I'm honestly still processing what happened to me here. Let's just say Aimee Aplin seemed far more interested in my body than actually doing her job. She looked up my dress while I was lying on the table. I had my legs crossed, hands in my lap, and everything. Oh, and the way she kept checking out my chest? Subtlety is clearly not her strong suit. As for the actual treatment, I got home and realized the lasers barely touched the shaded part of my tattoo (on my neck). I guess attention to detail is optional? She's a nurse, so you'd assume she knows what she's doing. But after she hit a nerve and I let her know I was in pain, stopping didn't seem to be a priority for her. When she pulled the needle out, my shoulder twitched in pain, and then she kept tapping the same area half a dozen more times, making my shoulder twitch over and over, as if she was checking to see if I'd do it again. On both of my visits, she "missed" the same spot with the lidocaine, and when I was obviously in pain, she just kept going, even though on the first session, she said she would stop and put in more lidocaine if that happened. She didn't bother to make that same offer the second time. I also had to ask her to put tape over the plastic wrap, which she didn't do the first time either. She basically said, oh, it's going to fall down and it's up to you to figure it out. Aimee, if you're unhappy, maybe try a spa day instead of taking it out on your patients, especially the ones paying your bills. Trans people, I can't say this enough: save your money. Honestly, women in general might want to think twice, since she went out of her way to share her insecurities about getting older. She acted out of jealousy toward me being young, so I'd bet I'm not the only one who got that special treatment. read more

Highly recommend this spot, and Kathleen in particular! Throughout the entire process on multiple visits Kathleen was so gentle, communicative, and thorough. You really feel like you're in good hands, which is important with a service like this! The office is very clean and chic. Overall, the care and quality of the work really shines through, making this sort of experience (which can feel uncomfortable or painful) that much more tolerable. read more

I had a wonderful experience with Kathleen at UnTattoo Parlor! She is so thorough and the sweetest lady ever. I opted for the lidocaine and the whole process was virtually painless. I highly recommend! Was a great experience. Super happy to be getting rid of my tattoos! :) read more

Go to The Removery instead! This place operates under the guise that they know what they're doing because the humans administering the lasers are nurses rather than laser techs; but they've scared me, my partner and MANY of my clients. When giving feedback they denied that this was possible even though Reddit says otherwise. Wrapping a burn is not correct wound care. One of the times I went they forgot to turn on of the machines on so I didn't get the full treatment although I paid full price. read more

I had my first removal appointment with Andrea today, and she was just fantastic. Made me feel very comfortable and made sure I was completely numb before going in with the laser. It was over before I knew it. She has a great bedside manner, even put on some relaxing music to put me at ease. She was also very clear about aftercare. I feel totally taken care of and in good hands. I would recommend her to anyone. read more

Andrea has been amazing. I just finished my 5th (maybe final) treatment last week on a back piece that was about 11" x 11" in size. This is my second removal - the other from a different place and Untattoo Parlor exceeded my last experience tenfold. I really appreciate they way Andrea help me understand ever part of the procedure both during and around aftercare between sessions. The discomfort was actually quite minimal given what is involved and having the area itch for a few days afterward was really the worst of it. Really can't say enough good things about them. read more

I cannot say enough nice things about The UnTattoo Parlor! The staff genuinely cares about their work - and they do EXCELLENT work! They go above and beyond to make you comfortable and relaxed and understand the process. I'm so glad I chose the pros to remove my tattoo - it is almost gone and I've been able to see the compare and contrast photos at each appointment to see the progress. Andrea, who did most of my treatments, is just a sweetheart! She made every appointment such a pleasure. Everyone is great at TUP and I wanted to give a special shout out to Kathleen. She is so meticulous and brilliant at what she does. I'm so grateful! Thank you, UnTattoo Parlor! read more

