What is laser tattoo removal?

Laser tattoo removal is an innovative technique that allows permanent tattoos to be erased from the skin. For the success of the treatment, it is advisable to contact centers that have the latest alexandrite laser or neodymium-YAG laser technology, and know what power level to use to remove the colors that make it up. The laser technique allows tattoo removal because it fragments the pigments that will then be eliminated by macrophages, the blood cells that metabolize these particles.

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Why is it done?

Permanent tattoos can deform with the aging of the skin, lose their initial appearance or simply stop liking whoever wears them, so they look for ways to erase them from their skin without leaving a trace. Today, tattoo regretters can return to the tattoo artist to have it replaced or go to a specialized dermatologist or cosmetic doctor for complete removal using laser technology.

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What does it consist of?

 

Tattoo removal is done using photoacoustic laser technology, which fragments to pulverize the ink pigments in the skin. Over time, the body metabolizes these particles and eliminates them through the lymphatic system. Normally this removal takes about 8 weeks, although it is a highly variable time depending on the type of tattoo, its size, colors used and the area in which it is located.

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Preparation for laser tattoo removal

When you decide to remove a tattoo that you are no longer satisfied with, you should take into account some factors that may affect the outcome of the treatment. First of all, it is necessary to evaluate the size of the tattoo, the depth of the pigment and the colors that make it up: blue and black are the easiest colors to remove, while white and yellow are almost impossible to remove.

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The date it was made is another influential factor: the older the tattoo, the easier it will be to remove it, since it has been partially attacked by macrophages. Furthermore, if the patient undergoing treatment has olive or black skin, there is a risk of disturbing the natural pigmentation of the skin, making removal problematic. Finally, the time of year you choose to erase your "mark" should also be evaluated. Winter is the most appropriate period to remove a tattoo since, in the months after the treatment, you cannot expose the treated skin to sunlight.

 

Care after the intervention

After each session, an antibiotic cream and a patch are applied to the treated area, so that the patient can carry out their daily lives safely. Thus, the patient can return to his normal activity after the session and should avoid sun exposure in the treated area during the months after the laser treatment.

 

It is also advisable to treat the skin after the sessions: it will become red and the patient may feel itching or pain in the area. Cold can be applied to reduce discomfort and swelling in the area, as well as a specific ointment and skin regenerating cream will be recommended. You should also avoid rough sponges and towels while showering, and wash the area with a neutral soap.