Tattoo Removal Explained
Tattoo ink lives underneath the top layer of skin, which makes it difficult to remove, often requiring multiple laser sessions or in some cases, surgical removal. Laser tattoo removal is a non-invasive procedure that uses a Q-switched laser device to break down the pigment colours of an unwanted tattoo, while causing minimal damage to surrounding tissue. Laser tattoo removal has become more and more popular as the prevalence of tattoos has increased over recent decades.
Can I just add that if you come for your first session & you don't feel comfy then you can either walk away with no charge or you can purchase a tube of numbing cream from me & make another appointment
How is a Tattoo Removal Procedure Performed?
- Eye shields are used to protect your eyes from the laser light.
- The skin's reaction to the laser is tested to determine the most effective energy level for treatment
- A handpiece is placed against the surface of your skin, and the laser light is activated. The laser technology produces an extremely short laser pulse that is absorbed by the tattoo, causing the ink particles to break down while causing very little damage to the surrounding tissue. The resulting by-products will be removed by the body’s immune system as part of the healing process.
- Smaller tattoos require fewer pulses while larger ones require more.
- Multiple treatment sessions are often required for optimal results. The number of treatments will vary depending on the particular nature of your tattoo. The tattoo should become progressively lighter with each session