Tattoo removal in Myeongdong
✓ Doctor consultation first
Every plan is decided with a STON doctor
✓ Inside Lotte Hotel Seoul, 9F
Underground from Euljiro 1-ga Station
✓ Open 7 days
Weekdays to 20:30, weekends to 17:00
At a glance
- Method: Device
- Treatment time: About 10 to 30 minutes depending on size.
- Numbing: Numbing cream is usually applied.
- Downtime: Redness, swelling or blistering for days; wound care needed.
- Results: Fades gradually across sessions.
- Typical plan: Multiple sessions spaced weeks apart.
What is laser tattoo removal?
Laser tattoo removal breaks ink into smaller particles that the body clears over time, repeated across sessions.
How it works
We first look at the tattoo: colours, age, depth and whether it was professional or amateur, since each affects the number of sessions.
What it does not do
Some colours respond slowly; complete removal is not always possible.
Before your consultation
Tell the doctor about:
- Colours and age of the tattoo
- Previous removal attempts
- Skin type
- Medicines you take, pregnancy or breastfeeding
Planning around your trip
Suits repeat visitors; aftercare is important.
What to expect at STON
You meet the doctor first. They examine the tattoo, then plan the settings and number of sessions with you. STON Clinic is on the 9th floor of the Lotte Hotel Seoul Main Tower, next to Euljiro 1-ga Station.
This page is general information to help you prepare for a consultation. It does not replace diagnosis or a treatment decision. Whether a treatment suits you, and how it is done, is decided by a doctor after examination. Results and side effects vary between people.
Common questions
How many sessions to remove a tattoo?
It varies widely with ink, colour and depth; several sessions are typical.
Does tattoo removal leave a scar?
Risk is reduced with proper settings and aftercare; your doctor will explain.
How much does tattoo removal cost at STON?
Prices depend on size, colours and sessions, so they are explained at consultation.
Can I fly after tattoo removal?
Usually yes, but wound care continues for several days, so plan aftercare supplies for the trip.