Laser tattoo removal is a daunting process - but wow did this place make it easy on me! I strongly suggest the lidocane injections - just a few pokes and you're totally numb. (take it from someone who did NOT numb elsewhere) This process makes it incredibly easy and painless. 6+ hours later when the lidocane wore off, I felt a little sensitivity as the tattoo was on my wrist, but nothing serious. Today (1 day later) I have it wrapped up and it's completely fine. The entire process was pleasant, from the beautiful, warm-cozy waiting room to the comfy massage bed that you lay on while getting treatment. The brick interior walls and exposed beams + pipes are super cool to look at, not to mention the beautiful flourishing plants! This place even smelled amazing! All about the little details that really make for a positive and memorable experience. Andrea was soft spoken, informative, friendly, and thorough. I really appreciated the time that she took explaining every detail to me. I re-booked with her for another session and I actually can't wait to go back! Thank you UnTattoo Parlor! read more

It's hard to find a place to remove the eyeliner tattoo work. I live in LA NOW and flew down to get my eyeliner removed. It was not as painful as i thought, i ended up skipping the shot numbing and got the laser without it. I had No brushing at all this way and it healed pretty quickly. I do need another session but for the most part it did shrink the ink and looks a lot more natural. read more

I have had such a great experience with the untatoo Parlor. I have had 6 sessions with Andrea. I have a large black star on my ankle and have seen huge results after each session. My boyfriend has had 2 tattoos removed from other places and started going to the untatoo Parlor after seeing my results. Many other places drag out the process for more money where the Untatoo Parlor is more aggressive and concerned with getting rid of the tattoo. read more

The UnTattoo Parlor is fantastic. They have been incredibly helpful and responsive. When I went in for my appointment, during a pandemic and with terrible air quality and fires raging around us they were still amazing and professional. They took every precaution necessary and went above and beyond to do the highest quality work. This visit was with Kathleen and she was great, informative and professional. Everyone I've ever worked with has been aces as well. 100% recommend. Thank you again, will be back soon. read more

I'm still waiting for someone to pop out from behind a curtain and tell me this experience was a dream. This was unreal! I've had two tattoos removed in the past and no joke, it's probably the most painful thing you can go through. But if you really want your embarrassing tattoo gone then you suck it up and deal. The Untattoo Parlor is a game changer!! Garrett injects your tattoo with lidocaine prior to the laser and you DON'T FEEL A SINGLE THING. Like not one thing! I was grinning ear to ear the entire time like an idiot because I was in disbelief. I almost wish you couldn't come here unless you'd experienced tattoo removal without subcutaneous numbing at least once. But, alas. This place is legit! Clean, quiet, incredibly fast, and pain free. Not to mention very competitively priced - and you won't be offered lidocaine anywhere else. This place is a dream come true for people like me looking to erase bad decisions from 2005. read more

Garrett and his team have been awesome. Before I started my sessions, I was super scared from all the horror pictures I've seen. They've been so patient with answering questions/concerns and making me comfortable. 3 sessions down and it's already lightened significantly. I've since moved out of state and can't do them as frequently, but I make a priority of seeing them whenever I'm in town! read more

Seriously, they deserve more than 5 stars! I had an amazing experience even before I went in for my first appointment. Jenni is so quick to respond if you have questions. I went in on Saturday for my first appt and both Jenni and Garrett (Dr. Vangelisti) made me feel so welcomed and comfortable. Even as far as putting my favorite pandora station on! I recommend them to anyone looking to get a tattoo removed. To top of an already great experience it was painless! You can't go wrong by choosing The Untattoo Parlor. You will regret going anywhere else! read more

Dr. Vangelisti is fantastic - warm, welcoming, and highly skilled/knowledgable. I had some subpar tattoo removal experiences in the past, and the awesome folks at Untattoo Parlor have completely changed my perspective on the entire process. They truly CARE about their customers and the service they provide. The office is clean, modern, sleek, and comfortable. They offer you beverages and make sure you feel safe and ready before any procedures actually start. They numb the site they will be working on, and you feel virtually NOTHING. Following the treatment, they cover the area with a bandage you can leave on for a full week (and still shower, go about normal activities, etc), so you don't even have to worry about confusing aftercare instructions. This was my second appointment with Untattoo Parlor and it went as wonderfully as the first. I will be back until the tattoos I'm working on are gone, and will definitely be recommending them to anyone who needs the service! read more

