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Elm Street, Somerville · The Heart of Davis Square

Tattoo removal, right off the Red Line.

Clarity Tattoo Removal's Somerville studio sits on Elm Street, a short walk from Davis Square. We run the PicoWay picosecond laser for complete removal, cover up fading, and PMU or eyebrow correction, for neighbors from Teele Square to Union Square and beyond.

0.4 MI
From Davis Square T stop
2024
Somerville studio opened
3
PicoWay wavelengths
I–VI
Fitzpatrick skin types treated

Services

State of the Art Pigment Removal

Every treatment plan starts with your goal: a clean slate, a lighter canvas for new work, or corrected cosmetic pigment.

Line 01 · Removal

Complete tattoo removal

Picosecond pulses fragment ink so your body clears it naturally over a series of visits. Works on black ink and most colors.

8–12 sessionsEvery 6–8 wks
Learn about tattoo removal →
Line 02 · Fading

Fade for a cover up

Lower ink density by roughly 40 to 70 percent to open up better cover up options with your artist.

3–6 sessionsEvery 6–8 wks
Learn about fading for cover ups →
Line 03 · PMU

PMU & eyebrow correction

Gentle, precise passes built for cosmetic tattoos, tailored to pigment, spot size, and skin.

Varies by caseConsult required
Learn about PMU correction →

Also treating: scalp micropigmentation removal & fading and RFF phalloplasty tattoo removal support, both available at the Somerville studio.

How it works

Your route to clear skin

PicoWay delivers energy in trillionths of a second, creating a photoacoustic effect that shatters ink into particles instead of burning through heat. Read more about PicoWay technology on our main site.

Stop 01

Consult

Free assessment of your ink, skin, and goal at the Somerville studio.

Stop 02

First Session

Brief treatment, multiple wavelengths matched to your ink's pigments.

Stop 03

Healing Window

6 to 8 weeks between visits so your body clears fragmented ink.

Stop 04

Repeat Sessions

Each visit lightens ink further, tracked against your plan.

Stop 05

Clarity

Full removal, or fading cleared enough for your next cover up.

Somerville & beyond

Serving every corner of Somerville

Davis Square and the Elm Street corridor

Our studio sits on Elm Street, an easy five minute walk from the Davis Square Red Line stop. Clients coming from Davis Square, Powder House Square, and the streets around Tufts University are typically in and out of a session on a lunch break or between classes.

Teele Square, Ball Square, and Winter Hill

Somerville is a city of squares, and we see regulars from all of them. Teele Square and Ball Square are both under a mile from the studio, and Winter Hill and Magoun Square clients often combine a visit with errands along Broadway or Highland Ave.

Union Square, Porter Square, and the Cambridge line

Union Square is a short drive or bus ride away, and Porter Square sits right on the Somerville and Cambridge border, close enough that many of our Cambridge clients consider Davis Square their neighborhood studio. We also treat clients from Medford, just across Winter Hill to the north. Compare tattoo removal packages and pricing, or see if you qualify for Path to Clarity, our free removal program.

Neighborhoods we serve

Davis Square Teele Square Ball Square Union Square Winter Hill Magoun Square Spring Hill Powder House Tufts University Porter Square East Somerville Cambridge, MA Medford, MA Arlington, MA
Results

Real Somerville clients, real fade

A look at what full removal, cover up fading, and PMU correction can look like across a treatment plan.
See the full before and after gallery →

Before and after complete laser tattoo removal of a finger tattoo, Somerville client
Complete removal

Finger tattoo, fully cleared

Small scale ink responds well to picosecond treatment, often clearing fully over a full session series.

Before and after fading of a large tattoo for a cover up, Somerville client
Fade for cover up

Large piece, partial fade

Strategic fading lowers ink density on a larger piece, opening up real cover up options with a new artist.

Before and after removal of eyebrow permanent makeup, Somerville client
PMU correction

Eyebrow PMU, corrected

Gentle, targeted passes lift cosmetic pigment without disturbing the surrounding brow area.

Individual results vary by ink, skin, and treatment plan. Photos shown with client consent.

What clients say

Somerville trusts the studio on Elm Street

I had a wonderful experience with Clarity Laser Tattoo Removal in Somerville for my micro blading eyebrow removal. From the very first consultation, Ross was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring.

Google review, Somerville client

Clarity hits the right balance — not clinical, not spa-like, just cool and comfortable. Ross is friendly and clearly knows what he's doing.

Google review, Somerville client

I can’t say enough good things about Clarity Tattoo Removal. Ross is truly amazing. He is incredibly knowledgeable, informative, and genuinely kind.

Client feedback, Somerville
Visit the studio

Find us on Elm Street

Somerville Studio

259 Elm Street, Suite LL1

Somerville, MA 02144

Tuesday – Saturday, by appointment

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    Red Line to Davis SquareExit College Ave, turn left. Cross Highland Ave and turn left onto Elm. We are 259.
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    ParkingOn-street parking along Elm Street plus nearby public lots close to Davis Square.
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    By bikeElm Street connects directly to the Somerville Community Path for a car free ride in.
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Coming from MetroWest or Worcester? We also run a studio in Framingham on Route 9. Contact us to book whichever location fits your route.

Next stop, clarity.

Book a free consultation on Elm Street, or request a virtual quote in a few minutes.

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FAQ

Common questions

Is Clarity Tattoo Removal close to Davis Square?

Yes. Our Somerville studio is on Elm Street, about a five minute walk from the Davis Square Red Line stop.

How many sessions does laser tattoo removal take?

Most clients aiming for complete removal need 8 to 12 sessions spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart. Fading for a cover up is usually faster, often 3 to 6 sessions.

Do you treat clients from Cambridge and Medford?

Yes. Our Somerville studio regularly treats clients from Cambridge, Medford, Boston, and the rest of Greater Boston, in addition to Somerville neighborhoods like Teele Square and Ball Square.

Is there parking near the Somerville studio?

There is on-street parking near Elm Street and nearby public parking lots close to Davis Square, in addition to easy access from the Red Line.

Do you remove permanent makeup or eyebrow tattoos in Somerville?

Yes. We treat permanent makeup and eyebrow tattoos at the Somerville studio with gentle, precise settings tailored to cosmetic pigment.

How much does tattoo removal cost in Somerville?

Cost depends on the size of the tattoo and your goal. Request a virtual quote or book a free consult at the Somerville studio for an exact estimate.