Fade your tattoo for a cleaner cover up
Sometimes you do not need full removal. If your goal is a cover up, we can lighten the tattoo so your artist can work with cleaner skin, better contrast, and more options for design.
- Built for cover ups. We target the ink that needs to go, so your new piece goes in smoother.
- Smart planning. We coordinate expectations around color, density, and how many sessions typically help.
- Comfort focused. We use cold air cooling and aftercare guidance to support clean healing.
For Tattoo Artists
Have a client who needs a fade before their cover up? We can coordinate a clean, predictable fade plan and help you get better canvas conditions for your work.
Results vary by ink, skin type, depth, and aftercare. We will talk through realistic goals during your consultation.
Packages fit for fading
Most cover up prep goals land in the 3 to 5 session range, but every tattoo is different. These options keep it simple while staying flexible.
Single Session
Pay as you go. Ideal if you want to start with one treatment, see how your ink responds, and decide next steps from there.
3 Session Package
Book three sessions at a discounted rate. This is the most popular option for fading because it usually creates noticeable breathing room for new ink.
Larger tattoos are often treated in sections to reduce swelling and support safer healing.
What to expect
A smooth cover up starts with a smart plan. We focus on the areas that matter most for your next design.
Speak with your artist
Not all tattoos can be covered the same way. Your artist can tell you whether the old ink needs fading, partial removal, or a mix of both.
Create a treatment plan
We measure the area, review colors and density, and recommend a path. For many cover ups, a 3 session package is a great starting point.
Let us fade away the past
The number of sessions varies by ink color, skin type, and depth. Aftercare matters. Many clients see strong progress in 3 to 5 sessions.
After treatments
Your body does most of the work between sessions. Give it time, and your results will look better.
Let your body do the work
Your immune system clears fractured ink over time. We recommend a minimum of 6 weeks between sessions to support healing and results.
Progress check ups
We reassess as you go. If your artist needs more fading in a certain spot, we can adjust the plan to match your cover up goals.
Time to cover up
Once you reach your target fade, your artist can schedule new ink. A minimum of 6 weeks after laser is common, and some areas may need longer.
Fading FAQs
Quick answers to the most common cover up prep questions.
How many sessions do I need for a cover up?
Many cover ups are ready after 3 to 5 sessions, but it depends on ink density, color, depth, and your artist’s plan. We can estimate more accurately after measuring and seeing the tattoo in person.
How is pricing calculated for fading?
Tattoo removal pricing is based on size and total surface area. Larger tattoos can be a bigger investment because we often treat in sections to manage swelling and healing.
How long do I wait between sessions?
We typically recommend 6 to 8 weeks between treatments. That time is when most fading happens as your body clears ink particles.
Can you fade only certain parts of a tattoo?
Yes. If your cover up only needs certain areas lightened, we can focus treatments there and avoid over treating areas that do not need it.