Tattoo Removal
Cost:
from £39
Whether you want a tattoo gone or faded enough for new artwork, our professional laser tattoo removal in Elm Park, Hornchurch can help. We use Q-switched Nd:YAG laser technology and give you honest, personalised advice on what's realistic for your tattoo. We welcome clients from Hornchurch, Romford, Upminster and across East London and Essex.
How laser tattoo removal works
A Q-switched Nd:YAG laser delivers extremely short, powerful pulses of light that break tattoo ink into tiny particles. Over the following weeks, your body's immune system gradually clears these particles away, so the tattoo fades a little more with each session.
Prices
Prices are per treatment and based on the maximum dimensions of the tattoo.
Looking for something else? See all our laser and skin treatments in Hornchurch.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of treatments varies according to:
Ink colour – black and dark inks usually respond best.
Ink density and depth – professional tattoos often hold more ink than amateur ones.
Tattoo age – older tattoos often fade faster.
Location – areas with good circulation tend to clear more quickly.
Your skin type and individual response.
Most tattoos need a course of treatments, with time between sessions for your skin to heal and your body to clear the ink. Fading for a cover-up usually needs fewer sessions than full removal. Read more: Small tattoo removal sessions – what affects the number.
Will my tattoo be removed completely?
Many tattoos can be faded significantly, but a course of treatments does not guarantee complete removal. Some colours and dense tattoos may leave a faint shadow. We'll always be honest with you about what's realistic before you begin.
What to expect
Consultation – we assess your tattoo, discuss full removal or fading, and check your medical history.
Patch test – a small test area to check how your skin and ink respond.
Treatment – small tattoos take just minutes. Many people describe the feeling as an elastic band snapping on the skin.
Afterwards – the area often looks white or "frosted" briefly, then red and slightly swollen. Small blisters or scabs can appear and heal over the following days.
Aftercare
Keep the area clean and dry, and follow the written aftercare we give you.
Don't pick blisters or scabs – let them heal naturally.
Avoid swimming, saunas and hot baths until healed.
Protect the area from the sun with clothing or SPF 30+.
Read more: Laser tattoo removal aftercare – the complete recovery guide.
Why choose Nefretiti for tattoo removal?
Q-switched Nd:YAG laser technology
Fully licensed and insured clinic
Expert consultation and honest advice
Clear pricing by size, with 10–20% off courses
Visiting us from Romford, Upminster and Hornchurch
5 Tadworth Parade, Elm Park, Hornchurch RM12 5AS (inside Luxe Tique Nails). We're easily reached from Elm Park station on the District line – one stop from Hornchurch and three from Upminster – and there's ample local parking for clients driving from Romford, Gidea Park and Rainham.
Frequently asked questions
How much does tattoo removal cost?
From £39 per session for tiny tattoos up to 2 × 2 cm, with 10% off 3 sessions and 20% off 6 sessions. See the full table above, or read Tattoo removal costs in Essex by treatment area.
Does tattoo removal hurt?
It's uncomfortable rather than painful for most people, and small tattoos take only minutes. Read more: Laser tattoo removal pain – what it feels like and how to ease it.
Can you fade a tattoo for a cover-up?
Yes. Fading usually needs fewer sessions than full removal.
Can you remove black ink on darker skin?
Often yes, with the right settings after a patch test. Read more: Black ink tattoo removal in Hornchurch.
Is complete removal guaranteed?
No clinic can guarantee complete removal. We'll give you an honest assessment at your consultation.