North America Tattoo Removal Market

North America Tattoo Removal Market Size

The size of the North America tattoo removal market was worth USD 119.85 million in 2024. The North america market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.96% from 2025 to 2033 and be worth USD 202 million by 2033 from USD 127 million in 2025.

MARKET DRIVERS

Rising Adoption of Laser Aesthetic Treatments

Increasing adoption of laser treatment for aesthetics is one of the factors that will drive growth. Laser treatment is now available in almost all North American states, making it more accessible to people. With an increasing population over the years, the tattoo demand has increased, which is a significant factor for the growing popularity of tattoo removal devices. Growth in the popularity of non-invasive procedures and people's rising incomes will positively impact the market. The development of new technology, like intense pulsed light therapy, has supported this growth as more people are becoming aware of it.

MARKET CHALLENGES

Hyperpigmentation Issues Post Tattoo Removal

The main challenge for tattoo removal is hyperpigmentation, which occurs when tattoos are removed through a laser procedure. Hyperpigmentation is the condition in which the skin where the tattoo is removed becomes darker than the rest of the skin. Cosmetic tattoos like eyeliner, lip liner make the area dark after their removal. Dysfunctional devices can result in skin infections in the tattoo area and can then spread all over the body. Swelling, along with bruising, can also happen with the old technology tattoo removal devices. The major challenge currently for the market is that the economies have been disturbed due to lockdown, resulting in low incomes of individuals and rising unemployment. It will give negative growth to the tattoo and tattoo removal market for now, but will eventually move towards the positive side as the economy improves.

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COUNTRY LEVEL ANALYSIS

Based on geography, North America accounted for a significant share of the global market. The ever-increasing demand for laser-based tattoo removal devices in various regions is a crucial factor fueling the regional market's growth. The growth in the rising trend among USA residents for tattoos, mainly inspired by the film and fashion industry, is the primary reason for tattoo parlors' rising popularity. The swift change in trends motivates people to redo or change tattoos, which gives rise to the sale of tattoo removal devices. The advancement in laser procedures for tattoo removal, which does not cause hyperinflation or allergies to the skin, has also boosted the market. The rising disposable income of the consumers in the USA pre-corona was also why more people got tattoos on their bodies. This increasing income has also enabled them to pay for tattoo removal safely.  

MARKET KEY PLAYERS

The North America Tattoo removal market is dominated by companies like Alma Lasers, Ltd., Fotona d.d.., Sciton Inc., and EL.En. S.p.A., Lynton Lasers Ltd., Solta Medical Inc., Lumenis Ltd., Cynosure, Inc., Syneron Medical Ltd., Lutronic Corporation, and Cutera Inc.

MARKET SEGMENTATION

This research report on the North America tattoo removal market is segmented and sub-segmented into the following categories.

By Procedure

• Laser-Based Devices (Active Laser and Passive Laser)
• RF Devices
• Ultrasound Devices

By End-User

• Dermatology Clinics
• Beauty Clinics

By Country

• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Rest of North America