Best Laser Tattoo Removal Clinics in Brooklyn, NY

Laser tattoo removal in Brooklyn costs on average $210 per session to start, with prices typically reaching $576 for larger or multi-colored tattoos, based on data from 14 clinics across the borough.

The lowest starting price we found among clinics with listed pricing is Heights Aesthetic Laser Center and LaserAway locations, starting at $200 per session. The highest ceiling in our data belongs to Heights Aesthetic Laser Center, reaching up to $1,000 for larger pieces.

Brooklyn has higher starting prices than most cities in our data, reflecting both the cost of operating in New York and the concentration of experienced providers. Our before-and-after gallery can help you set realistic expectations before you book.

The top-rated laser tattoo removal clinics in Brooklyn are Removery in Atlantic Terminal, Removery in Bay Ridge, Removery in Williamsburg, Clean Slate Laser Tattoo Removal, and LaserAway Park Slope in Park Slope.

• Removery (three Brooklyn locations: Atlantic Terminal, Bay Ridge, and Williamsburg) uses PicoWay with Zimmer Cryo skin cooling and has 20 years of experience. Free consultations, packages, and financing are available at all locations.
• Clean Slate Laser Tattoo Removal uses PicoWay and offers packages and free consultations.
• LaserAway Park Slope uses the Duality laser with SmartCool technology and has 20 years of experience. Packages, financing, and free consultations are available.

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 each clinic what their policy is if you need more sessions than estimated.

Laser tattoo removal in Brooklyn can be performed by licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses working under physician supervision.

New York classifies laser tattoo removal as the practice of medicine. It must be performed by, or under the supervision of, a licensed medical professional.

A physician or nurse practitioner may delegate the procedure to a registered nurse (RN), as long as the patient has been examined and a treatment plan has been prescribed. The supervising professional does not need to be physically present during treatment, but must be available.

Who cannot legally perform laser tattoo removal in New York:

• Cosmetologists and estheticians, even with laser certifications
• Medical assistants without nursing licensure
• Laser technicians operating outside a supervised medical practice

Source: New York State Office of the Professions (2024)

The laser tattoo removal clinic in Brooklyn that uses PicoSure is Century Dermatology.

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 Brooklyn that use PicoWay are Removery in Atlantic Terminal, Removery in Bay Ridge, Removery in Williamsburg, Clean Slate Laser Tattoo Removal, and Century Dermatology.

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 Brooklyn is offered by Removery INK-nitiative, Fresh Start Tattoo Removal, and the NYC Child Tattoo Eradication Project, among others.

1. Removery INK-nitiative: Removery, which has three Brooklyn locations (Atlantic Terminal, Bay Ridge, and Williamsburg), 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. Fresh Start Tattoo Removal was founded by Dr. David Ores in Manhattan and serves clients across all five boroughs, including Brooklyn. The program connects former gang members, formerly incarcerated people, and trafficking survivors with pro-bono laser providers.

3. NYC Child Tattoo Eradication Project by the Administration for Children's Services serves young New Yorkers across all boroughs who were trafficked, gang-involved, or at risk, connecting them with medical providers offering pro-bono removal.

4. Jails to Jobs Directory: Jailstojobs.org maintains a searchable database of free and low-cost programs including Brooklyn-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 Brooklyn is to use the borough's density of providers to your advantage and compare before you commit.

Brooklyn has one of the highest concentrations of tattoo removal clinics outside Manhattan, spanning three distinct neighborhoods (Atlantic Terminal, Bay Ridge, and Williamsburg) with highly rated providers in each. That geographic spread means you can likely find a quality clinic close to where you live or work.

PicoWay is well-represented in Brooklyn. Multiple Brooklyn clinics use PicoWay, which is a strong all-around choice for most tattoo colors and skin types. If you have a tattoo with challenging ink colors (such as green or blue), ask whether the clinic has experience treating those specifically.

Reviews in Brooklyn tend to be detailed. Brooklyn clients often write thorough accounts of their removal experience. Look for reviewers who describe progress across multiple sessions and who have a similar tattoo type to yours.

Use your consultation to compare. 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?

Our before-and-after gallery can help you set realistic expectations before you start.