By the EradiTatt team · Laser tattoo removal specialists in Tampa Bay and Orlando since 2015
Short answer: If you live in Wesley Chapel, the closest EradiTatt clinic is our Tampa location at 1715 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 100, near International Plaza. From the State Road 56 area it’s a straight run south on I-275, usually about 35 to 45 minutes outside rush hour. Most clients need 8 to 12 laser sessions spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart, and each appointment takes about 5 to 15 minutes. Price depends on the size of the tattoo, not the color: from $100 a session for a tattoo smaller than a quarter up to $600 for one about the size of a sheet of paper, with 20% off when you buy 4 sessions. That includes red ink. This guide explains what red and color tattoos really involve, what full removal costs, and how to fit a year of appointments around life in Pasco County.
Key takeaways
- Closest clinic: EradiTatt Tampa, 1715 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 100 (inside Infinity Medical Institute), about 35 to 45 minutes from Wesley Chapel via I-275 South. Phone (813) 235-4111.
- Red ink price: there is no color surcharge. A red, black or full-color tattoo of the same size costs the same per session.
- Prices: $100 (XX-Small) to $600 (X-Large) per session; 4-packs save 20%. 15% off for military and veterans.
- Sessions: most clients need 8 to 12, spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart. Fading for a cover-up usually takes fewer.
- Color tattoos: our PiQo4 laser has 4 wavelengths and both picosecond and nanosecond pulses, so reds, greens and blues can be targeted with the right light, not just black.
- Visit length: 5 to 15 minutes in the chair, with Zimmer Cryo 6 cold air on the skin the whole time.
- Specialists: tattoo removal is all we do. Treatments are performed by owner Melissa Hoperich, FNP.
Wesley Chapel has grown faster than almost anywhere in Tampa Bay. Wiregrass Ranch, Epperson, Seven Oaks, Meadow Pointe and Watergrass were pasture not long ago; now they’re full of young families, nurses at the two new hospitals, teachers, remote workers and commuters heading south to Tampa every morning. Plenty of those people also have tattoos they got years ago, and the Bruce B. Downs and State Road 54/56 corridors have no shortage of tattoo shops ready to add more. What the area doesn’t have is a clinic that does nothing but tattoo removal. Searches for “tattoo removal Wesley Chapel” mostly turn up tattoo parlors, brow studios and med spas that list removal as one service among dozens, with no prices and no plan.
That’s the gap this guide fills. Below you’ll find our real price table, an honest explanation of how red and color ink behave under the laser, what a realistic total looks like for full removal, and practical advice on the drive, the timing and the Florida sun. If you’d rather skip ahead, you can send a photo for a free quote and we’ll tell you your size tier and a session estimate.
Is there tattoo removal in Wesley Chapel, FL?
Yes, but it helps to know what kind of provider you’re looking at. In and around Wesley Chapel you’ll mostly find three types:
- Med spas and aesthetic clinics that offer tattoo removal alongside hair removal, injectables, facials and skin tightening. Some use multi-purpose laser platforms where tattoo removal is one handpiece among many.
- Tattoo shops and brow studios that offer fading or removal, often aimed at preparing skin for their own cover-up work or redoing microblading.
- Dedicated tattoo removal clinics like EradiTatt, where removal is the only service. Our closest clinic to Wesley Chapel is in Tampa’s Westshore district.
None of these is automatically right or wrong. But the questions you should ask any provider are the same: Which laser do you use, and how many wavelengths does it have? Who performs the treatment? How do you price it, and is the price published? How many sessions do you expect for my tattoo, and how far apart? We answer all of those openly below, and our PiQo4 vs PicoSure vs PicoWay comparison explains why the laser itself matters so much for color.
Wesley Chapel tattoo removal red ink price: what it really costs
One of the most common things Wesley Chapel residents search is the price of removing red ink. The worry makes sense: red has a reputation for being “harder” to remove, so many people expect a color surcharge. At EradiTatt there isn’t one. Every session is priced by the size of the tattoo only. A red rose, a black script name and a full-color koi of the same size cost exactly the same per visit.
