Whether you’re regretting your tattoo, or your tastes have changed and want to start fresh, laser tattoo removal london is a great option. There are a few things to bear in mind, though, before making an appointment with a practitioner. For one thing, check that they’re on a register to show that they meet set standards of training, skill and insurance. It’s also important to choose someone who has a lengthy, public track record of tattoo removal success and is prepared to vet patients, ensuring that they are truly ready for the process and will be able to deal with the pain.
Do tattoo removal leave scars?
The practitioner will begin by cleaning and numbing the area to be treated, then you’ll put on protective eyewear and the handheld device will be pressed against your skin. The machine will emit a powerful laser beam that shatters the ink particles and allows white blood cells to absorb them. This is a far less damaging approach than photothermal lasers that use heat to break down and remove the ink but cause scarring.
The number of sessions needed to see significant progress will depend on a host of factors from ink colour through to age of the tattoo and skin tone (skin tone is rated according to the Fitzpatrick scale from one to six). A good practitioner will be able to give you a rough estimate after your consultation. The type of laser used will also make a difference, as higher-powered machines can remove more ink in fewer sessions.