The Process
Understanding the science behind laser tattoo removal helps you know what to expect. Here's everything you need to know about the process.
The Science
Laser tattoo removal helps speed up the natural fading process of tattoos carried out by your immune system. All tattoos fade and lose color after many years because your body's immune system constantly eats away at the foreign ink particles in your skin.
However, tattoos remain trapped in your skin due to the ink particles' large size and deep placement. Our Candela PicoWay lasers emit ultra-quick pulses of light energy that cause ink particles to shatter into tiny, fragmented pieces small enough for your immune system to flush out naturally.
The laser targets ink particles which absorb the light energy.
The energy causes ink to shatter into tiny fragments.
Your immune system flushes out the tiny particles over time.
Your Journey
We evaluate your tattoo's size, age, ink density, and your skin type to develop a personalized treatment approach.
The laser delivers short bursts of energy that target the ink while preserving surrounding skin. Sessions are quick.
Your body gradually flushes out broken-down ink between treatments. We space sessions for optimal recovery.
During Treatment
Most treatments take 1-15 minutes depending on tattoo size and complexity.
Most clients compare it to a rubber band snap. Numbing options are available.
Expect redness and swelling similar to a sunburn. Some blistering may occur.
Typical tattoos need 10-12 treatments. Older, faded tattoos may need less.
Factors
Several factors influence how quickly your tattoo fades and how many sessions you'll need. Our specialists evaluate all of these during your consultation.
Older tattoos generally fade more easily than newer ones.
Black and dark blue respond best. Lighter colors may need more sessions.
Tattoos on extremities may take longer due to reduced blood flow.
A healthy lifestyle supports faster ink elimination.
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