Tataway

Very friendly & knowledgeable staff. Great prices and will not try to up sell you. I’ve been here several times and just finished my third session on four tattoos. I recommend Lia, that is who I see and she does a great job.

I just had my 4^th treatment at the NYC location, and progress is so amazing! The girls are so friendly and professional there, I feel so comfortable! Goodbye 16 year old mistake =]

If you haven’t check this place out for tattoo removals then you need to try this place out its the best and is changing my life for the better… No more bad memories.
Thank you once again and please definitely check this place out!!!

I came to tataway a couple of weeks ago, when i first arrived i loved the interior it looks clean, professional, and had a artsy feel to it, very cool. The receptionist was very nice and friendly,
I was very nervous at first but Lia my technician made me feel very calm and comfortable. Lia clearly knows what she is doing and has a passion for her work. I felt confident i was in good hands.
Thanks Tataway and Lia!

I have bean going to Tataway to remove my left wrist tattoo. I have to say it has red blue and black ink which it makes it so much more difficult to remove but THANK GOD that Tataway has Picosure and Revlite — both lasers together have bean used on me and it’s very effective .I am so happy with the results so far that I had to shout out on Unilocal.The level of professionalism is at it’s highest! oh and by the way ELENA is a treasure ! Thank you, thank you !!!

Update ¼/​2016 — The day after writing my negative review for Tataway, I was immediately contacted by Tataway reps for compensation of my poor experience. It was great seeing how they actually care what customers have to say. I was offered free revlite sessions equivalent to what I paid for with the picosure package. I got the first free session about a month ago and wanted to wait a little bit before updating my review. After a little more than a month of my first revlite session, the tattoo is actually fading significantly in certain areas. Although it is clearly still visible, I am looking forward to the rest of the sessions. I will keep everyone updated after my next session. Thank you for the great service Tataway.

I went to to Tataway to have a couple of very simple black tattoos removed. After 5 sessions, I’ve seen almost no change. Before my last treatment, I went in early to ask about my progress and was told that contrary to what it looked like, my tattoos were in fact fading, and that this time the technician would go over them with the laser twice, and so I’d definitely see substantial improvement. Nope. They look EXACTLY the same. I took my own photos before and after the last treatment (and the two before that) and no one I show them to can tell them apart.
I should also note that I waited months in between treatments as I was told that the longer I waited, the more effective the treatments would be. I also followed all the other instructions I was given, but to no effect.
I’m not in the business of writing negative reviews (I have only ever written one other Unilocal review) but I felt I should report my experience because:
1) The treatments are very expensive. I spent a lot of money for zero results.
and…
2) The treatments are extremely painful. They are not done by a dermatologist or a doctor of any kind, and so no local anesthesia is used.
That’s a lot of time and pain for nothing.
I’m beyond disappointed with Tataway. I’m now going to have to go to a dermatologist to get my tattoos removed properly, which I suppose is what I should have done in the first place.
So that’s my advice — GO TO A DOCTOR TO HAVE YOUR TATTOOS REMOVED.

I’m updating my review to showcase the progress of my tat removal.
I still live in LA and still will only trust tataway in NYC with my laser removal.
Katie, my beloved technician no longer works at Tataway; but Brianna now does and she is just as amazing and has the patience of a saint.
I had an appointment the day I was flying into NY from LA, and of course my flight was delayed causing me to miss my original time slot. Brianna, although already fully booked, allowed me to squeeze in at the end of her day. She had never met me before, so I just thought that was incredibly generous and thoughtful, especially when she could have just as easily said sorry you’ll have to schedule next time you’re in NY again.
Brianna did my 4^th Revlite treatment. Living on the West coast has me a touch tanner than I normally would be, and although the picosure is breaks down the pigment of tats quicker, it works better/​is safer on lighter skin. Regardless, it’s now been a week since my treatment and it looks great.
I am a year & 3 mos deep into this removal process, and as stated before, it always hurts like hell. Looks like hell right after, but you can’t argue with stellar results. I was nervous to have a new tech work on me, but Brianna is just another All star at the Tataway team. They really must go out of their way to hire exceptional technicians. I will upload an updated pic, which speaks for itself. At this point my tattoo is 75−80% gone and most ppl think it’s a bruise until they reallllly look for the lines. I can’t be more please with Brianna and Tataway.

