Tattoo Removal including eyebrow and lip.
We use an ND Yag Q-switched Laser. This is very effective for removal of Black/Dark blue,cyan, red, brown and coffee colours.
Q-switched NdYAG wavelength 1064 nm, due to its longer wavelength, higher fluence, and shorter pulse, has emerged as a better laser for the black and dark blue/ black tattoo pigment. And 532nm wavelength for red,coffee and brown pigment. The textural changes, scarring, and hypopigmentation of earlier lasers are remarkably low. However for coloured pigments, use of multiple wavelengths is a must.
Listed below are a some of the factors a laser technican will need to consider before your tattoo removal journey can begin. This can determine the number of treatments required and the outcome.
- Is it a professional or ametuer tattoo?
- Is it a tattoo over a previous tattoo?
- What colours are invoved. Cosmetic tattoos like eyebrows, and eye and lip line are mostly made of iron-based inks. This can sometimes oxidize and turn black, so a test patch must be given.
- Are you wanting to remove or just fade your tattoo, ready for a another tattoo.
- How old and how dense is the tattoo?
- How is your health? Your immune system plays an important role in your tattoo removal. A full consultation will be done to determine if you are a good candidate for tattoo removal.
$120 for 20 minute laser session (Discount offered for CSC)
More Questions? Give us a call or go to FAQ’S.
1. Set your expectations.
Before you start the process, it’s important to realize that no tattoo removal is guaranteed. Set expectations by speaking with a laser treatment expert—or three. Some tattoos only partially fade after several treatments and may leave a ghost image of your tattoo, and permanent raised scarring from the tattoo application So the big question is: Would you rather do a cover up or be left with a ghost image or partial tattoo?
2. One treatment isn’t going to do it.
You probably realize this by now, but multiple treatments will be required. Unfortunately, the number of sessions isn’t something that can be predetermined during your initial consultation. Be cautious of your technician giving you a standard six to10 treatments answer. That number could be much higher.
Downtime between treatments is a key factor. Applying a laser treatment again too soon can increase the risk of side effects like skin irritation and open wounds. The average time between sessions is six to eight weeks, but everybody is different. In some cases, eight weeks is the recommended minimum time to wait between treatments. It can be even longer for patients experiencing textual changes and other side effects.
3. Location of your tattoo.
In most cases,location does matter. Fading is generally slower for tattoos located further down the arms or legs as they are further from the heart. The closer the tattoo is to the heart the better circulation, therefore better results.
Areas with poor circulation heal poorly following laser tattoo removal.
4. Professional vs. amateur tattoos.
The success of removal depends largely on the tattoo itself. The colors used and how deep the ink is embedded are two major considerations. Professional tattoos penetrate deeper into the skin at uniform levels, which can make it easier to treat. However, professional tattoos are also more saturated with ink, which is a significant challenge. Amateur tattoos are often applied with an uneven hand, which can make the removal challenging, but overall they are easier to remove.
5. What to expect after a treatment.
There are a handful of symptoms you might see post-treatment, including blisters, swelling and raising of the tattoo, pinpoint bleeding,redness and temporary darkening. These are common and usually subside within a couple weeks. As always, consult your doctor with concerns.
6. Be aware of potential side effects.
The most common side effect is a darkening or lightening of the skin, known as either hyper or hypo-pigmentation. This usually corrects itself in 6 to 12 months after treatment. Scars (including keloid scarring are also a potential risk, as well as infection,burns and textural changes of the skin.
7. The darkening effect is real.
Some of the ink used in cosmetic tattoos, including colors containing white ink, may darken (oxidize) immediately after treatment because of itanium dioxide. This can usually be corrected with further treatments.
These inks can contain iron, which will turn darker or gray. It should resolve over multiple treatments, but will be darker in the interim.
9. There’s a higher risk of hypo-pigmentation with tattoo removal on darker skin tones.
People with darker skin can remove a tattoo with lasers, however, there is a higher risk of hypo-pigmentation because the laser may remove pigment from your skin along with pigment from your tattoo. Your technician should proceed with caution and always do a test spot to minimize risk.
10. Ask questions and to see before and after photos.
Laser tattoo removal is generally safe when performed by a qualified technician. During your consultation, don’t be afraid to ask about all the potential side effects and risks based on your situation.