Full removal
Gone, not forgotten
- For when you want your skin looking like it did before the tattoo.
- The ex's name, the one you got at 18, the one that just isn't you anymore.
- We keep going, session by session, as long as the ink keeps lifting.
Changing your mind is reason enough.
Removal or fading for a cover-up, on all skin tones and a wide range of ink colours. You never have to explain the backstory, and your first consult is free.
How laser tattoo removal works
Tattoo ink sits in a deeper layer of your skin, in particles too big for your body to clear on its own. That's what makes a tattoo permanent.
The laser sends extremely short pulses of light into the skin. The ink soaks up that energy and breaks into much smaller pieces. Over the weeks that follow, your body's natural clean-up system carries those smaller pieces away, and the tattoo gets lighter.
That's why removal happens over a series of sessions with healing time in between: each session breaks up more ink, and your body does the clearing between visits. How many sessions you need depends on your ink, your skin and how you heal, which is why we start every plan with a free consult and an honest estimate.
Cosmetic tattoo? Microblading, lip blush, eyeliner, SMP and freckles have their own page.
New to this? Our blog post on what laser tattoo removal costs in Edmonton walks through pricing step by step.
Our lser The Cutera Enlighten III
One laser, set up for your ink and your skin. Here's what that means in plain language.
Two pulse speeds
It pairs picosecond and nanosecond pulses, so we can match the treatment to your ink instead of using one setting for everything.
Three wavelengths
Different colours absorb different light. Three wavelengths cover a wide range of ink colours, including stubborn reds and oranges.
Tuned to you
We adjust the settings to your skin and start with a test spot first. It works on all skin tones.
How it goe
Free consult
We look at the ink, the colours, its age and your skin, then map out a plan and a price. No pressure.
About 20–30 minTreatment
The laser does the work, but we go at your pace. Numbing first, cooling throughout.
15 min to 1 hourHeal
Healing looks a little different for everyone. We tell you exactly what to expect, and we're a message away.
1–2 weeksFade & repeat
Your body clears the broken-up ink between visits. We book the next one when your skin is ready.
When your skin is ready
No surprises, ever.
Each session is priced by the size of the area, measured against a standard credit card. Hold a card over your tattoo and count how many it takes to cover it. Every tattoo fades at its own pace, so the number of sessions varies. We'll give you an honest estimate at your free consult.
Pay per session, buy a package up front, or spread it out with 0% in-house financing.
Get my quote- ConsultationFree
- X-SmallUp to 1 credit card in size$129
- SmallUp to 2 credit cards in size$159
- MediumUp to 3 credit cards in size$229
- LargeUp to 4 credit cards in size$329
- LargerMore than 4 credit cards in sizeCustom quote
- Unlimited packagesOne price, every session you needAsk us
Removal or fding?
Same laser, same per-session pricing. The difference is the goal. Not sure which you need? That's exactly what the free consult is for.
Fding for a cover-up
Make room for the new one
- For when you're planning a cover-up or a rework with your tattoo artist.
- We lighten the old work so your artist has a cleaner canvas and more freedom.
- Let your skin fully heal after your last session before getting tattooed over it.
Read more: Tattoo fading vs. full removal: which one do you need?
Real reults
Real clients, real session counts. Every tattoo fades at its own pace, so yours may be different.
Before
After
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After★★★★★“Very happy with Chrysalis Project so far. Staff are incredibly kind and professional and the studio is very comfortable. After multiple tattoo removal consults at various places I’m very happy with my choice in Chrysalis.”
Faith T. · Google review
Tattoo removal FAQ
How much does laser tattoo removal cost in Edmonton?
At Chrysalis Project, each session is priced by the size of the area, measured against a standard credit card: $129 for up to 1 credit card in size, $159 for up to 2, $229 for up to 3 and $329 for up to 4. Anything larger gets a custom quote. Your consult is free, and you can ask us about our unlimited packages and 0% in-house financing.
How many sessions will I need?
Every tattoo is different, so we don't give one-size-fits-all numbers. Ink colour, depth, age, placement and how your body heals all play a part. Book a free consult and we'll look at yours together and give you an honest estimate.
Does laser tattoo removal hurt?
Yep, it's spicy. We have the tools to make you as comfortable as possible: numbing before, cooling during, and breaks when you need them.
Can you remove coloured ink?
Yes. Our Cutera Enlighten III laser has three wavelengths that cover a wide range of colours, including stubborn reds and oranges. Every ink responds a little differently, so we'll look at your colours at your free consult.
Does it work on all skin tones?
Yes. Every skin is different, so we never treat on autopilot. We tune the laser settings to you and start with a test spot so you know exactly how your skin responds.
How long does a session take?
Treatment sessions run from about 15 minutes to an hour, depending on the size of the area. Your free consult takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
How long do I wait between sessions?
Your skin needs to heal and your body needs time to clear the broken-up ink between visits. Healing usually takes 1 to 2 weeks, and we book your next session when your skin is ready.
What's the difference between full removal and fading?
Full removal aims to get your skin looking like it did before the tattoo. Fading lightens old work so your tattoo artist has a cleaner canvas for a cover-up or rework. We'll help you choose at your free consult.
Still wondering about something? Search our blog or email care@chrysalisproject.ca.
Ready when you are.
Book a free consult and we'll look at your tattoo together, talk through removal or fading, and give you an honest plan and price.