How Laser Tattoo Removal Can Transform Your Skin

Tattoos are a popular form of self-expression, but how you want to express yourself can change over time. Laser tattoo removal can help. Whether you want to remove the tattoo completely or lighten it to get a coverup piece more reflective of the current version of yourself, a medical spa can transform your skin for the better with laser tattoo removal.

Understanding laser tattoo removal

Laser tattoo removal is a safe, noninvasive outpatient procedure. Many describe the pain level as the same as getting a tattoo, although the sensation will feel less like chicken scratches on sunburnt skin and more like having a rubber band snapped against the skin repeatedly. Healthcare providers at medical spas offer various forms of pain management to help patients through each laser removal session. Numbing cream is the most common.

How many sessions are needed?

The size and type of tattoo will determine how many laser removal sessions will be necessary to achieve the patient’s desired results. According to the Cleveland Clinic, it takes between six and 12 sessions to completely remove the average tattoo. Larger tattoos with multiple colors can take over ten sessions.

Patients may only need two to three sessions if the goal is lightening the tattoo for a coverup or rework. Others may need up to five. This number of sessions may also be enough to remove a tiny, faded black tattoo completely.

How laser tattoo removal can transform your skin for the better

Deciding to remove a tattoo is a personal decision. Whatever the reason is, there are two ways in which a provider can help transform the skin through laser tattoo removal:

Completely remove unwanted tattoos

When most people think about laser tattoo removal, they think about it as a means to fully remove unwanted tattoos from the body. This process is possible for patients with simple black or blue ink tattoos. Darker pigments absorb light better than lighter pigments, making the laser more effective in removing them. However, that does not mean it is impossible to remove other pigments, such as yellow or red, although it may take more sessions.

Make coverups possible

A lesser-known reason for laser tattoo removal is to lighten the tattoo so that a patient can cover it up with a brand-new piece. It is common for patients to want to cover up an old tattoo but then find that their options are limited. For instance, dark or vibrant colors can show through the coverup piece. They may find that the only way to cover the existing tattoo as it is would be to blast over it with black ink. Fortunately, laser tattoo removal can transform the tattooed area into a better canvas for the artist, giving the patient the coverup they want.

Benefits of laser tattoo removal over other methods

Medical spas tend to offer more than one type of tattoo removal. However, laser tattoo removal is often preferred due to the following benefits:

Noninvasive procedure

Laser tattoo removal is completely noninvasive. Since it does not remove the skin or require stitches, there is a lower risk of infection.

Targets the pigment, not the skin

Laser removal targets the pigment in the tattoo, not the skin, like other methods. The laser merely breaks up tattoo pigments so that the immune system can get rid of them.

Multiple lasers can remove tattoos faster

While several sessions are necessary with laser removal, as per the American Academy of Dermatology, the healthcare provider can use different types of lasers to better target different pigments in the tattoo. This is particularly helpful for patients with multicolor tattoos, as the whole area of skin will not need to be overworked to remove stubborn pigments.

Other potential effects on the skin

Laser tattoo removal has the potential for side effects. The laser could cause skin discoloration. Similarly, getting a tattoo and removing it can cause scarring. Lastly, it is sometimes not possible to completely remove stubborn tattoos, such as those with green or neon ink. Still, lightening these tattoos with lasers puts more coverup options on the table.

Lighten or remove unwanted tattoos

If you want to remove an unwanted tattoo, laser tattoo removal may be able to help. This treatment can also fade tattoos for a more effective coverup. Since every tattoo is different, it is recommended to consult a healthcare provider about how many sessions may be needed to reach your desired look. Contact our Celebration office today to schedule a consultation.

Request an appointment here: https://floridacosmeticcenter.com or call Florida Cosmetic Center at (321) 415-9826 for an appointment in our Celebration office.

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