Here is our complete price list. The size guide comes straight from our laser tattoo removal cost page.
| Size tier | Roughly smaller than | Per session | 4-pack (20% off) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XX-Small | A quarter | $100 | $320 |
| X-Small | A credit card | $175 | $560 |
| Small | A dollar bill | $225 | $720 |
| Medium | A CD | $300 | $960 |
| Large | A DVD case | $400 | $1,280 |
| X-Large | A sheet of paper | $600 | $1,920 |
Most small red tattoos people ask about, such as a heart on the wrist, a cherry on the ankle or a little rose behind the shoulder, land in our XX-Small to X-Small tiers, so $100 to $175 a session. A larger red-and-black piece on the forearm or calf is more likely Small or Medium. If you’re not sure where yours falls, a quick photo through our photo quote form settles it.
Ways to lower the total
- 4-session packs: 20% off every session in the pack. Since nearly everyone needs more than 4 sessions, this is the simplest saving.
- Military and veterans: 15% off. That matters in a county with a lot of service members and veterans; our guide to tattoo removal for military members covers regulations and timing.
- Referrals: a $50 credit when a friend you refer books with us.
- Free consultation: you never pay to find out your size tier and plan.
How much does it cost to fully remove a tattoo?
Per-session prices only tell half the story, because full removal takes a series of treatments. Most of our clients need 8 to 12 sessions. Using our 4-pack pricing, here’s what a realistic total looks like for full removal. These are estimates built from our published prices; your own number depends on your ink, skin and how your body clears pigment.
| Size tier | 8 sessions (two 4-packs) | 12 sessions (three 4-packs) |
|---|---|---|
| XX-Small | $640 | $960 |
| X-Small | $1,120 | $1,680 |
| Small | $1,440 | $2,160 |
| Medium | $1,920 | $2,880 |
| Large | $2,560 | $3,840 |
| X-Large | $3,840 | $5,760 |
Two things to keep in mind. First, if you’re fading a tattoo for a cover-up rather than removing it completely, you’ll usually need fewer sessions, so the total drops. Second, the military and veteran discount applies on top of what you see here at the time of booking, so ask about it at your consult. For more on how clinics price removal and why per-inch pricing can mislead, see our Tampa tattoo removal cost guide.
Will tattoo removal get cheaper?
People sometimes wait in the hope that prices will drop. In practice, the cost of removal is mostly the laser technology, the provider’s time and the number of sessions your ink needs, and none of those disappear by waiting. Waiting doesn’t make a tattoo easier to remove either: an older tattoo may have faded slightly on its own, but the ink you see is still in the skin. The bigger savings come from choosing a clinic that prices clearly by size, buying sessions in packs, and following aftercare so you don’t need extra sessions.
Can red ink tattoos be removed?
Yes. Red is one of the more responsive colors when the laser has the right wavelength. The physics are simple: each ink color absorbs some colors of light and reflects others. Black absorbs almost everything, which is why it responds to the most common wavelength. Red reflects red light and absorbs green light, so it needs a green wavelength to break it up. Our PiQo4 is a 4-wavelength laser, and the green 532 nm wavelength is the one used for reds, oranges and many pinks. Our dedicated post on red ink tattoo removal goes deeper, and this look at black and red ink with the PiQo4 shows how we approach mixed pieces.
There are three honest caveats with red ink:
- Allergies. Red pigments are the ones most often linked to tattoo ink reactions. If your red tattoo has ever been raised, itchy or bumpy long after it healed, tell us at the consult. A strong ink allergy is one of the situations where we may not be able to treat.
- Light pinks and flesh tones. Some pale pinks, peaches and skin-tone shades contain white pigment. These can sometimes darken when first treated, so we test carefully before treating the whole area. Our white ink removal guide explains why.
- Layered color. A red rose with black outlines and green leaves is really three tattoos in one. Each color is treated with the wavelength that suits it, so different parts may clear at different speeds.
