So, you have a tattoo you no longer want how do you get rid of it? Your tattoo can be removed gradually over a series of sessions using a laser.
Energy from the laser breaks down the tattoo ink into tiny fragments, which are eventually absorbed into the bloodstream and safely passed out of the body. How quickly the tattoo breaks down depends on a number of factors including the colour of the ink and how deep it has been injected into the skin.
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The easiest colour to remove is black. The hardest colour to remove is green, Most tattoos will contain a variety of different coloured inks so treatment time will vary depending on the individual and their particular tattoo.
Tattoo removal is not recommended for people with dark skin, a suntan or fake tan. It’s not suitable if you’re in the early stages of pregnancy, although there are no known risks for women who are breastfeeding.
If you have hair on the area of skin to be treated, you need to shave this before the appointment.
We will provide you with goggles to protect your eyes during the procedure. A local anaesthetic cream may be applied.
How much you feel of the laser will depend on the type of laser used and the intensity required. Some people say this feels like an elastic band snapping at your skin.
Your session will last about 10-30 minutes, depending on the size of the tattoo.
Your tattoo should become progressively lighter with each treatment.
We will apply Aloe vera gel afterwards, to help soothe the skin.
Your skin may be red with a raised rash for a short while afterwards. Holding an ice pack to the skin may help (try a pack of frozen peas wrapped in a tea towel).
Your skin will also be more sensitive to the sun, so please avoid sun exposure and tanning beds for at least a week afterwards, and use sunscreen.
As your treatment sessions progress, your skin may bleed slightly before scabbing over for about a week.
It may help to regularly apply aloe vera gel, and apply Vaseline if there is any blistering or scabbing.
You should avoid:
Possible risks are:
If you experience problems with healing, rashes or skin pigmentation changes, ask your practitioner for advice or call your local clinic.
Treatment time: 10 -30 minutes
Area preparation: May require shaving
Anaesthetic: Topical cream may be used.
You should avoid: