Think Again Tattoo Removal, and Pure Skin Laser Center in North Hollywood.

• Removery uses PicoWay with Zimmer Cryo skin cooling and has 20 years of experience. They offer packages and financing.
• Polaris Medical Aesthetics also uses PicoWay and offers free consultations and packages.
• LaserAway uses the Duality laser with SmartCool technology and has 20 years in the business.
• Think Again Tattoo Removal uses the Discovery Pico Plus, a top-tier picosecond laser.
• Pure Skin Laser Center has 10 years of experience and offers free consultations and financing.

A few things to keep in mind:

1. No clinic can guarantee 100% removal. Ask to see before-and-after photos of tattoos similar to yours in color, size, and skin tone.
2. Several clinics on this list offer free consultations. Use that time to compare at least two before committing.
3. Ask every clinic what their policy is if you need more sessions than initially estimated.

Laser tattoo removal in Los Angeles can be performed by licensed physicians, physician assistants (PAs), and registered nurses (RNs), provided the procedure takes place within a physician-owned medical practice or a medical corporation with majority physician ownership.

Who can legally operate the laser in California:

• Licensed Physician (MD or DO): may perform independently
• Physician Assistant (PA): may perform under physician supervision
• Registered Nurse (RN): may perform under physician supervision

All laser operators must complete at least 16 hours of hands-on training and hold a laser safety certification. The supervising physician is legally responsible for all services provided.

Who cannot perform laser tattoo removal in California:

• Unlicensed medical assistants
• Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs)
• Cosmetologists, estheticians, and electrologists

Source: California Board of Registered Nursing regulations

The laser tattoo removal clinics in Los Angeles that use PicoSure are Skin Spa by Dr Kia and LaserXX.

Tip: during your first consultation, ask the clinic to show you before-and-after photos of tattoos removed using their PicoSure machine. Results vary depending on ink depth, color mix, tattoo age, your skin type, and other factors. You can browse real removal results in our before-and-after gallery to set realistic expectations before you book.

The laser tattoo removal clinics in Los Angeles that use PicoWay are Removery in Beverly Grove and Polaris Medical Aesthetics in Koreatown.

Before booking, ask the clinic to show you before-and-after photos of patients with a similar skin tone and ink profile to yours. You can compare real PicoWay results alongside other laser types in our before-and-after gallery. Results depend on ink depth, the number of tattoo layers, and how the tattoo was originally applied.

Free tattoo removal for ex-gang members in Los Angeles is offered by Homeboy Industries, Sunrise Outreach Center, and the Removery INK-nitiative program, among others.

1. Homeboy Industries (Chinatown, 37 years of service) is one of the largest gang intervention organizations in the world. They provide free laser tattoo removal to former gang members, formerly incarcerated individuals, and at-risk youth in the LA area. No formal referral is required. Visit them at 130 W Bruno St, Los Angeles, or call ahead to schedule.

2. Sunrise Outreach Center (25 years of service) provides low-cost removal services for individuals re-entering the community in the Los Angeles area. Call ahead to confirm current eligibility and availability.

3. Removery INK-nitiative: Removery, which has a location in Beverly Grove, offers completely free removal through their national INK-nitiative program for former gang members, trafficking survivors, and formerly incarcerated individuals. Tattoos must be visible (face, neck, or hands) or depict gang or hate group imagery. A letter from an official advocate is required, and the program accepts 50 new participants per quarter nationally.

4. Jails to Jobs Directory: Jailstojobs.org maintains a searchable database of free and low-cost programs including LA-area providers. This is the best starting point if none of the above fit your situation.

The best way to find a quality laser tattoo removal clinic in Los Angeles is to look beyond star ratings.

Laser technology matters. Los Angeles has a wide range of clinics, from medical dermatology practices to dedicated removal studios. Not all use the same equipment, and the right laser depends on your ink colors and skin tone. Picosecond lasers (PicoWay, PicoSure, Discovery Pico Plus) are the current standard for most tattoos.

Read reviews carefully. Look for reviewers who describe a tattoo similar to yours in color, size, and placement. Be cautious of clusters of reviews from accounts with only one or two total reviews, positive or negative.

Use your consultation. Most top-rated LA clinics offer free consultations. Come prepared to ask:

• What laser do you use, and why is it the right fit for my tattoo and skin tone?
• Can I see before-and-after photos of similar tattoos you have treated?
• What is your policy if I need more sessions than estimated?

Compare at least two clinics before committing. Our before-and-after gallery can help you set realistic expectations for your specific tattoo type.