World's Fastest Tattoo Removal
Fewer Visits. Faster Results!Serving Washington DC & DMV Area
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Zapatat®️ Tattoo Removal in just 3-6 visits!
Zapatat® was founded in 2009. We wanted to lower the cost and improve quality, making tattoo removal available to more people. Back in 2012, after a full year of research, we launched something that changed tattoo removal forever: the Accelerated Removal Technique (ART®). Since then, we’ve performed over 6,000 ART® treatments and continually refined the process to make it even faster and more effective.
Here’s what that means for you:
One ART® session can remove 30–80% of your tattoo ink in just 12 weeks. Most tattoos, especially Fitzpatrick Skin Type I-IV are gone in 3–6 ART® sessions — that’s one to two years instead of the two–three years or more it takes with conventional Pico laser removal.
And here’s the best part — speed doesn’t mean a higher price tag. In fact, many of our clients spend the same, or even less, than they would on years of slower, less effective treatments elsewhere.
Reach out today to get started?
“Fewer visits. Faster results. Smarter spend.”
We designed ART® to give you dramatic fading in less time — and without the endless, expensive packages. One ART® session delivers the fading of 5–6 conventional treatments — saving you time, visits, and money.
📞 Call us today at (703) 248-0909 to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward clear skin.
Visit our office located at:
Arlington: 2731 Washington Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201
Herndon: 452 Elden St. Herndon, VA 20170
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Our Mission
In just one location, we’ve performed over 40,000 treatments and helped 6,000+ clients reclaim their skin. What they praise most isn’t just the results — it’s the care, kindness, and expertise of a team that makes the entire journey feel easier than they imagined.
Our mission is simple: deliver the fastest, safest tattoo removal in the world, without compromise. And we’re still pushing the limits.
My ultimate goal? To achieve complete removal in a single session. It’s rare today, but in the right cases, it’s already becoming reality. Just take a look at the lower back tattoo— showing the incredible results after just one ART® treatment, a year later.
We don’t believe in locking you into years of slow, mediocre treatments — that’s not in your best interest. Our goal is simple: get you the fastest, safest, and most complete removal possible.
If you’re not thrilled with your progress, you’re free to go elsewhere. But we’re confident you’ll stay — because our results speak for themselves.
If you’re ready to finally say goodbye to your least-loved ink, we’d be honored to help you start fresh.
With ART®, you don’t just get tattoo removal — you get your time back.
Chris Slavin
Founder & CEO, Zapatat®
Customers Reviews
- Kara W
Carmen performed my second ART session. She was great. Very professional, kind, and motivating (I have a rather large tattoo on my upper back/neck). I highly recommend asking for her for your tattoo removals. This shop is very very clean, has nice restrooms, plenty of ice packs and they always take time to ice your tattoo to help numb it. Tattoo removal is never fun, however this place makes the process tolerable. The results are already visible after one ART session.
August 1, 2022 - Liberty Lohr
Very professional and descriptive of their procedures.
October 1, 2022 - Chris Worthen
Customer service (Isabella) was awesome and staff is knowledgeable making it a great experience.
June 1, 2022 - Tiffany Mattison
Everyone is always friendly. The technician explains everything to you, supports you while she is working and is very patient with you. Always had a great experience.
November 1, 2022 - Unbroken Tattoo
We were invited to the grand opening event for Zapatat Herndon, and so happy we attended. From the owners to the staff, everyone was welcoming, informative and incredibly friendly. We look forward to working with you…welcome to the community!
March 1, 2023 - Jenny Ventura
My husband has been going there for the past 2 years. From the first time we stepped foot in there to our last visit this past weekend, they are always kind and welcoming. They provide great customer service and the tattoo removal services they provide are the best. Tattoos are going away! Carmen is the technician who has done the tattoo removal and she is great!! She gives us care instructions and even some materials to go home with to help with the after care. Thank you, Zapatat!
February 1, 2023 - Isabel Ruggieri
I have only spoken to the owner Chris on the phone for a virtual consultation and he was absolutely amazing! He was so beyond nice and answered all of my questions. I think we talked for like 45 minutes and he clearly knows his stuff! When I go in for my first appointment in a couple months I know I will be in great hands. This place is miles ahead any other tattoo removal company and I can tell it will 100% be worth my drive, time, and money. I look forward to my removal and to meet the staff in person. I HIGHLY recommend!
July 1, 2022 - Matthew Leal
For an awful procedure, I had a great experience!
November 1, 2022 - Samantha Bernard
Being this was my first tattoo removal session I’ve ever received. I wouldn’t necessarily know what to expect but overall the place was nice and clean and the practitioner who actually removed the tattoo was very nice. I didn’t care too much for the receptionist she seemed very snooty and I just didn’t like her energy but other than that everything was great.
November 1, 2022 - Stacey McCoy-Lewis
Great service super friendly staff I would Highly recommend I’m Excited to see my results
November 1, 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
How much faster is ART®️ vs Conventional?
One ART® session delivers results equal to five or six single-pass treatments. That means faster fading, fewer visits, and ultimately a lower overall cost for you.
Because ART® sessions are spaced at least 90 days apart, the cost spread over time often works out to be less than your daily Starbucks coffee.
Why don’t most pictures show complete removal?
Our photos are real — no filters, no tricks.
Every image you see comes directly from our clients. Most are taken before the very last session, since many people don’t return for a “final” photo once their tattoo is completely gone. That’s why you won’t always see a perfect end shot.
When clients remove more than one tattoo, one usually clears first — and that’s when we capture those “perfect picture” results. It’s real progress, real skin, and real freedom from unwanted ink.
How long is an appointment?
Your first appointment will generally be 90 minutes including paperwork, consultation and treatment. Follow-up treatment appointments will take 15 minutes or less. The ART®️ will take 45-90 mins based on tattoo size. We do not double book appointments so there is seldom any waiting.
How often can I get treated?
We recommend intervals that will minimize cost, while maintaining safety and effectiveness. Conventional treatments are generally at 6-8 week intervals between treatments and 8-12 weeks for ART®️. Shortening the time will not result in faster removal and will increase risk of side effects. We will specify the waiting period after each treatment depending on how you are responding.
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