Best Laser Tattoo Removal Clinics in Arlington, VA

Laser tattoo removal in Arlington costs on average $203 per session to start, with prices typically reaching $458, based on data from the four clinics in our directory.

Removery starts at $100 and reaches $375, making it the most affordable option with listed pricing. Zapatat runs $175 to $350. LaserAway starts at $200 and reaches $420. Rethink Laser Tattoo Removal does not list prices publicly.

Pricing depends on your tattoo's size, ink colors, skin tone, and placement. Our before-and-after gallery shows real fading results across different tattoo types and stages. Package deals and financing options are available at most Arlington clinics.

The top-rated laser tattoo removal clinics in Arlington are Removery, Zapatat, LaserAway, and Rethink Laser Tattoo Removal.

• Removery in Ballston uses PicoWay with Zimmer Cryo skin cooling and has 20 years of experience. Free consultations and financing are available.
• Zapatat on Washington Blvd uses their proprietary Accelerated Removal Technique (ART®). Free consultations are available.
• LaserAway in Clarendon uses Duality with SmartCool cooling and has 20 years of experience. Free consultations and financing are available.
• Rethink Laser Tattoo Removal on N Glebe Rd uses PicoWay and offers free consultations.

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. All four Arlington clinics 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 Virginia can be performed under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse.

Who can legally operate the laser in Virginia:

• Licensed Physicians (MD or DO): may supervise or perform independently
• Physician Assistants (PAs): may supervise or perform within their scope
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs): may supervise or perform within their scope
• Properly trained non-medical individuals: may perform under direction of any of the above

The supervising professional does not need to be physically present but must be reachable by electronic communication. They must personally evaluate any patient who develops complications before further treatment.

Who cannot perform laser tattoo removal in Virginia:

• Non-medical staff operating without the direction of a licensed physician, PA, or APRN

Source: Virginia Code Section 54.1-2973.1

Free tattoo removal for ex-gang members in Arlington is offered by Removery through their INK-nitiative program, which serves the greater Washington DC metro area including Arlington.

Removery INK-nitiative: Removery operates a location in Arlington and provides completely free removal for former gang members, survivors of domestic abuse or human trafficking, and formerly incarcerated individuals. Eligible tattoos must be visible (face, neck, or hands) or depict gang or hate group imagery. Applicants need a letter from an official advocate or case manager.

Jails to Jobs Directory: Jailstojobs.org lists free and low-cost programs across Virginia and the DC metro area, and is the best starting point if the INK-nitiative does not fit your situation.

The laser tattoo removal clinics in Arlington that use PicoWay are Removery in Ballston and Rethink Laser Tattoo Removal on N Glebe Rd.

You can browse real PicoWay results and compare them with other laser systems in our before-and-after gallery. During your consultation, ask each clinic to show you results from patients with a similar tattoo color profile and skin tone to yours.