The Fresh Start Program
Pigment Tattoo has partnered with a 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 2014 to help individuals remove the marks of a past they have left behind. We are one of four Texas locations participating in this life-changing program.
About the Program
Founded by Dr. Dave Ores, the Fresh Start Program targets the removal of tattoos associated with gangs, prison, and forced circumstances. As Dr. Ores says: "If you're helping yourself, we're here to assist."
The program provides free or heavily discounted laser tattoo removal services for individuals seeking to remove tattoos associated with:
- Gangs or organized crime
- Prison or incarceration
- Forced tattoos (human trafficking, domestic abuse)
- Hate speech, racism, or discriminatory symbols
How to Apply
Dr. Dave Ores describes Fresh Start as providing free tattoo removal for formerly incarcerated people, former gang members, and victims of human trafficking. Read the founder's current information and contact Pigment Tattoo to ask about current participation, eligibility, and next steps before making plans.
Not eligible for the program? See how laser tattoo removal in Austin works at Pigment and review removal pricing by tattoo size.