Phi Laser Brow Tattoo Removal
What is Laser Tattoo Removal and how does it work?
Laser tattoo removal is the safest, most effective, and most popular method of removing cosmetic tattoos. During the procedure, a laser is guided over the cosmetic tattoo, sending pulses of laser beams through the skin to target the tattoo pigment. These pulses of laser energy break down the ink pigment into much smaller particles, which are then eliminated through the body's immune system. Your body does this by engaging the immune response and lymphatic system in your body to flush the broken down particles out of your body.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions required for cosmetic tattoo laser removal varies from client to client, and can be dependant on a number of factors. The main factors which impact the number of sessions required are the following;
1. How dark/saturated the tattoo is
The colour of the tattoo can affect how long it takes for the laser to break down the ink pigment into particles. Generally, darker tattoos absorb the laser light better, so require fewer sessions to break down the ink, whereas lighter tattoos reflect more of the laser light and thus don't absorb as much, requiring more sessions to break down all of the ink into small particles. The more saturated the cosmetic tattoo is, the more pigment that there is for the laser to have to break down, thus requiring more sessions.
2. The quality and ingredients in the pigment
Cheaper pigments tend to be made of lower quality ingredients and often have a combination of more ingredients within the pigment. These cheaper pigments generally are more stubborn to remove, and the laser breaks them down into bigger chunks than good quality pigment, therefore taking longer to remove.
3. Each individuals immune system
The tattoo removal process is heavily dependent on your immune system, given that it is your immune response and lymphatic system that dispose of the broken down pigment. The stronger that your immune system is, the quicker that your body will dispose of the broken down ink particles, and the sooner you will see the results of your laser removal. Weaker immune systems take longer to dispose of the particles and thus require more laser removal sessions to gain results.
All of these variables, and more, have an impact on the number of sessions required for each individuals cosmetic tattoo removal. We will have a consultation with you and evaluate your tattoo, providing you with a realistic treatment regime to help you to best reach your desired results
How often will my sessions be?
It typically takes 4-6 weeks for your body to absorb and dispose of the broken down ink particles, however each individual and each tattoo varies. Treatments generally happen 6-8 weeks apart, which allows for the skin to have adequate time to recover, and your body enough time to dispose of the broken-down ink particles.
Is the removal process painful?
30 minutes prior to the laser removal, numbing cream is applied to the area. This minimises the pain felt during the process and makes it comfortable..
What to expect post treatment
During the treatment, you may notice some slight whitening/'frosting' of the skin in the treated area. This will subside completely once the treatment is complete. Mild swelling and some redness may occur after the session.