Laser Tattoo Removal Montreal & Laval

The PICO laser delivers ultra-short pulses of light energy that are absorbed by the tattoo pigment, shattering the ink into microscopic fragments. Your immune system then gradually carries these particles away, and the tattoo fades a little more after every session — all without damaging the surrounding skin. For independent background, see the Cleveland Clinic guide to tattoo removal.

PICO refers to picosecond laser technology — the pulse duration is measured in trillionths of a second, roughly a thousand times shorter than the nanosecond pulses used by older Q-switched systems. That ultra-short pulse breaks pigment apart more by photomechanical shock than by heat, which means finer ink fragments for your body to clear, better response on stubborn colours, and less thermal energy spreading into the surrounding skin. In practice this often means fewer sessions and a more comfortable treatment. We use PICO laser technology for all tattoo removal at our Montreal and Laval locations.

Most tattoos need 6 to 12 sessions spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart, though small or older tattoos can clear faster. The exact number depends on the ink colour and density, how deep the ink sits, the tattoo’s age and location, and your skin type. Fading for a cover-up usually requires fewer sessions than complete removal. Your free consultation gives you a realistic session estimate before you commit.

A numbing cream is applied before treatment, so most clients feel only a quick snapping sensation — often compared to a light elastic band flick — with mild warmth. Sessions are short, typically 15 to 45 minutes, and any tenderness afterward feels like a mild sunburn that settles within a few days.

Black and dark blue inks respond best and fade fastest. Reds, greens, light blues, and yellows are more stubborn and may need extra sessions. Very colourful or densely packed tattoos take longer overall, which is why every treatment plan starts with an in-person assessment of your ink. Even hard-to-treat colours can usually be significantly lightened.

The treated area may be red, swollen, and warm, with temporary whitening (“frosting”) right after the session. Small blisters or scabs can form and are a normal part of healing — keep the area clean, apply the recommended ointment, avoid sun exposure, and don’t pick at the skin. Most people are fully healed within one to two weeks, while the ink keeps fading in the weeks that follow. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery overview of laser therapy for unwanted tattoos covers healing and results in more detail.

Pricing is by tattoo size: small tattoos $90, medium tattoos $150, and large tattoos $250 per session at 6-session package rates, before taxes — and our 10-session full programme brings that down to $70 / $120 / $200 per session. Packages save up to 50% compared with regular per-session pricing, and full details are in the Prices section. Since complete removal usually takes 6 to 12 sessions, a package is the most cost-effective route, while fading for a cover-up costs less overall because it needs fewer visits. Your free consultation confirms your exact size category and total cost before you commit. Our AI Skin Analysis is free with the 6- and 10-session packages; on its own it is $150 + tax, with a full report printed or sent by email.

Yes — the AI Skin Analysis is free with the 6- and 10-session packages, our full treatment courses. On its own it is $150 + tax and includes a full report, printed or sent by email. It is a facial scan: it maps pigmentation and sun damage, redness, texture and pores, and fine lines, and we repeat it to track your progress against your first images — useful if you are also planning skin treatments alongside your removal. Your tattoo itself — size category, ink colours, skin type — is assessed in person at the free consultation. The scan guides your plan; it is not a medical diagnosis.

Laser tattoo removal is available at both our Montreal and Laval locations and is provided by our trusted partner clinic, whose certified laser specialists handle every consultation and treatment. You can book a free consultation online or review our membership options for the best long-term value.

For independent, professional information, read the Cleveland Clinic overview of tattoo removal, the ASDS guide to laser therapy for unwanted tattoos, and the FDA consumer update on tattoo removal options and results.