Laser Tattoo Removal (Discovery Pico)

Tattoo removal at Aesthetic Laser Center of Seattle uses the Cartessa Discovery Pico, a picosecond Nd:YAG laser operating at three wavelengths to shatter ink particles of all colours faster than conventional Q-switched systems. Session pricing is tiered by tattoo size from $75 (extra small) to $600 (XXL), with three-session packages and complete-removal bundles available. Full-removal bundles start at $900 and cap at $7,200 for the largest pieces. A complimentary consultation determines size classification and session estimates.

Aesthetic Laser Center of Seattle uses the Cartessa Discovery Pico for all tattoo removal services — one of the most capable picosecond platforms available for this indication. Conventional Q-switched nanosecond lasers break ink particles into fragments that the immune system must slowly clear. The Discovery Pico delivers pulses in picoseconds (one trillionth of a second), generating photoacoustic shockwaves that shatter ink into dramatically smaller dust-like particles. These clear faster, meaning fewer total sessions for most patients and more complete clearance on stubborn pigments including blues, greens, and purples that are notoriously difficult for older systems. The Discovery Pico operates at three wavelengths — 1064 nm, 532 nm, and 694 nm — covering the full colour wheel from black and dark blue through red, orange, yellow, and the difficult green-blue spectrum. This makes it suitable for both amateur and professional-grade tattoos regardless of ink diversity. Session pricing at Aesthetic Laser Center of Seattle is tiered by tattoo footprint. Extra-small tattoos start at $75 per session, with a three-pack at $192 and a complete-removal bundle at $900. XXL pieces are $600 per session, $1,530 for three, and $7,200 for the complete-removal bundle. Mid-range sizes fall proportionally between these anchors. Complete-removal bundles provide the most value for clients committed to full clearance, as they cap the total cost regardless of the number of sessions required to achieve it. Sessions are typically spaced six to eight weeks apart to allow the lymphatic system to clear fragmented ink before the next treatment. The clinic offers complimentary consultations to classify tattoo size, assess ink density and colour palette, and estimate a realistic session range. Located at 509 Olive Way, Suite 1407, in the Medical Dental Building in downtown Seattle.