If you are thinking about tattoo removal, Evolve is the place you want to go. Seriously. I am pretty critical about businesses that have to do with making clients feel comfortable when in a vulnerable state and I am so impressed by my first interaction with Evolve. Look, I`m in my 40s now and have some wisdom, but in my 20s, I was getting tattooed without really thinking about the artists skill or if I really, truly wanted the tattoo. Now that I`m older, I`m in phase two of my tattoo journey, which includes both covering up some pieces and now, removing some pieces either as a full removal(or as close to it) or lightening. Thus my journey with Evolve has begun. I had my consultation and first session with Mary today. I had no idea I was going to go through with a session on the spot, but after talking with Mary and feeling really comfortable and pleased with the information I received, the professionalism, and Mary's good nature and attitude, I went ahead and dove in head first. I went to talk about 3 different areas I wanted to work on and ended up staying to work on the bigger piece on my back. Go big or go home. Really, though, I should have started with a smaller piece because I`m not going to lie, laser tattoo removal is painful. Yes, your mileage may vary and it will depend on the size and area of the tattoo, but truthfully, it is no walk in the park. Mary was incredibly kind and sensitive to the pain involved with this process. They have numbing cream if you need it and with the laser, you get a nice arctic blast of air over the area. I have a lot of tattoos all over, and this was spicier than I thought. The care that Evolve places on their process and the passion they perform their work with is unmatched and you will be in the best hands during your sessions. Need to take a lot of breaks? Totally fine. Communicate and you will be met with kindness and understanding because this is not a comfortable process. I will provide an update as I go along my journey. I want to schedule my next session, for my smaller pieces, and get those going as well. Appointments are easy to schedule, you get text and email reminders, and the part that everyone wants to know about: Pricing. VERY reasonable. I did one consultation at another place a couple of years ago and said forget it because of the insane(in my opinion) cost per session for a very small piece. You won't know how many sessions you will need, of course, but they sometimes have specials or package deal that will take a bit extra off of already doable pricing. The only minor note I have is that parking can be tricky. This is not Evolve's fault. It is the nature of the area. So, may the force be with you. Get there early and you might have to do a little walking. read more

I came in a week ago to see Mary for my first permanent makeup tattoo removal session (nano/combo brows). I originally had my brows done in Fall 2023 with a touch-up done in Fall 2024, and while I really liked them at first, I felt like the ink was progressively turning grey which gave me a noticeably harsher look over time, especially on days that I'm not wearing makeup (which is most of the time anyways since I work from home). I contemplated getting laser removal for the first half of this year and finally decided to pull the trigger. My biggest regret is not getting this done sooner! Mary and I had a quick consultation before the session and their online NP gave me clearance to do the procedure on the same day. Honestly, the laser was a lot less painful than I initially thought. Mary is also so friendly and walked me through every step. We did a test patch on the tail of my brows first, and decided I wanted to laser my entire eyebrow since it looked really good for a first session. I was advised to wait until the 6 week mark to see if I'd need another session since my first session lightened my brows significantly. After a few days, I was left with a slight red-brown hue to my brows, but it's really easy to cover up with foundation at this point. Overall, I'd highly recommend coming to Evolve if you're looking to remove your microblading/powder brows. Skip the saline removal and start with laser! read more

I don't understand why reviews I've read said that they contacted via the website and someone got back to them in the same day, yet I've sent two emails in the past two weeks and no one has gotten back to me. I've also done the live chat and it said someone will get back to me shortly, but they never did. Guess it's my sign to go elsewhere. read more

I've been receiving a small tattoo removal from Evolve for the past couple months, and the care is AMAZING. The nurses here are kind and knowledgeable, I had a previous scarring from a place in Texas which shut down so I was obviously hesitant but they were able to treat the remaining removal slowly and carefully, still in process as of now but will update later on. Overall I cannot recommend this place enough! read more

I have a ton of respect for Mary, Jordan, and the entire staff at Evolve Tattoo Removal. Every time I visit, I get treated with professionalism I don't often see anymore. I also feel like Evolve Tattoo Removal is a shining example of how to ethically run a business. read more

Jordan and Mary are awesome. I've been on the road of completely removing my tattoo and these two have always been so great. While the tattoo removal is painful, it's fast and Jordan and Mary always make sure you are comfortable during your session. It's a long and slow process, but it sure works read more