Color tattoo removal near Wesley Chapel: how different inks respond
“Color tattoo removal near me” is another popular search in the area, and the answer depends on the laser. A single-wavelength device can fade black well but leave greens, blues and reds behind. Here’s how common ink colors generally behave with a multi-wavelength laser like ours:
| Ink color | How it generally responds | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Black and dark gray | Most responsive | Absorbs all wavelengths; the usual baseline for session estimates. |
| Red, orange, most pinks | Responds well to a green wavelength | Ask about any past ink reactions. Pale pinks may contain white. |
| Green and teal | Slower; needs a red wavelength | Often among the last colors to clear. |
| Blue | Responds to red-range light | Dark navy behaves more like black. |
| Yellow | Hardest to target | Absorbs little laser light; expect more patience. |
| White, peach, flesh tones | Unpredictable | Can darken first; test spots are wise. |
For individual colors, see our guides to green ink, blue ink and black ink, or the overview in our complete guide to removing colored tattoos.
How many tattoo removal sessions will you need?
Most EradiTatt clients need 8 to 12 sessions for full removal, spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart. That works out to roughly a year to a year and a half from first to last visit. The spacing isn’t arbitrary: the laser shatters ink into tiny particles, and your immune system then spends weeks carrying those particles away. Treating again too soon just re-treats skin that hasn’t finished clearing.
Several factors push the count up or down:
- Ink density and depth: a heavily saturated professional piece takes longer than a light, older one.
- Colors: mostly black clears faster than mixed color with greens and yellows.
- Location: areas with good circulation, closer to the heart, tend to clear faster than ankles and feet.
- Your health and habits: smoking, poor sleep and a lot of sun between sessions can slow progress.
- Your goal: fading for a cover-up usually takes fewer sessions than complete removal. See can you remove a cover-up tattoo if you’re dealing with an old cover-up that didn’t work.
For a full breakdown, read how many laser tattoo removal sessions you’ll need and our Tampa session guide.
What do 3 tattoo removal sessions look like?
Three sessions is a common checkpoint, about 4 to 5 months in. At that point most tattoos are visibly lighter and blurrier, and black outlines are usually breaking up, but most tattoos are not gone. Color may look patchy, because some shades fade faster than others. That’s normal and doesn’t mean the treatment isn’t working. If you’re fading for a cover-up, 3 sessions is sometimes enough to let your artist work; for full removal, it’s roughly the first third of the journey. If you’ve had several sessions elsewhere and see little change, our article on why laser tattoo removal sometimes isn’t working covers the usual causes.
Is laser tattoo removal dangerous?
When it’s done by a trained provider with a proper laser and you follow aftercare, laser tattoo removal is a well-established, low-risk treatment. The common, expected effects are short-lived: redness, swelling, a frosted white look on the skin right after treatment, and sometimes small blisters or itching during healing. Scarring and lasting changes in skin color are possible, but they’re usually linked to picking blisters, sun exposure on healing skin, or overly aggressive treatment. Our laser tattoo removal risks guide and article on scars go into detail.
There are also times when we won’t treat, because safety comes first:
- During pregnancy.
- If you’ve taken Accutane in the past 6 months.
- If you take anticoagulants (blood thinners).
- If you have an autoimmune condition.
- If the area has a recent tan.
- If you have a strong ink allergy.
We’ll go through your health history at the free consultation. If something on this list applies to you, it may simply mean waiting, not giving up.
Can laser tattoo removal make you sick?
It’s a fair question, since your body is clearing ink particles after each session. Laser tattoo removal isn’t known to make people sick in a general sense; the effects are local to the treated skin. Your body does do some work clearing the ink, which is one reason we recommend no exercise for 24 hours afterward, along with rest and plenty of water. If you ever notice spreading redness, warmth, pus or fever after a session, contact us and your doctor, since those can be signs of infection. Our guide to signs of infection after tattoo removal explains what to look for.
Does tattoo removal hurt?