I've been in for two laser tattoo removal sessions so far, and my expectations have been exceeded. Dr. Vangelisti and Jenni are super welcoming and the service is effective and affordable. I had an allergic reaction after my first treatment (possibly from red ink or from the glue on the bandaging), and Dr. Vangelisti was able to see me ASAP the following day to make sure that everything was ok. Two weeks after my second treatment, I'm already seeing a dramatic amount of fading. I'm excited to start the process on another tattoo! Also, as other reviewers have noted, the process really is painless. Dr. Vangelisti or one of the technicians will inject lidocaine into the site, so beyond the initial needle stick, you won't feel anything. read more

I honestly liked it there until my last appointment. I saw Frank for the first 4 appointments and he was great. He was kind, caring, and even though tattoo removal is not something that's are all enjoyable, he made it fun. Hannah I would also give a rave review to as well. She is kind, fun and good at making me comfortable. This time however was different. I will never go there, suggest there, or even talk about the place without a scowl on my face. It stinks to because is right by me and unfortunately many people have made a bad tattoo choice and I'll be letting all I know that this just isn't the place. Jillian was who I had my appointment with this time, this was time 5 and the first with someone else. After the usual jabber and normal conversion she met my concerns with as much sensitivity as a rock, and about as much kindness as that popcorn kernel stuck in the very back of your tongue that makes you feel as if you might choke to death. She is there to help and instead ruined my day. Good for her for talking down to me and calling me a liar! I would give it a lower rating because a chain is only as strong as it's weakest link, but the other parts I have seen are amazing. read more

The people here treat you like they have know you forever. I really feel comfortable with everything they do. They really listen to you and Even though the process hurts, they really go out of their way to help you get through it. I highly recommend this company. read more

I had my first session here about a week ago. I've had sessions done in different states (CA, NC and TX) but I loved my experience here. They are by far the most affordable and the most knowledgeable. I got a fairly large (6" x 4") black ink tattoo treated. In NC I went to a med spa and it seems like their laser barely made any difference at all. It also set me back about $350 a session. CA and TX were no different, but they wanted $400. At Untattoo Parlor it was only $200 because they charge by TIME and not SQ INCHES like a lot of other places do. Not only are they super affordable, but they used the correct laser for black ink! They have two machines, one for black ink and the other for other colors (the kind that med spas use for laser facials and things like that) so no wonder I had a bad time at expensive med spas. My session took maybe 10-15 min tops, I elected to not have lidocaine (it's like $50 extra, and I'm used to laser removal pain by now anyway). Afterwards they wrapped me up with clear bandages that fall off on their own after about a week-ish, so that's SUPER convenient as I can look at the progress and not have to clean the area / change dressings and bandages every day. read more

I wanted to update my review to provide a healed photo after a year. I had my ear lobes re-pierced at the "standard" size and I couldn't be happier with the results from the reconstruction. The scar isn't even visible anymore and my lobes look normal! So happy with The UnTattoo Parlor and my results! read more

The UnTattoo Parlor - Before (left) after letting the skin shrink for 3 years and after (right) almost two months post-procedure - Tattoo Removal Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I have had a tattoo on my shoulder that has been a source of embarrassment for many years. After briefly looking online I found UnTattoo Parlor. Since the first visit the experience has been professional and a pleasure. Andrea does such a great job explaining the process and expectations. I am planning to go in for my fifth and hopefully final treatment and I couldn't be happier. read more

Andrea has been nothing short of amazing! Super knowledgeable, friendly, and excellent care! I definitely would recommend anyone to go here. They are reasonably priced, and I've seen great results considering how dark and dense my tattoo is/was. read more

Great experience at The Un Tattoo parlor, where as I had 4 treatments elsewhere with a different laser and little to no results, 1 treatment with Dr. Vangelisti and most of the color is gone, the black lining is faded to a light grey and some spots of my tattoo are actually gone. It was 100% painless as he numbed the area beforehand, in my past experiences with no numbing tattoo removal has been extremely painful. I am looking forward to my next treatment! read more