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I came to Evolve to do a laser removal session for my microbladed eyebrows and I am SO pleased with my experience and results. My eyebrows were done 4 (almost 5 years) ago in the Philippines. They were nice for a bit but over time, I realized I wanted a softer look on my face and the ink had also blown out. I never touched them up after my initial appointment because I was okay with them fading. By the time of my appointment, they had faded a considerable amount but were gray. Making a consultation is so easy! I did it online and filled out paperwork immediately after. Once it was the day of my appointment, I had a family member drop me off since parking can be tricky depending on the time/day. Evolve is a very pleasant and clean place with a kind staff. Jordan, who worked on my removal, is truly the best -- friendly, informative, professional and so much more. She talked me through the procedure and showed me all the different possible outcomes based on previous clients. I appreciate how transparent she was and how easy she is to talk to. I had my consultation then was able to start my session immediately after! I did a test on one small part of my brow to see how they would react. (If you stop here and decide you want to wait, it will be around $80 to account for the machine usage/time/etc. I believe it goes towards your actual session should you decide to proceed at a later time--kind of like a deposit.). My eyebrow handled it fairly well (it didn't turn yellow or orange) so I proceeded with the whole treatment for both eyebrows. The numbing cream and chiller are wonderful. I highly recommend using them for a comfortable experience even if you think you can tolerate the pain. I paid $200 before tip and I genuinely believe it was worth every single penny! It's only been a couple hours at this point. Personally when I look up close, I can still see subtle pigment that lightened to a light brown (which is totally normal, i did only do one session after all and my body is still going to need time to heal) but seriously-- seeing all the gray gone is comforting. I don't think anyone else notices the subtle pigment I mentioned. It feels nice to see my face without the microbladed eyebrows look! I'm going to wait to see how they look after a month or two of letting them fade and letting my eyebrow hairs grow out before I decide whether I truly need a second session. I can't stress enough how much I recommend this place! I felt safe the whole time and I am happy with my results. read more

Jordan took great care in explaining what I should expect in my microblading removal. This was my first session, and I'm already seeing great results! I heard good things about Evolve, and I'm very happy that I selected this location to go about my permanent makeup removal! read more

Wear to start. From the very beginning they made the scheduling so easy. Answered all the questions I had. Even the ones I thought were silly they answered with care and compassion. The procedure was fairly painful but they never hesitated to give me breaks as needed and I never once felt uncomfortable or made to feel bad about being a baby. Thank you for the top notch care and service. read more

I come here once a week for B12 shots, and every time I notice a real boost in my energy levels, mood, and mental clarity. By the next morning, I wake up feeling incredibly refreshed. Jordan and Mary are outstanding, and extremely professional! Their kindness, expertise, and warm personalities make every visit a truly pleasant experience. I highly recommend this place to anyone considering a B12 or immunity shot to enhance their daily well-being. read more

Eyebrow Tattoo Removal! So glad I found this place to remove my powder ombre brows. Both Mary and Jordan are professional, knowledgeable, thorough and kind. I've had 2 sessions here and I couldn't be happier with my results. I was on the fence about getting my eyebrow tattoos removed, but I am so glad I did it and have zero regrets. I feel like my old self again. Highly recommend!! read more

Mary and evolved tattoo in general, our masters at their craft so detail oriented and really invested in giving you the best results. I've been to other tattoo removal med spas in LA and San Diego that are so over priced and don't really get results. I would never go anywhere else after this. Don't think about just see them if you need removal read more

I went to Laser away two years ago and only did one session I said forget it! So painful! Well here we are 2 years later.. I came across Evolve & saw the great reviews. So glad I gave it another chance & booked an appointment ....Mary was wonderful!!She made me feel very comfortable. The process was quick. I highly recommend applying a numbing cream prior to the appointment it helps tremendously. Will be back for more sessions. read more

First of all let me start with this studio is clean and the overall experience here is phenomenal! Jordan is the nurse/laser tech I'm working with and she provides such a high quality level of care with all of my appointments. She's punctual, and is very insightful with how the process works. The space they have created feels comforting and again CLEAN!! I love the studio and can't wait to continue to move forward with the removal process. read more