Most people describe it as a quick snapping or hot-rubber-band feeling. The good news is that it’s brief: a typical session lasts 5 to 15 minutes, and we use the Zimmer Cryo 6, which blows very cold air on the skin before, during and after each pass to take the edge off. Bony areas like ankles, ribs and the top of the foot tend to feel sharper than the outer arm or thigh. For tips on staying comfortable, see ways to manage pain during laser tattoo removal.
Life in Wesley Chapel and your removal plan
Wesley Chapel isn’t a beach town, but it’s still a sun-heavy, outdoor place, and that matters for removal. A few local realities worth planning around:
Lagoons, pools and outdoor weekends
The crystal lagoons at Epperson and Mirada, community pools in nearly every subdivision, youth sports at the Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus, and weekends at Hillsborough River State Park or the Withlacoochee State Trail all mean a lot of time in the sun and water. After each session, keep the treated area covered for 2 to 3 days and out of the water until it’s healed. Our guides on swimming after tattoo removal and sun after tattoo removal are written for exactly this Florida lifestyle.
Avoid tanning before each session
You need to avoid sun and tanning on the area for 4 or more weeks before treatment. A recent tan is one of the reasons we may have to reschedule, because tanned skin is more likely to react. In practice, that means sunscreen and sleeves or shorts that cover the tattoo during outdoor weekends. It’s also why many clients like to start in the cooler months, a point covered in the best time of year to get a tattoo removed in Tampa.
Hospitals, schools and professional dress codes
Wesley Chapel’s biggest employers include its two hospitals, AdventHealth Wesley Chapel and BayCare Hospital Wesley Chapel, along with Pasco County schools and the many offices and stores around the Shops at Wiregrass and Tampa Premium Outlets. Lots of residents also commute to Westshore, downtown Tampa and the USF area. Healthcare and education jobs often have visible-tattoo policies, and fading a forearm or hand tattoo can make scrubs and short sleeves easier. Because each appointment is only 5 to 15 minutes, many commuters book a session on their way to or from work in Westshore.
Military families
Wesley Chapel and New Tampa are home to many active-duty, reserve and veteran families, some connected to MacDill Air Force Base in South Tampa. Our 15% military and veteran discount applies to every size tier.
Our Tampa clinic: the closest EradiTatt location to Wesley Chapel
Our Tampa clinic is inside Infinity Medical Institute in the Westshore business district, close to International Plaza and Tampa International Airport. It serves Tampa, South Tampa, Westshore, Brandon, Riverview, Valrico, Temple Terrace, Lutz, Wesley Chapel and Plant City. You’ll find more on our Tampa tattoo removal page.
- Address: 1715 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 100, Tampa, FL 33607 (inside Infinity Medical Institute)
- Phone: (813) 235-4111 · Main line: 844-237-2731
- Hours: Monday to Friday 10 AM to 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM
- Nearby landmarks: International Plaza, Tampa International Airport, the Westshore business district
Getting there from Wesley Chapel
Drive times below are approximate and assume normal traffic. Weekday rush hour on I-275 can add 15 to 30 minutes, so a Saturday morning slot or a mid-day weekday appointment is often the easiest.
| Starting from | Suggested route | Approx. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Wiregrass, Shops at Wiregrass, SR 56 | I-75 South to I-275 South, exit toward Westshore | About 35 to 40 min |
| Seven Oaks, Meadow Pointe, Bruce B. Downs | Bruce B. Downs or SR 56 to I-275 South | About 35 to 45 min |
| Epperson, Mirada, Watergrass (east) | SR 54 or Overpass Rd to I-75 South, then I-275 South | About 40 to 50 min |
| West Wesley Chapel / Land O’ Lakes edge | SR 54 west to the Suncoast Parkway, then the Veterans Expressway south (tolls) toward the airport | About 35 to 45 min |
Neighbors in Lutz and Temple Terrace use the same clinic; see our Temple Terrace tattoo removal page. If you work closer to the west side of Pasco or Pinellas, our Palm Harbor clinic on Tampa Road is another option, and residents east toward Zephyrhills sometimes compare it with the route our Plant City clients take. For neighbors south of the river, our Brandon tattoo removal guide covers that side of the bay.