I cannot say enough good things about the staff at Tataway and my overall experience with the company.
Like an idiot, I had my fiancé’s initial tattooed on my wrist after we got engaged. When we broke up, I had it covered in a rush and chose poorly – the tattoo artist I went to botched the job, and I was left with an angry looking wasp-​alien hybrid on my wrist that was about three times the size I had intended and did not resemble the image I asked him to duplicate (a delicate honeybee). Even my very sympathetic friends couldn’t help but burst out laughing when they saw what I had done.
I went to Tataway in tears about two weeks after I had the second tattoo. Marta was my consultant and she was incredibly kind and sweet. She spent a ton of time with me explaining the process, refused to start the process right away because it wouldn’t have been effective, and even held my hand while I cried.
The removal process has been slow and arduous and demoralizing, which is just what you have to expect. Because the tattoo was fresh when I first started the process, it is taking a longer time to fade than would an older tattoo. When my progress slowed, the technicians were great about consulting with the clinical director and doing complimentary test sessions to adjust their method. They also explain everything they do very well, so I feel confident that we have the right plan of action even when I’m frustrated by the length of the process.
I’ve read a few of the negative reviews on Unilocal,which largely have to do with the slow speed of the process. First of all, this is just what you have to expect with this kind of procedure, especially if your tattoos are relatively new (at the one year mark, I’m only about half way done). The staff members at Tataway proceed cautiously so that they don’t risk damaging your skin, which is only a good thing. It just takes time, if done correctly, and the technicians shouldn’t be faulted for this. *If you are frustrated with your stalled progress, don’t despair – ask that your tech consult with the clinical director and request a test.*
The other major complaint is the cost. These lasers run in the hundreds of thousands to purchase, so the expense of the technology has to be passed down to the consumer. This will be true anywhere you go and Tataway, last time I checked, has competitive rates. Look for deals on Groupon, etc. Tataway frequently participates.
As for the complaints about less-​than-​friendly techs, all I can say is that I’ve seen four different technicians during my process (Lia, Brianna, Marta, Katie), and they’ve all gone above and beyond. You can request one of them for your session.

They have the picosure laser which is great if you’re very pale skinned (the wavelength it utilizes can target your natural skin pigment) and have tattoo with colors.
However, the drawbacks of it is, it’s very expensive, and if you have black ink, your just S well better off with the revlite which is more than half the price and it’s safer.
The reason I choose not to get my tattoo removed here is strictly because of pricing, I have a half sleeve black tattoo on my right arm which they quoted me $ 1300 per session for picosure and $ 600 for revlite. Which if your a average middle class person can be quite costly.
(After you’re done paying rent, car payments, student loans and various credit card bills every month you just might not have $ 600 laying around)
I found a couple other reputable tattoo removal places (one in the city and one in staten island) which utilizes the same revlite laser which they quoted me $ 360 per session. Almost half the price. So in that sense they need to be more competitive.
I called back after being told they lowered their prices and found out they lowered it $ 100. So it went from insanely overpriced to just overpriced. $ 360 or $ 500? Unless you have a small tattoo or money isn’t a factor for you by all means tataway is a good place for you.
However if you have a large tattoo and money is a factor, your better off looking around. Other places with same equipment and just as much if not more experience than them. Seems like money is their main motive.

Carmen was a very nice tech but I didn’t feel like the other tech was very comforting. I forget her name as I stopped going to tat away after my initial groupon purchase.
Tech 2 Is how I’ll refer to her. She is very blunt and flat affect kind of person which wouldn’t matter if she were not in a slightly medical job where you’re administering painful treatments to people. She made me feel really uneasy and actually embarrassed I was going to them.
Overall I find the prices pretty on par with the rest of ny. The facility is pretty tight quarters but clean. Level of professionalism is pretty low and the constant push for the more expensive laser treatment gets tedious.
Accordingly to my new tech in a different establishment, my skin was treated improperly but to be fair, only my last 3 treatments were with tataway.

So I got 2 tattoos when I was 19 years old and now that I’m 37 I just wanted them removed. I had been to 3 other tattoo removal places prior to coming to tataway. I have to say the customer service is bar none, and Carmen and the girls are all great. My tattoo has definitely been a challenge considering I had it colored in twice since I’ve had the tattoo. One about a year after I got it. They worked tirelessly to get the SOB off, and we’re making some great lead way. By far they’ve been the best price and their lasers are top of the line. I’ve had 11 sessions altogether, so it’s been a long road, but I’m extremely confident in their ability to get the job done and I know they’ll do the right thing, as far as pricing. I highly recommend Carmen and the girls. You will not be disappointed, in my honest opinion.
Darren

I just had my second treatment done at the New York location. Katie has done both my first and second treatments. I honestly can’t say enough good things about her! She makes the experience so easy and great (as great as lasering can be lol)! Always greeting me with a smile! She and Mike are both very professional and down to earth. I look forward to coming here for my 3^rd treatment in 8 weeks! Thank you to Katie for being awesome and always making me feel comfortable!

I would like to see more photos from actual customers who have managed to have tattoos removed at Tataway. I’m skeptical of most of the photos provided on Unilocal and on their website.
So far I’ve had 2 Pico treatments at Tataway. Their office is clean, pretty and welcoming and everyone I’ve interacted with has been very friendly. That said, after 2 treatments I have seen VERY minimal results. After the first treatment the tattooed area scabbed over, and when the scabs peeled off there was a slight amount of fading.
After the second treatment I had no skin reaction of any kind, leading me to believe that the laser settings were not high enough. No scabbing or bleeding. Slight swelling that dissipated quickly. And now after several weeks of waiting I have seen no visible fading whatsoever from the last visit.
The follow-​up text they send after your appointment is nice… but when I responded to the text with questions after my second treatment, my questions were never answered. Tataway’s prices are very affordable… but I’m not sure if they’re actually competent. I bought a package of 4 Pico treatments, so when they’re used up I will be looking around at other laser removal places.