I am so happy I decided to give this place a try. Previously I had a consult with laser away and I left feeling so defeated. I found this place on Tic Tok and I couldn't be more grateful. Within 10 minutes, I felt so informed about how this whole process works, what to expect and compared to my prior consult, I didn't feel pressured to do anything at all. I think the person I worked with was jordan. She is very honest, kind and extremely comforting. I know I will be in good hands for this whole process and I really appreciate that either way, it'll be a female who lasers me. I will say though, there's not way to sugar coat it, laser tattoo removal hurts! However, they do offer numbing options and after not doing it for my first treatment, I will certainly be opting for that for future appointments. It's only been one treatment but I am already starting to see good progress! Lastly, cost. Removing my tattoo will end up being significantly more expensive than getting it in the first place but the price point for my treatment is very fair in my opinion. The tattoo I am removing is about a 1.5" x 1.5" square and my sessions will run me $100 each time. Be mindful that this might not be the same cost for yours because I imagine it depends a lot on size. 4 stars because parking around this location is a bit of nightmare and because I filled out the online consult request form and never heard back. I ended up calling and scheduling my consult that way. The service in the office and experience though itself is 5 stars. read more

Mary was the one who assisted me in my eyebrow tattoo removal and was extremely kind and welcoming. It was my first time getting laser tattoo removal and honestly, I was pretty nervous. She has a very calming voice and her overall vibe just made me feel really comfortable. Not going to lie, I have a high pain tolerance but goddamn it stung!! Worth the pain tho! Will definitely be coming back for another session & any other tattoo removals I need in the future! read more

Jordan is the most compassionate, kind, thorough and knowledgeable. Tatoo Removal artist I've ever worked with. I've gone to a couple of other places, and I cannot recommend or give more high accreditation to evolve Tatoo Removal. If you're looking for the best in San Diego, I highly recommend you come here. read more

I was originally going to go to laser away but they did not make me feel welcome and were kind of condescending about everything !!! So I did some research and found this gem ! The ambience , set up and as well as the workers there make you feel welcome. I recently just went in for my first session and it wasn't as bad as every makes it out to me . Yes it did hurt here n there but it was bearable . I had Mary do to the procedure as well as my consultation and she was so helpful and patient with all my questions and breaks. The cooling air and numbing cream definitely helped. read more

Hi, my name is Michely I'm just here to complain about Evolve Tattoo removal treatment!!! I already did 6 section in my wrist and 9 times in my ankle but both tattoo still here in my body! At the website they show after 5 times complete done but this is not true! Think about it before choose a place to remove your tattoo! read more

Had microneedling done with Mary. It was a great experience. Office was clean and comfortable. Mary is the best! Looking forward to my next appointment. read more

I've had 6+ sessions here worth Mary and she makes it as painless and quick as possible. Scheduling and checking out are simple and expeditious. The whole space is always very clean. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to get a tattoo removed. read more

Just started the removal process here and it was so quick and easy! Im getting two small tattoos removed and they offered me a cheaper quote then all the places i was looking into. The whole thing took about 20 minutes to get done and that's only because i had to sign paperwork and go through the intake process. Staff was friendly and informative the place is very clean and i was very happy with the whole experience. If your looking to get tattoos removed this is your place. read more

Really great professional and knowledgeable service ! Definitely recommend them , they also have great prices

The absolute best!!! I have been coming here since last year for tattoo removal and the process has always been top notch. From booking to the procedure everything has been amazing. I had great results the price is reasonable and the facility is so clean. Even after covid it I haven't seen a more procedure based by the book company anywhere. If I could give 10 stars I would. They have down a great job. Here's 5 sessions later on my ring tattoo read more

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Great place to get tattoos removed. I like that they take a before and after picture so you can see your progress. Staff is friendly and always on time and efficient. It's also great that they give you numbing cream to put on before the appointment to help with pain. read more

Reluctantly scheduled a tattoo removal after speaking with friends, but my intention is to do a cover-up down the line. I must say the staff was beyond professional and helpful. Mary talked me through the process and then provided details as the procedure progressed. Her comments really helped manage my expectations and helped mitigate my discomfort. I would highly recommend Evolve. read more

Evolve Tattoo Removal - Front door. Located on the corner, with the Evovle offices in the back of Guru tattoo. - Tattoo Removal Near Me - San Diego, California

