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pain free tattoo removal

ETERNAL YOUTH ALSO OFFER PAIN FREE TATTOO REMOVAL

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Several factors come into play when considering removing a tattoo.

 

Dermabrasion and removal creams can fail to take off the whole tattoo, whilst other methods involving incisions or burning and can cause pain or scarring.


Laser tattoo removal is simple, safe, and produces fantastic results. The advanced technology works by allowing the light produced by the laser to pass through the skin and break up the tattoo ink into tiny particles. The body then disposes of these fragments via its immune system. It usually takes several treatment sessions to ensure success, with minimum 6 week intervals between sessions.

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The colours used in the tattoo, as well as its size and density, can all affect the suitability of a laser removal treatment, how long it will take, which laser to use, and how effective it will be. It might be that you’re only looking to fade your tattoo so you can have a different design?

 

It is essential to discuss these elements with a trained professional, who can ensure your tattoo is removed in the safest and most effective way for you.

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Laser tattoo removal can cause a stinging sensation but most people do not experience high level of discomfort during the treatment. Local anaesthetic cream can be used and/or pain relief, such as paracetamol. Redness in the area is common after the procedure, but subsides quickly. The skin will be sensitive after your treatment so we recommend high-factor sun block. A combination of skin care products will be recommended to you after the treatment. You may experience a lightening or darkening of the affected skin, though in most cases this returns to normal after six months.

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A course of 6-10 treatments is often enough to remove the tattoo depending on the colour and depth of the tattoo ink.

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PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

  • Sun exposure, including tanning beds and the application of sunless tanning products, must be avoided for 2 weeks prior and after the treatment, preferably 4 weeks. Sun exposure, tanning, and
    sunless tanning products decrease the effectiveness of the laser treatment and increase the chance of post-treatment complications.

  • Area to be treated must be clean, and free of any lotion, makeup, and sunscreen. If you have any of
    these on, they must be completely washed off prior to treatment.

  • Accutane and any other photosensitizing medication should be discontinued for a period of at least 6 months prior to receiving treatment and should not be used during your course of treatment

  • Waxing and/or the use of chemical depilatories must be avoided in the treatment area for 2 weeks before and after the treatment to avoid skin sensitivity. Shaving is allowed before treatment to remove surface hair in the areas to be treated.

  • You may not be pregnant for any treatment.

  • During the course of your treatments, notify our staff of any changes to your medical history, health status, or personal activities that may be relevant to your treatment.

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POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

  • Immediately after treatment, there may be “frosting” on the area that is treated. Redness and swelling is typical. Pinpoint bleeding may also occur.

  • A cool compress may be applied and Tylenol is recommended for discomfort.

  • The treated area should be cared for delicately until healing is complete and care should be taken to avoid trauma to the area for the first 7 days after treatment.

  • Clean treated area daily allowing water or shower to run over the wound, and then pat the area dry.

  • Apply Aquaphor ointment to wound area 2-3 times a day. Keep the area moist, and let the scab fall off on its own.

  • Cover the treated area with a nonstick Telfa gauze pad (after Aquaphor is applied) until the wound is healed.

  • Do NOT pick, peel, rub, scrub, or scratch at the skin in the treatment area throughout the healing process. If crusting occurs, do not shave or pick area.

  • Although blisters and scabs can be a normal response to tattoo removal, most patients will not experience them. In the case that you do, it is important to not pop or pick at them. If the blister pops
    on its own, keep the skin over it covered with a healing ointment and gauze to promote healing and prevent scarring.

  • No swimming or using hot tubs/whirlpools until the wound heals.

  • Physical exercise that causes perspiration should be discontinued for at least 2-7 days after treatment as excessive perspiration may disrupt the healing process.

  • Avoid sun exposure. When treatment area is exposed to the sun use a thick layer of 30+ SPF sunblock with zinc oxide and reapply every 2 hours.

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