Asclepion TattooStar Effect
Q-Switched Tattoo/Pigment · QS Nd:YAG (+ruby combo option)
Technology: Nd:YAG Laser
Classification & configurations
Category group: Resurfacing & pigment (ablative, fractional, picosecond, vascular)
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- $15k–$30kSource not documented
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Read FDA-cleared indicationsExact wording from 3 FDA records
K060787 (Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH, 2006)
The TattooStar R is intended for use for cutting, vaporization and ablation of soft tissue and the removal of tattoos and benign pigment lesion. Some examples of pigment lesions are: Lentigines, Café-au-lait-blotches, Ephalides, Benign Naevi such as Naevus of Ota, Naevus of Ito, Epidermal Naevi, Congenital Naevi, Beckers Naevi, Blue Nevus, Naevus Spillus and Mongolian Spot.
Verbatim from the FDA 510(k) summary, retrieved 8 Sep 2026.
K112669 (Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH, 2012)
STATEMENT TattooStar Effect Y The TattooStar Effect Y laser is indicated for incision, excision, ablation and vaporization of soft tissue in general dermatology and the removal of tattoos, pigmented lesions, vascular lesions and unwanted hair and skin resurfacing procedures. Depending on the wavelength selected, the indications are as follows: 1064 nm:. Removal of black and blue tattoo color Removal of unwanted hair Skin resurfacing 532 nm: Removal of pigmented lesions (including but not limited to lentigo benigna, hyperpigmented burn and boil scar, naevus Ota / Ito, freckles, Becker naevi, Cafo au-lait spots) Removal of red tattoo color Removal of minor vascular lesions 585 nm: Removal of sky blue tattoo color The Asciepion Pulsed Light of the TattooStar Effect Y is intended for permanent hair reduction, treatment of vascular lesions, pigmented lesions and inflammatory acne. Depending on the different filters, the indications are as follows: 400 -750 nm: Acne 500 - 1200 nm: Hair removal of blond hair, skin type 1-11 Vascular lesions, skin type 1-11 550 -1200 nm: Hair removal of brown and black hair, skin type 1-11 Hair removal of blond, brown and black hair, skin type Ill Vascular lesions, skin type II-IV Pigmented lesions, skin type I-IV 650 - 1200 nm: Hair removal of black hair, skin type IV The Radiofrequency is intended for dermatologic and general surgical procedures for non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids. The Acoustic Wave is intended for the activation of connective tissue.
Verbatim from the FDA 510(k) summary, retrieved 8 Sep 2026.
K131757 (Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH, 2014)
('Describe) The TattooStar Effect Combo is indicated for incision, excision, ablation and vaporization of soft tissue in general dermatology and the removal of tattoos, pigmented lesions, vascular lesions and skin resurfacing procedures. Depending on the wavelength selected, the indications are as follows: Wavelength Indication Recommended Parameters for the Beginning 1064 nm: Removal of black and blue tattoo color 3-3.
Verbatim from the FDA 510(k) summary, retrieved 8 Sep 2026.
Page updated: August 6, 2026 · How we verify
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Key factsCompany, specifications and verification dates
| Manufacturer | Asclepion |
|---|---|
| Company | Not published |
| Parent company | Asclepion |
| Brand owner | Asclepion |
| Built by (OEM) | Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH |
| Category | Q-Switched Tattoo/Pigment |
| Technology | QS Nd:YAG (+ruby combo option) |
| FDA status | FDA Cleared |
| 510(k) citation | K060787, K112669, K131757 |
| New-unit reference (older model) | Not published |
| Used asking range | $15k–$30k |
| Consumables | Not published |
| Launch year | 2012 |
| Pricing | Not published |
| Manufacturer-source documents checked | Not published |
Overview
German QS sold via Astanza early on
FDA & regulatory detailClearance timeline, authorization route and citation notes
FDA-cleared indications (verbatim)
K060787 (Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH, 2006)
The TattooStar R is intended for use for cutting, vaporization and ablation of soft tissue and the removal of tattoos and benign pigment lesion. Some examples of pigment lesions are: Lentigines, Café-au-lait-blotches, Ephalides, Benign Naevi such as Naevus of Ota, Naevus of Ito, Epidermal Naevi, Congenital Naevi, Beckers Naevi, Blue Nevus, Naevus Spillus and Mongolian Spot.
Verbatim from the FDA 510(k) summary, retrieved 8 Sep 2026.
K112669 (Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH, 2012)
STATEMENT TattooStar Effect Y The TattooStar Effect Y laser is indicated for incision, excision, ablation and vaporization of soft tissue in general dermatology and the removal of tattoos, pigmented lesions, vascular lesions and unwanted hair and skin resurfacing procedures. Depending on the wavelength selected, the indications are as follows: 1064 nm:. Removal of black and blue tattoo color Removal of unwanted hair Skin resurfacing 532 nm: Removal of pigmented lesions (including but not limited to lentigo benigna, hyperpigmented burn and boil scar, naevus Ota / Ito, freckles, Becker naevi, Cafo au-lait spots) Removal of red tattoo color Removal of minor vascular lesions 585 nm: Removal of sky blue tattoo color The Asciepion Pulsed Light of the TattooStar Effect Y is intended for permanent hair reduction, treatment of vascular lesions, pigmented lesions and inflammatory acne. Depending on the different filters, the indications are as follows: 400 -750 nm: Acne 500 - 1200 nm: Hair removal of blond hair, skin type 1-11 Vascular lesions, skin type 1-11 550 -1200 nm: Hair removal of brown and black hair, skin type 1-11 Hair removal of blond, brown and black hair, skin type Ill Vascular lesions, skin type II-IV Pigmented lesions, skin type I-IV 650 - 1200 nm: Hair removal of black hair, skin type IV The Radiofrequency is intended for dermatologic and general surgical procedures for non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids. The Acoustic Wave is intended for the activation of connective tissue.
Verbatim from the FDA 510(k) summary, retrieved 8 Sep 2026.
K131757 (Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH, 2014)
('Describe) The TattooStar Effect Combo is indicated for incision, excision, ablation and vaporization of soft tissue in general dermatology and the removal of tattoos, pigmented lesions, vascular lesions and skin resurfacing procedures. Depending on the wavelength selected, the indications are as follows: Wavelength Indication Recommended Parameters for the Beginning 1064 nm: Removal of black and blue tattoo color 3-3.
Verbatim from the FDA 510(k) summary, retrieved 8 Sep 2026.
Marketed for
Nd:YAG — QS Nd:YAG (+ruby combo option)
Marketing claims are the manufacturer's own and are not the same as a cleared indication.
Parent company: Asclepion
Legal manufacturer: Asclepion Laser Technologies GmbH (Germany)
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History4 tracked changes
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August 5, 2026
FDA status
Unknown → Cleared
Source: Catalog update
August 5, 2026
FDA indication
Q-switched laser tattoo removal and pigmented lesions
Source: Catalog update
August 5, 2026
FDA K-numbers
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August 1, 2026
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Added to The Aesthetic Index — August 2026
Source: The Aesthetic Index editorial
Cite this data: The Aesthetic Index, "Asclepion TattooStar Effect — pricing, FDA status and cost to own", aestheticindex.co (accessed September 24, 2026).
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