My experience at the Untattoo Parlor was beyond excellent. I follow their Instagram and saw that they also perform earlobe repair surgery in addition to tattoo removal, and decided to finally have my stretched earlobes closed up. The owner, Dr. Garrett Vangelisti, is a board certified plastic surgeon, so I knew that I was in more than capable hands to have this procedure done that I was really pretty nervous about. I have researched having this done for years and after seeing many before and after pics, I expected to have some significant scarring and that it would be normal. To my surprise, my earlobes already look practically virgin. I had this done just over two months ago. I'm attaching pictures that I snapped immediately before, just 2 weeks post stitch removal, and today 2 months later. Garrett and Jennifer were so nice and explained exactly what to expect immediately after, as well as 6 months post-op when the color of the scar fully fades. (They also followed up with me to check my progress) Their space is immaculately clean and also warm and welcoming. I cannot wait to return to have a difficult to treat (because of the color) tattoo removed. They have the highest quality laser in town (really, look it up) that removes in half the typical number of treatments. I recommend all my clients to them as it's the absolute best in quality, let alone in price. No one else can compare to this place. Did I mention that it was COMPLETELY painless? read more

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If you're looking for a place to go for tattoo removal, go here. Fair prices and pain free! I had such a great experience, I'm actually looking forward to my next session! Never did I think I would be saying that!! Totally worth it! Really happy to have chosen The Untattoo Parlor. read more

It is a pleasure having the removal sessions done in such an elegant space. More importantly, Jillian who is an RN is genuinely friendly and engaging. Coming from another facility that did not administer any form of anesthetic to The UnTattoo Parlor, where they can, turns a dreadful experience into a pleasant one. Top notch! read more

I've had treatment done at other places and The Untattoo Parlor takes the cake. Andrea was very professional, the numbing was effective, and the room was very comfortable and spacious. Thanks Untattoo Parlor! Review Update: My second session was with Garrett and he made my experience very comfortable. He is very professional and did a great job with the numbing process. Garrett is also very easy to talk to and even asked what Pandora station i wanted to listen to. Again, a five star review. Keep it up Untattoo Parlor. read more

After years of hesitation I decided to get my gauged ears repaired and chose Dr. Vangelisti at The Untattoo Parlor, and after my procedure am confident that I made the right decision! I had such a wonderful experience, and am very happy with the results! I am excited to go back for some tattoo removal now! read more

Untattoo Parlor performed four laser treatments on an ugly old tattoo I plan on covering up, and I was happy to see a pretty significant amount of fading treatment to treatment. This is without a doubt the most professional, most expertly branded tattoo removal clinic I've ever seen. They tell it like it is, and their work is second to none. read more

The Untattoo Parlor is a great service and I am more than thrilled with the results. I am on my 7th treatment and my ankle tattoo is barely visible. I like how easy it is to get in and out of the office plus they numb my ankle so there is ZERO pain. I feel like they are always honest with expectations and frequency of treatments I need however I expecting my tattoo to be completely gone within the next couple of treatments. The studio is comfortable and fancy which is a nice perk. I would 100% recommend them to anybody looking for tattoo removal. read more

Lovely space! Hands down the best place to visit if you are looking to have ink removed. Or in my case, trying to remove a permanent make-up nightmare. They definitely know what they are doing. Not to mention that everyone who works there is an actual medical professional. Everyone I have met is very professional and kind. I would definitely recommend them to friends. read more

The UnTattoo Parlor is awesome! They provide excellent service. Painless procedure! Good results. Why keep something permanent on your body that you no longer love, need or want? Lovely and relaxing environment - office is in a beautiful old building in the Pearl. Lots of parking made appointments a breeze. Dr. Vangelisti explains everything first, makes sure you are comfortable prior to starting the procedure and he does an outstanding job. He wants the removal process to be painless and with great results as much as the client. Highly recommended! read more

I don't think you could find a better place to have a tattoo removed if you looked (extensively). I showed up for my consultation not knowing what to expect. I had done my research and reading the reviews left by previous customers, I decided to give this place a shot. I was greeted by Garrett in the waiting room. After he explained the procedure to me. I knew that I had made the right decision having my tattoo(s) removed at this parlor. He and Jenni were AWESOME! They asked if I wanted to have the first stage of my removal because I had driven an hour for the consultation and would save a trip coming back up on a later date. They both gave up what I'm assuming was their lunch break to get me in. They are the definition of professional. I don't think you can find anyone cooler/kinder if you tried. If Yelp had anything higher than 5 stars, they deserve it. I recommend this place to anyone who wants to have their tattoo(s) removed. Even if you are on the fence about having something removed, take the time and schedule a consultation. Go talk to them... I promise that you'll be glad you did! read more

