Best Laser Tattoo Removal Clinics in Minnesota

Laser tattoo removal in Minnesota costs on average $121 per session to start, with prices typically reaching $436 for larger or more complex work, based on data from 19 clinics across the state.

The lowest starting price we found is Creative Re-Imaging in Fridley, at $50 per session. LaserAway Minneapolis (located in Edina) starts at $200, one of the higher minimums in the state. CLEO Skin and Laser in Edina lists a maximum of $480 for complex or large pieces.

Most of Minnesota's clinics are clustered in the Twin Cities metro area (Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, Roseville, Woodbury, Edina, Maple Grove, Maplewood). Our before-and-after gallery can give you a realistic picture of what results look like at different stages of treatment.

The top-rated laser tattoo removal clinics in Minnesota include Removery in Roseville, Removery in St. Louis Park, Removery in Woodbury, Fearless Tattoo Removal in Maplewood, and CLEO Skin and Laser in Edina.

• All Removery Minnesota locations use PicoWay with Zimmer Cryo skin cooling and have 20 years of experience. Free consultations, packages, and financing available.
• Fearless Tattoo Removal in Maplewood is a dedicated removal specialist with competitive pricing from $69, strong reviews, and free consultations.
• CLEO Skin and Laser has locations in Edina and Maple Grove with consistent ratings and pricing up to $480.

Other strong options:

• LaserAway Minneapolis (located in Edina) uses the Duality laser with SmartCool cooling and has 20 years of experience. Financing available.
• Fadeaway Tattoo Removal near Edina uses both PicoWay and a Q-Plus C laser, offering flexibility for different ink types.

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.
2. Most clinics on this list offer free consultations. Compare at least two before committing.
3. Ask each clinic what their policy is if you need more sessions than estimated.

Laser tattoo removal in Minnesota may be performed by licensed physicians, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) with prescribing authority, or Certified Laser Technicians, always under physician supervision.

Key rule: The supervising physician does not need to be physically present during treatment, but must be licensed in Minnesota and must be responsible for the overall care and safety protocol of the clinic.

Who can legally perform laser tattoo removal in Minnesota:

• Licensed Physicians (MD or DO): may perform independently
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs): may perform under physician supervision
• Certified Laser Technicians: may perform under physician supervision

Who cannot perform laser tattoo removal in Minnesota without physician oversight:

• Anyone performing laser procedures without a supervising physician involved in the patient's care plan

Minnesota's rules are relatively accessible compared to states that require on-site physician presence. If a clinic cannot name a supervising physician, ask follow-up questions before booking.

None of the Minnesota clinics in our current dataset have confirmed PicoSure availability. Minnesota's top-rated clinics primarily use PicoWay (Removery locations, Fadeaway Tattoo Removal) and the Duality laser (LaserAway Minneapolis).

If PicoSure is important to you, call clinics directly to ask about their current equipment. You can also browse our before-and-after gallery to compare results from different laser types and decide what matters most for your specific tattoo.

The laser tattoo removal clinics in Minnesota that use PicoWay include Removery in Roseville, St. Louis Park, and Woodbury, and Fadeaway Tattoo Removal near Edina (which also uses a Q-Plus C Q-switched laser alongside PicoWay).

This gives the Twin Cities metro strong PicoWay coverage across the north, south, and east suburbs.

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, color mix, the number of tattoo layers, and your skin type.

Free tattoo removal for ex-gang members in Minnesota is offered by Removery INK-nitiative, Minnesota Department of Corrections Reentry Programs, and national nonprofit directories.

1. Removery INK-nitiative: Removery has locations in Roseville, St. Louis Park, and Woodbury, and 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.

2. Minnesota DOC Reentry Programs: The Minnesota Department of Corrections connects people leaving incarceration with community and employment support services. Contact a reentry coordinator through the DOC or a local parole office for any current tattoo removal referrals or partnerships.

3. Jails to Jobs Directory: Jailstojobs.org maintains a searchable database of free and low-cost programs across Minnesota.

The best way to find a quality laser tattoo removal clinic in Minnesota is to focus on the Twin Cities metro, which has all of the state's major specialists concentrated within a short drive.

Three Removery locations give you real choice. Roseville, St. Louis Park, and Woodbury cover the north, west, and east sides of the metro respectively. All three use PicoWay with the same pricing structure ($100 to $375), making them easy to compare side-by-side on location and scheduling convenience alone.

Fearless Tattoo Removal stands out as the dedicated independent option. Starting at $69 in Maplewood, it is competitively priced and focused specifically on removal rather than being one service among many at a general med spa. Its review count and rating put it consistently near the top of the Twin Cities market.

CLEO Skin and Laser is a strong choice for the south metro. Two locations in Edina and Maple Grove give it good coverage, and its pricing (up to $480) reflects a premium med spa environment.

Minnesota's winters affect your treatment calendar. Reduced sun exposure during long winters actually works in your favor for laser removal scheduling, since tanned skin requires more conservative treatment settings. If you are planning removal for summer, start in the fall or winter for best results.

Use your consultation to compare. Come prepared to ask:

• What laser do you use and why is it right for my tattoo?
• How many sessions do you estimate and what happens if I need more?
• How do you handle complications between sessions?