Before and After Gallery
Below are side-by-side images showing tattoos before and after a selected number of treatments. Some examples reflect completed removals, while others show progress after one or more sessions. Each journey is different — some clients choose full removal, while others opt for controlled fading to prepare for a cover-up.
Whatever your goal, our role is to support you with a thoughtful, personalized approach and help you achieve the result you’re looking for.

Results after 3 treatments
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Our Latest Work
Check out our latest work-in-progress and tattoo removals from the Greater Vancouver area. We’re proud of every single one.

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Certified Laser Tattoo Removal Technician, cat mom to Porky and Pippin, and one of the thoughtful humans behind the work we do at NIXX. Laurel has 8 years of experience in the industry and has been part of the Adrenaline team since 2018. After working across multiple roles, she began her laser #tattooremoval apprenticeship under Craig Gilbert in 2022. With a background in Fine Arts and a love for tattooing, Laurel brings creativity, empathy, and care into every appointment. She knows tattoo removal can be a big emotional step, so her focus is always on helping clients feel comfortable, heard, and supported. Her favourite part of working at NIXX is the little personal moments she gets to share with clients along the way. Swipe for @lasercitylaurel at work, her two very important assistants Porky and Pippin, and the cutest painting of them! 🐾Button
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A beautiful Fade to Cover story 🦋 Amanda Louise came to NIXX with a clear goal: not necessarily full removal, but enough fading to make space for something new. After 3 laser removal sessions with Craig, the original tattoo was softened enough for the next chapter: this stunning Luna Moth chest piece by Ashley Horncastle at Liquid Amber Tattoo. The result is such a gorgeous example of what #fadetocover can make possible. At NIXX, #tattooremoval is not always about erasing the past. Sometimes, it is about preparing the skin for a new piece that feels more aligned with who you are now! A huge thank you to Amanda Louise for sharing her story, and to Ashley for the incredible tattoo work. Client: @vanhairoine New tattoo: @ashleyhorncastletattoos Laser sessions: Craig at NIXXButton
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#Top5Things to know before your first #tattooremoval session: 💧 Hydration matters more than people realize. Drink plenty of water in the two days before your appointment and for a couple of days afterwards. Staying hydrated helps support your body as it clears away the broken-down ink particles. 🌞 Skip the sun before your session. Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning for at least six weeks before treatment. Use SPF 60 or higher on the area being treated. Zinc-based sunscreen is a great option for extra protection. 🦠 Your immune system does the real work. The laser breaks the ink into smaller particles, but your body does the clearing over time. Good sleep, hydration, and overall wellness can help support the process. ⚡ The first session is rarely the most dramatic. Tattoo removal is gradual. Some tattoos respond quickly, while others take more time depending on the ink, depth, age, location, and your body’s response. 📋 Bring questions, no pressure. We’re here to walk you through the process, answer your questions, and make your experience as comfortable as possible. Your first session is about starting safely, thoughtfully, and with realistic expectations. 🏷️ Save $100 off your first session. New season, new skin. Start your removal journey with the right hands and save $100 on your first session at NIXX. Limited time offer. Terms and conditions apply. Visit our website for more details. #vancouvertattooremovalButton
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Eight treatments. One almost-blank canvas. This back piece had it all: fine linework, heavy shading, and a lot of saturated black. The kind of detail that looks incredible as a tattoo and takes real patience to remove. Swipe to see where it landed after eight sessions. Here's the honest truth: some results take time. Dense, intricate ink doesn't disappear overnight, but with the right plan and the right laser for the job, even the most detailed work can fade to barely there. No rush, no pressure. When you're ready to start your own, a free consultation is the first step. 🤍 📍 Vancouver | Work by Craig Gilbert #TattooRemoval #LaserTattooRemoval #VancouverTattooButton
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#ClientLove: words that mean the world! "Craig is extremely professional, polite, and patient. Although the tattoo removal process isn't the most comfortable, Craig always makes me feel at ease during each session. Highly recommended!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ @vancitytattooremoval you are 💛!Button
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Colour, gone. Five treatments. Soft purples, green stems, and a pop of red, the kind of coloured ink that's known for putting up a fight. Swipe to see how little is left. Here's why this one matters: colour doesn't break down the way black does. It takes the right wavelengths to lift it, which is precisely how a piece this vibrant fades to almost nothing. Some results take time, and colour often takes a little more. No rush, no pressure. When you're ready, a free consultation is the first step. 🤍 📍 Vancouver | Work by Craig Gilbert #TattooRemoval #LaserTattooRemoval #VancouverTattooRemovalButton
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New season, new skin: Summer Sale! 🌞 Start your removal journey with the right hands and save $100 on your first session at NIXX. Tap “Clean Your Canvas” in bio to book your free consultation or for more info, visit nixxtatttooremoval.com. This is a limited-time promotional offer running until August 9th, 2026. This is designed exclusively for first-time clients, the $100 discount applies automatically during checkout. Valid with select certified technicians. #newskin #freeconsultation #TattooRemoval #LaserTattooRemovalButton
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Two angles. One #CleanCanvas in the making. This piece was dense and layered, the kind of ink that doesn't lift easily in a session or two. Swipe through to see how far it's come after six (6) treatments. Here's the honest truth: some results take time. A tailored plan, the right laser for the ink, and a little patience can take a tattoo from bold and saturated to barely there. Are you ready to clean your canvas? No rush, no pressure. When you're ready to start your own, a free consultation is the first step. 🤍 📍 Vancouver | Work by Craig Gilbert @vancitytattooremoval #TattooRemoval #LaserTattooRemoval #TattooFade #ThrowbackThursdayButton
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The right hands. The right technology. The right care. That’s what a clean canvas actually starts with. 🖤 At NIXX, your tattoo removal is performed by technicians who come from tattoo culture: using PicoSure and Hollywood Spectra lasers for faster, more comfortable results. Full removal or fading for a cover-up, every treatment is intentional and built around you. No pressure. Just expert care, and a clear path forward when you’re ready. Until August 9th, 2026, first-time clients save $100 on their first session. Tap “Clean Your Canvas” in bio to book your free consultation.Button