I've been to The UnTattoo Parlor for two different tattoos. The first one was very light and only one color and was gone a few months after only one treatment!! The second one is multiple colors and a lot more ink so I'm still in the process of removing that one. The location is super convenient and their space is so cute!! The equipment they use is very high quality. The nurse that did my treatment, Jill, was so great! She was professional and well informed and I felt so comfortable and confidant in her knowledge and expertise. She offered me numbing treatment and was continuously checking in with me throughout the treatment to make sure I was comfortable and ok. She dressed my treatment site and gave me tons of info on aftercare and tips to reduce swelling and discomfort. Very thorough and caring and I really felt like she took a lot of pride in her work. I love that they have registered nurses providing treatments. Jill is the best, I always re book with her! read more

Great experience! (: All of my questions were answered and Jacqueline the RN was so nice and professional!

I had my 1st appointment last fall & my 2nd appointment last weekend (01/16/16). I very much appreciate the professionalism I was given when inquiring about the procedure & the ease when I scheduled my appointment. Their office is clean. Parking was simple. The honesty, care, and kindness this office gave me made the entire experience very, very pleasant. Don't hesitate to call them if you are interested in this procedure! You will be incredibly happy you chose The Untattoo Parlor. read more

Jen was absolutely amazing to work with! I had three tattoos that I wanted removed and I really had no idea about the process and she was very kind and informative on my first session and was able to squeeze me in during my consultation. She educated me on all my options as far as getting lidocaine or not, and the facility was extremely clean and very chic. I felt very comfortable and safe getting my tattoos removed there and enjoyed my time talking with Jen as she always had a smile on her face when I came to my sessions! Getting tattoos removed is a very unpleasant experience, but the only tattoo parlor definitely makes it as pleasurable as it could be. I wouldn't recommend anywhere else to go. read more

I love tattoos and I'll undoubtedly get more now that I have a firm grasp on the kind of artwork I want on my body and the artists that I trust to tattoo me. Unfortunately I have some regrettable ink from my younger days that I'd like to get covered up. About 3 years ago when living in California I had my first tattoo removal experience. It was expensive ($1200+ for a half sleeve) and extremely painful so I had been putting off any subsequent treatments. I'm thankful to have found The UnTattoo Parlor. The office is modern and clean and Dr. Vangelisti was friendly and laid back. They charge by the hour rather than by the piece and the pricing is VERY reasonable. If you're getting a large piece done and can afford the extra cost, I'd definitely recommend getting lidocaine injections. Once the lidocaine kicks in there is little to no pain. I was able to treat a half-sleeve from the elbow up on my left arm and a large piece on my ribs with time to spare. All in all, an incredible experience. I'd highly recommend The UnTattoo Parlor and will be going there for my tattoo removal needs from now on. read more

The UnTattoo Parlor has been a wonderful experience for me from start to finish. Jen and Andrea were very kinda, patient, and informative with me during my consultation. Once I decided to move forward with tattoo removal, I always looked forward to my appointments with Andrea - she's just the best! My tattoo was a tricky one because it was new and deep, and when it hadn't really moved after a few sessions, they were willing to work with me on pricing because it was clear my tattoo would take upwards of 10 sessions. After a few more sessions without much movement I decided to move forward with surgically removing the tattoo because it was small enough to do so. They offered me a fantastic price, and although Andrea doesn't normally work on weekends, I asked if she could come because she had been such a great support system for me and she agreed to do so. Garrett was a wonderful, warm, kind doctor and performed the procedure quickly and had wonderful bedside manner. I'm very grateful for my experience at the UnTattoo parlor and highly recommend them to anyone who is unhappy with their body art. read more

I had a wonderful experience with Garrett and Jeni. I went to them for lower eyeliner removal. I had my consultation and laser treatment together, which was fantastic. I will probably only need one more treatment but so far I am SO happy. Peace of mind for me was: #1 Meeting Garrett and Jeni (they are lovely. down to earth people); #2 Garrett is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon; #3 Hygienic office, and #4 Pain Free (unlike getting the eyeliner put on). I highly recommend The UnTattoo Parlor. read more