I've been coming over the past two years to remove three tattoos, on my wrist, inner arm and inside of my foot (ouch!). I've seen slow and steady progress over my sessions, so you've got to be patient, these results (for the most part) are not overnight, it takes time and a few sessions. I'm on my 8th session and my wrist tattoo is almost completely gone so I've decided to no longer treat that area, and other tattoos have faded quite a bit over time, but still require treatment. The amount of sessions you need is also dependent on what your goals are. Pricing is reasonable. Scheduling is also easy as well. Jordan is the best! It's definitely not painless, but the pain is bearable. read more

Extremely satisfied with my results! Jordan made this experience super quick and easy! Great staff and great knowledge on any of my concerns! Highly recommend Evolve Tattoo removal! :) read more

I want to give a major shout out to the folks at Evolve Tattoo removal! I had two awful tattoo's from the early 90's that needed to be erased from the bad decisions in life... From the consultation to the final outcome, they were total pro's! I had a total of 8 sessions removing about 95% of my terrible 90's tattoo's to start my amazing new sleeve tattooed by Aaron Della Vedova! Anyone looking to just remove a tattoo or preparing for a cover up, I highly recommend Evolve! Cheers, Matt read more

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Super clean and friendly, I've seen great progress so far. Will leave a before and after when I'm done with my sessions.

Mary was awesome! I got two areas treated with laser to remove my tattoo. Mary made me feel so comfortable that it barely hurt. It was quick and tolerable. Thank you again Mary! I'll see you soon. read more

I thought I scheduled an app with these guys and I never actually did. When I showed up I thought I was coming to an appointment I never scheduled. They looked me up, and as a new patient with new patient forms they got me in as if I had an appointment anyway... not sure if this could always happen in every scenario but I was beyond impressed haha. They were extremely kind and professional as well but this was just like magical. Recommend and will be back for my next session :-) read more

Mary has been patient and explained to me in detail before getting into the procedure. She went with my pace and pain tolerance. I highly recommend this place very professional. No doubt I will finish my treatment here she is very understanding. Aside from the nurse's professionalism this method highly works I have had 1 session and I'm amazed by my fading which is very light but can definitely see improvement. I have also been seen by Jordan and she took care of me right away even when I didn't have an appointment, Thank you. read more

So far so good. I've only had one visit and you can already see a crazy difference! The staff was/is incredibly nice and helpful. The equipment looks new and their offices are very clean- you feel like you're at the right place for a service like this. I have 4 more sessions to go and I am excited to see the results. read more

Words cannot explain how happy I am to have found Evolve!! I just finished my third session, and have been so happy with the results so far. Mary has been incredibly kind and helpful since day one! During my first visit she was very informative, explaining the entire process and answering any questions I had. She makes me feel like her priority is to make me feel comfortable during our sessions which I appreciate a lot. Every one is different during their tattoo removal process, but I have noticed a significant difference in mine already. It's amazing. I will forever be recommending people to Evolve. read more

My first session was great. The Nurse and staff in general was very nice and professional. I've had removal done before and this was by far the best treatment. I don't look forward to the pain but I do look forward to the next session. Take a look at the pictures I attached this place is as clean an professional as a hospital. read more

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This place is so clean and professional. All of my appointments so far have been easy, and as painless as one can except from lasers being blasted at your skin. The staff is friendly, including the tattoo artists who share the same building. I highly recommend Evolve. read more

It has been about a year since my last treatment and my tattoo is basically gone. Just some slight shadowing that I could get rid of with one more treatment, but for medical reasons I can't right now. Still highly recommend!!! People are always shocked when I show them that there used to be an ugly tattoo on my ankle read more

Evolve Tattoo Removal - Bottom left is before treatment. Bottom middle is 1 day after. Bottom right is 3 days after. Top photo is 10 weeks after. - Tattoo Removal Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is the best Tattoo Removal service in the business! I have a chest and back tattoo being removed and the results have been incredible. Results vary per tattoo but I can assure you the results you get from Evolve are the best and they will provide you with the best customer care on top of service and quality. Thank you Evolve for helping me with the removal of these garbage tattoos so I can open space for quality!!! read more

Wow, I am blown away by the results and experience I have had at Evolve. I have had 5 sessions so far on a fairly large and dark tattoo, and it is already about 60-70% gone. The prices are easily the best in San Diego. I had consultations at several other clinics, all of which would have charged me more than double the cost of laser treatments at Evolve. The staff are so friendly and fun to be around, I truly look forward to my appointments. My specialist is so fast, too! I am always in and out in about 15 minutes. I cannot recommend this place enough! read more