I just got home from my first appointment but these ladies are great. I have a tattoo that wasn’t bad enough to push me into removal but also not worth fixing or keeping either for years.
Katie was really friendly/​explained everything/​took breaks when you need a minute to catch your breath. My consultation was with Marta though and both were upfront about costs and how long to expect treatment to go on for and weren’t pushy or forcing me to start treatment «now! now! now!» at the consultation.

I have two tattoos that I was trying to get rid of. I did a ton of researches and went to various places for a consult. At first I was pretty skeptical about Tataway because the price was so much lower than the other places I went for a consult at. But in the end I decided to choose Tataway because aside from the price, they offer pico (a type of laser), and also because this place have such great reviews. The price is very reasonable and worth a try with the great reviews.
I called and set up an appointment for a consult., they were very Location was pretty easy to look for so I was early for my appointment. First impression, very nice and artsy feeling. Was immediately greeted by Marta the moment I step thru the door. She gave me some forms to fill out, really quick, just to give her an idea about myself and how long I have the tattoos for. Then we stepped into a room where she took pics of the tattoos and also spoke to me about the options of the type of laser removal that they offer then the prices. The entire time, I felt really comfortable because unlike other places, she didn’t pressure me into getting it done. She gave me a ton of info and I was really impressed and educated by her. So I decided to go forward and getting it done there, that moment. Tataway is great, they offer package deals, which the price is great and in case it isn’t removed after the 6 treatments, you can get touch up sessions at a low rate.
First time I went, Marta did the session, it had great result. Second time I went, I didn’t specify who I want to do my session and said anyone is fine. That was a big no no, I didn’t feel a difference at all after the 2^nd session, felt like a waste of time and money that moment. So I learn my lesson but since I paid for a package, from then on, I made all my appointments with Marta and I have been seeing great results everytime.
It’s also very convenient that I can send a text to book my reservation. I love how every time like a day after the session, I would get a text to follow up on how my recovery is coming along. And when I had questions, I was able to take a pic and send it over with my concern and they would be get back to me about it.
I highly recommend this place to all my family and friends but I would also recommend seeing Marta though. It was pretty interesting because I went shopping after a session once, (well, maybe not once, I went shopping every time) anyway. when I have the gauze covering one of my tattoo, a sales associate was curious and asked if I was ok and I told her that I actually just had a tattoo removal session. Her eyes lit up because she felt that it was fate that we meet because she was having the hardest trouble looking for a place to do her tattoo removal. So I simply told her about my experience and she took down all the info and plans on going to Tataway to get a consult herself. If I ever regret on another tattoo in the future, I would come back.

After speaking to the folks at Tataway, I decided to give it another try. They contacted me quickly, and seemed very interested in my satisfaction.
Unfortunately, the laser barely worked again. The procedures maybe lightened the tattoo a shade (after two Pico treatments), which now just makes it looks like an old, badly done tattoo.
A few things that just aren’t sitting right with me: 1. they originally said it’s the age of the customer, not the tattoo that affects the results. Now they are saying because it’s only a little over a year old, that’s why it isn’t reacting as well. 2. Pico was supposed to be the best of the best, but apparently for certain people, other lasers work better. 3. The estimate was that it should take around 4 treatments, maybe 6 at the very most. Now they are saying it could take at least 10 treatments… that’s $ 4000!!!
Honestly, they are really nice and friendly, but the treatments are not working the way they were explained to me. One of the characters has faded pretty well, but not the others.
Be prepared to have a really f*cked up looking tattoo while the procedures are still taking place. It’s not a good look, you guys.

Katie is amazing!!! First time coming here — not first time having laser and I cannot begin to explain how incredible Tataway is! I have large tattoos that are very colorful that are no longer what I want on my body. It is a little pricey but they have ways to minimize the cost and even though I haven’t seen the results just yet since today is my first session, their guarantees and proof in photographs are remarkable and no other place has offers and guarantees like this. The machine is painful but with ice and the cooling machine I barely felt it. Katie is so sweet and very intelligent and explains everything very clearly and helps to put you at ease during the process. I’ll be going back in two weeks to continue and I can’t wait to see what the new amazing pico laser can do over the course of this next year. They also are on call ²⁴⁄₇ and encourage you to check in and ask questions — a really well run company that has a great personal element to it.

The best!
Not nearly as painful as I thought it would be. Definitely inclined to abuse this system, seeing as their technology allows for the formerly tattooed area to be re-​tattooed.
Have some shit on your skin? GO here!

This place rocks! Advice — Constantly apply Arnica topical cream (you can buy it@ Whole Foods), and 100% Aloe Vera (also@ whole foods). This helps even a tattoo on sensitive areas heal without blistering!
The laser doesn’t hurt, well not as bad as when you got your tattoo let’s be honest, it just feels like you’re flicking a rubber band on your skin. The entire session is over in fifteen minutes, & Marta is wonderful. Located inside a beautiful building, the place is to the right when you get out of the elevator, down on the right. Amazing.