What to expect at your first visit
- Free consultation: we look at the tattoo, confirm its size tier and price, review your health history and the contraindications above, and give you a realistic session plan. You can start with a photo quote from home.
- Treatment: the skin is cooled with the Zimmer Cryo 6, and the PiQo4 is set to the wavelengths your ink colors need. The laser part takes about 5 to 15 minutes.
- Right after: the area may look white or frosted and feel warm and tight. We dress it before you leave.
- Aftercare: keep it covered for 2 to 3 days, skip exercise for 24 hours, and keep it out of the sun. Our aftercare instructions walk you through each day, and what not to do after tattoo removal lists the common mistakes.
- Next session: about 6 to 8 weeks later, once your skin has healed and your body has had time to clear ink.
Our page on the laser tattoo removal process covers each step in more depth, and you can see real client outcomes on our results and reviews page.
Do creams or at-home methods work instead?
Removal creams, salt scrubs and DIY devices sold online are tempting when the nearest clinic is a drive away, but they don’t reach ink the way a laser does. Tattoo ink sits in the dermis, below the surface layer creams can affect, and aggressive DIY methods risk burns and scarring that make later laser treatment harder. Our article on whether tattoo removal creams work explains the evidence. A professional laser plan, spaced properly, is the safer route and usually the cheaper one in the long run.
Frequently asked questions about tattoo removal in Wesley Chapel
Where is the closest tattoo removal clinic to Wesley Chapel?
The closest EradiTatt clinic is our Tampa location at 1715 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 100, about 35 to 45 minutes away via I-275 South in normal traffic. Call (813) 235-4111 to book.
How much does it cost to remove a red ink tattoo?
The same as any other color of the same size. Our prices go by size only: $100 (XX-Small) to $600 (X-Large) per session, with 20% off in 4-session packs. Most small red tattoos are $100 to $175 a session.
Can you remove a color tattoo completely?
Many color tattoos can be removed completely or faded to the point they’re hard to see. Black and red usually respond best; green and especially yellow are slower. We’ll tell you honestly at the consult what to expect for your colors.
How many sessions does tattoo removal take?
Most clients need 8 to 12 sessions spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart. Fading for a cover-up usually takes fewer.
How much does it cost to fully remove a tattoo?
Using our 4-pack pricing, full removal of a small tattoo (dollar-bill size) typically runs about $1,440 for 8 sessions to $2,160 for 12. Larger and smaller tattoos scale with the size tiers in the table above.
Is laser tattoo removal dangerous?
Performed by a trained provider with proper aftercare, it’s a low-risk treatment. Expect temporary redness, swelling and sometimes blisters. We don’t treat during pregnancy, within 6 months of Accutane, on blood thinners, with autoimmune conditions, on a recent tan or with a strong ink allergy.
Can I go to the lagoon or pool after a session?
Not right away. Keep the area covered for 2 to 3 days and out of pools, lagoons and lakes until the skin has fully healed, then protect it from the sun.
Do you offer discounts?
Yes: 20% off with a 4-session pack, 15% off for military and veterans, and a $50 credit when a friend you refer books. The consultation is free.
Is tattoo removal covered by insurance?
Generally, no; insurance doesn’t usually cover tattoo removal. Packs, the military discount and referral credits are the best ways to lower the cost.
Have another question? Our tattoo removal FAQ covers more, and is laser tattoo removal worth it helps if you’re still deciding.
Book your free consultation
Whether it’s a faded red rose from your twenties, a name you’ve outgrown or a color piece you want lightened for a new design, the first step is a free conversation. We’ll confirm your size tier and price, look at your colors, and give you a realistic session plan that fits around your schedule and the Florida sun. Book a free consultation online, call our Tampa clinic at (813) 235-4111, send a photo through our photo quote form, or contact our team.