Laser Tattoo Removal in the West Island, at our DDO clinic.

PicoSure® is a picosecond laser — it fires pulses of light measured in trillionths of a second. Those ultra-short, high-energy pulses hit the trapped tattoo ink and shatter it into micro-particles, more like dust than the fragments older nanosecond lasers leave. Your body's immune system then clears those tiny particles away naturally over the following weeks. Because PicoSure® relies on a fast photomechanical effect rather than heat, it breaks ink more completely with less thermal damage to the surrounding skin — meaning fewer sessions and a lower risk of scarring for our West Island clients in DDO.

It depends on the tattoo. Size, ink colours, the age of the tattoo, how deep and dense the ink was applied, its location on the body, and your skin tone all affect how many sessions you'll need. Most tattoos take a series spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart so your body can flush the broken-down ink between visits. Professional, multi-colour pieces usually need more sessions than older, faded, single-colour tattoos. If you only want enough fading for a cover-up, you'll need far fewer sessions. At your free consultation at our Dollard-des-Ormeaux clinic we'll give you an honest, tattoo-specific estimate before you commit.

Most people compare the sensation to a rubber band snapping against the skin, or the feeling of getting the tattoo in the first place — sharp but quick. Because PicoSure®'s pulses are so fast, each pass is brief, and small tattoos are often done in just a few minutes. We keep you comfortable with cooling during treatment and can discuss a topical numbing option for larger or more sensitive areas. Afterward the area feels like a mild sunburn for a day or two, which settles quickly with the aftercare we provide at our West Island clinic.

Yes. PicoSure®'s 755nm wavelength, combined with its boost mode, is especially good at clearing the colours older lasers struggle with — stubborn blues, greens, and dense black ink — typically in fewer sessions. It is also safe to use across the full range of skin tones we treat on the West Island. For darker and ethnic skin, our certified technicians use conservative, carefully selected settings to protect against post-inflammatory pigment changes. We have real experience treating diverse skin tones across DDO, Kirkland, Pointe-Claire, and Pierrefonds.

Our pricing is per session and starts from $60 for a mini tattoo, scaling up by size to large pieces and sleeves. Total cost depends on the same factors that determine session count: the size of the tattoo, its ink colours and density, how old it is, its location, and your skin tone. A small, faded, single-colour tattoo costs far less to clear than a large, multi-colour professional piece. If you only need fading for a cover-up, your total drops because you need fewer sessions. At your free consultation in the West Island we measure your tattoo and give you a clear per-session price and a realistic session range, so there are no surprises.

Right after treatment the area may be red, slightly swollen, and tender, and a temporary frosting can appear and fade within minutes. Keep it clean and dry, apply the healing ointment we provide, and don't pick at any scabs or blisters that form. Avoid sun, saunas, hot tubs, swimming pools, and intense workouts for several days, and always cover the area with SPF 30+ once healed. Between sessions your immune system gradually carries away the shattered ink, so the tattoo keeps fading in the 6 to 8 weeks before your next visit — that waiting period is part of the process. Every West Island client leaves with a written aftercare plan.

Avoid Sun & Tanning

Keep the tattoo out of direct sun and avoid tanning or self-tanner for at least 2 weeks before. Tanned or burned skin cannot be treated safely.

Keep the Skin Healthy

The treatment area should be clean, intact, and free of cuts, rashes, or active breakouts. Shave the area gently a day before if needed.

Pause Certain Medications

Tell us about antibiotics or photosensitizing medications — some need to be paused beforehand. Avoid blood thinners and alcohol just before your session.

Tell Us Your History

Let us know about cold sores near the area, keloid scarring, pregnancy, or recent cosmetic procedures — this guides safe PicoSure® settings.

Soothe & Protect

Apply the healing ointment we provide and keep the area clean and dry. Mild redness, swelling, and a sunburn-like feel for a day or two are normal.

Do Not Pick or Scratch

Let any scabs or small blisters heal on their own. Picking can cause scarring and dark marks, especially on deeper skin tones.

Apply SPF 30+ Daily

Once healed, always cover the area with broad-spectrum SPF 30+ — West Island UV climbs fast in summer, especially near the parks and waterfront.

No Heat or Soaking

Skip saunas, hot tubs, swimming pools, and intense workouts for several days to keep the area calm while your body clears the ink.

Most healthy adults who want to fade or fully remove a tattoo — body ink or cosmetic tattoos like microblading, eyeliner, and lip liner — are excellent candidates. PicoSure® works on all ink colours and is safe across the full range of skin tones with the right settings. Removal may be postponed for active skin infections near the area, recent tanning or sunburn, a history of keloid scarring, or pregnancy and breastfeeding. Your technician will confirm what's safe for your skin and your tattoo during your free consultation at our DDO clinic.

Yes. Once your tattoo is removed or faded, Laser Skin Rejuvenation can refine any residual tone or texture, while Microneedling helps smooth the skin in the treated area. Advanced facials keep the surrounding skin healthy throughout your removal series. Your technician at our Dollard-des-Ormeaux clinic will sequence everything safely so each treatment supports your skin's recovery.