How much does tattoo removal cost in Ireland?
Tattoo removal pricing at Ray studios Ireland: the Full Remove plan gives you unlimited sessions at one fixed price, with no hidden fees. Here is what to expect before you book.
It is worth being clear from the start: laser tattoo removal is a long process that takes several sessions, and it generally costs more than getting the tattoo did. That is the condition of a removal done properly: carried out by trained skin therapists in a controlled environment, with the correct laser settings, to give the best possible outcome with as little risk as possible. Individual results vary.
That said, at Ray studios we want to be as transparent as we can. We give you everything you need to understand what your treatment will cost, and we have no hidden fees. So there are no surprises when you visit one of our studios: you will know exactly what to expect.
Laser removal is by far the most effective and the safest method
Be very careful with anyone promising cheap, fast, risk-free tattoo removal. There are very few techniques recommended by specialists themselves. Top of that list is laser removal, which is both effective and safe. It has been tested and reviewed by the scientific community many times over and it benefits from the latest technological advances. It can now be used on almost every type of tattoo, on every skin type. Laser removal is still an investment, but it is a sound one.
That is why it is the only method we offer at Ray studios, and why we use only PicoWay® picosecond lasers, the most capable on the market. The other option recognised by specialists is surgery, but that is far more invasive and only suits very specific situations. Miracle cures, low cost shortcuts and DIY approaches such as tattoo removal creams or lactic acid treatments are strongly discouraged. At best they do nothing, at worst they are dangerous.
What does laser tattoo removal cost?
There is little point going back over the cost of the other methods. When it comes to laser removal, we give you all the information you need to understand what your treatment involves. At Ray studios we care about being completely transparent about our pricing, because that is what builds trust with our customers. It is worth remembering that tattoo removal is a treatment carried out over several sessions, spaced roughly eight weeks apart. That represents a real budget, usually higher than the tattoo itself.
In Ireland we keep it simple with the Full Remove plan: unlimited sessions at a single fixed price. You are not charged per session, so the number of sessions your tattoo needs does not change what you pay, whether it is a small piece, a large back piece or permanent makeup such as microblading or microshading. You can see the full details of our pricing by clicking here.
How does payment work at Ray studios?
With the Full Remove plan you pay one fixed price and then book your sessions as it suits you. There is no per-session charge to settle on your way out and no pressure to keep to a rigid schedule. As mentioned above, sessions need to be spaced at least eight weeks apart, but nothing stops you booking later than that if you need to. You will not lose the benefit of your previous sessions, even if you come back several months after a break. That can happen when there is a temporary contraindication, for example.
Before your first session at Ray studios, you attend an initial consultation with one of our skin therapists. During that appointment, the skin therapist explains how the treatment works, establishes your RTP®, a projection of the number of sessions based on statistics from customers with a profile similar to yours, and takes you through the Full Remove plan. They will also answer any questions you have. The consultation carries no obligation, and you can choose to go straight into your first session or come back at a later date.
Is tattoo removal covered by health insurance?
Tattoo removal is treated as a cosmetic treatment in Ireland, so it is not covered by the HSE. As far as we are aware, no private health insurer offers cover for tattoo removal treatments either. If you are unsure, it is worth checking directly with your own insurer before you book.
FAQ
Do you have to pay for several sessions in advance for tattoo removal?
No, at Ray studios you pay a single fixed price for the Full Remove plan, which covers your treatment from start to finish. There is no advance payment and no separate charge per session. This approach gives you flexibility to plan your sessions around your personal circumstances, while respecting the recommended minimum interval of eight weeks between two sessions. You can also pause treatment temporarily due to a contraindication or personal circumstances, without losing the benefit of previous sessions.
Is tattoo removal covered by social security or health insurance?
As a general rule, laser tattoo removal is not covered by social security or health insurance. It may exceptionally be covered in certain rare cases of serious tattoo-related conditions, requiring a formal diagnosis, a specific prescription, and a prior approval request to the CPAM. These cases are very limited. For all other reasons, aesthetic, personal or professional, the treatment remains at the customer's expense. It is therefore important to include this budget in your plan.
Why is tattoo removal often more expensive than the tattoo itself?
Tattoo removal is a complex specialised procedure, requiring several spaced out sessions, high end laser equipment and the involvement of skin therapists. Unlike a tattoo, which is often done in a single session, tattoo removal requires regular monitoring, advanced technical expertise and the adjustment of laser settings for each customer (skin type, ink colours, depth). This safe and personalised process justifies a higher cost, but also ensures reliable and safe results. Individual results vary.
