There are numerous tattoo removal methods available, including dermabrasion (scrubbing off layers of skin), TCA (an acid that removes layers of skin), excision (cutting the tattoo out), and, of course, laser (using energy to break down the ink particles).
Laser tattoo removal works by firing a laser light into the tattoo, which breaks the ink into tiny pieces that are easily absorbed by the body. This enables the ink to be removed from the body. Unlike other tattoo removal methods, laser tattoo removal does not cause skin damage while removing the tattoo.
Q-switch laser is the only advanced tattoo removal laser that uses Pressure Wave technology to remove unwanted ink. It uses laser energy to specifically target tattoo ink, resulting in the successful shattering of only the ink particles while causing no harm to the surrounding tissue
Most people say that laser tattoo removal feels like a rubber band snapping against the skin. Others say it feels like splashing bacon grease on the skin. In other words, it's not that bad.
If you could withstand the pain of getting a tattoo, you should have no problem bearing the minor discomfort of tattoo removal. Most people agree that laser tattoo removal hurts less than they expected.
It is common for laser clinics to use cold air, numbing creams, or lidocaine to prep the skin prior to the laser.
At Skin Artisan's, the first step in the process is numbing the skin with local anaesthetic solution. This method greatly minimizes the discomfort, making it tolerable for most clients
Treatment sessions vary in length, depending on the size of the tattoo, For example, a small tattoo only takes a few seconds per treatment session. Even large tattoos that took hours to apply, can be treated in just a few minutes.
If you don't follow the proper aftercare instructions, you could see some scarring. If your skin develops burns or blisters, resist the urge to pick or pop them, as this is the easiest way to create a scar.
Most people see no scars after treatment.
The better the body's immune system, the faster you'll heal and the less likely you are to have any scar.
The number of laser treatments you need depends on a couple factors:
Tattoo size
Tattoo location
Ink colors
Type of tattoo ink used
Age of the tattoo
Your skin type
Most tattoos require between four and twelve treatment sessions to completely disappear.
Laser tattoo removal is safe if performed by a licensed, certified laser technician.
If you have concerns, speak to your dermatologist and have a consultation with a laser technician before undergoing your first laser treatment.
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