Laser Tattoo Removal in Bolton from £60
Fade or fully remove unwanted tattoos from £60 per session. Q-switched laser technology effective on black, red, blue and green ink.
Reclaim Your Skin, One Session at a Time
Laser tattoo removal at Unique Laser Clinics uses Q-switched laser pulses to shatter tattoo ink into microscopic particles that the body then naturally clears away. Effective for professional, amateur, cosmetic and traumatic tattoos across all common ink colours.
How does laser tattoo removal work?
Our Q-switched Nd:YAG laser delivers two wavelengths — 1064 nm for dark inks and 532 nm for red and warmer colours. The energy pulse is so brief (a few nanoseconds) that surrounding skin stays cool while the ink absorbs the full impact.
Which tattoo inks can be removed?
Factors that affect how many sessions you’ll need
- Ink colours and depth of pigment
- Age of the tattoo — older tattoos fade faster
- Professional vs amateur tattoo — amateur ink often fades faster
- Your skin tone and immune response
- Location on the body — closer to the heart clears faster
Does laser tattoo removal hurt?
How many sessions will I need for tattoo removal?
Most tattoos clear in six to ten sessions spaced six to eight weeks apart. Amateur, older and single-colour black tattoos often need fewer sessions; multicolour, dense or layered professional work typically needs more. We reassess progress every three sessions and give you honest, photo-based feedback.
What should I do before and after tattoo removal?
Before your session
- Avoid sun or self-tan on the tattoo for four weeks before treatment
- Keep the area well moisturised in the week before
- Eat and drink normally — do not fast
- Avoid aspirin and alcohol for 24 hours to reduce bruising
After your session
- Expect redness, swelling and a light blistering that settles in 3 to 7 days
- Apply aftercare ointment and keep covered for 48 hours
- No swimming, saunas, sun or exercise for 7 days
- Use SPF 50 on the area for three months after each session
Full instructions on our aftercare page.
Laser Tattoo Removal Prices
Prices per session, based on tattoo size. Patch test required before first session.
Laser Tattoo Removal Questions
Will laser tattoo removal leave a scar?
When performed correctly, laser tattoo removal should not leave a scar. The laser targets ink, not skin. Existing scarring from the original tattoo (common with amateur or heavy-handed work) may be more visible once the ink fades. Following aftercare precisely protects skin quality during your course.
Can all tattoos be fully removed?
Most tattoos can be significantly faded or fully removed, but some — especially those with white, metallic or complex cosmetic inks — are resistant and may only partially clear. We give you an honest assessment at your free consultation based on the tattoo in front of us.
Can I have a new tattoo over the area after removal?
Yes. Many clients use laser fading (3 to 5 sessions) specifically to prepare the skin for a cover-up tattoo. Fading lightens the existing ink enough for your tattoo artist to layer new design work cleanly over the top. We can coordinate timing with your artist.
Is laser tattoo removal safe for all skin tones?
Our Q-switched Nd:YAG laser is safe for most skin tones, including darker skin, when settings are correctly tailored. Clients with darker skin are treated conservatively at first and progress is closely monitored. We always patch test before starting a course.
Ready to Remove That Tattoo?
Free, private consultation with clear expectations. We’ll photograph the tattoo, explain your likely session count and cost, and perform a patch test at the same appointment if you want to proceed.