Laser Tattoo Removal

High-power lasers with two different wavelengths are used to treat light and dark pigments in tattoos. The mechanical action of the laser works through vibration and fragmentation of the ink particles in the tattoo. As the area heals, the immune system clears the damaged ink particles, causing the tattoo to fade with minimal risk of scarring or removing the skin's natural pigment.

At least four treatments spaced two months apart are usually required, but additional Laser Tattoo Removal treatments may be required. For example, dense pigment or large tattoos may require long-term treatment spanning several years.

Immediately after treatment, the skin bleeds, followed by blistering, swelling, and bruising. This is normal and to be expected, but as such the aftercare instructions detailed in the aftercare documents must be strictly followed.

Clients undergoing this Laser Tattoo Removal treatment should be aware of the fact that most tattoos can fade effectively, complete removal is not guaranteed. The quality of the ink and the amount, density, and color of the pigment determines the extent to which the tattoo will respond to treatment. A small, black or blue-black amateur tattoo with low-quality ink will respond better than the high-quality, multi-colored solid ink typical of professional tattoos. Likewise, cosmetic tattoos, which are often referred to as semi-permanent makeup, can be difficult to remove completely if the ink contains a flesh-colored pink pigment. Traumatic tattoos such as gunpowder or shrapnel are usually superficial and therefore respond well to treatment.

No. Tattoos will fade as the body absorbs and removes pigment. You can usually expect the tattoo to fade two to four weeks after each Laser Tattoo Removal treatment.