Unlike surgery, Picosure laser tattoo removal treatment uses ultra-short pulses of laser light to reach into the skin’s sub-layers, treating the support structure. Laser light is delivered to the tattoo, targeting the ink and breaking it down into smaller elements. The particles are eliminated through the body’s natural processes resulting in the lightening of the ink of the tattoo. It’s a quick and simple procedure that is easy to tolerate and requires little-to-no downtime.

The PicoSure laser and its ultra-short wavelengths induce an immediate change in the tattoo pigments. These pigments deteriorate into minute particles before dispersing. The body eliminates these grains in less than six weeks with the assistance of its immune system.

Patients with an unwanted or unappealing tattoo wishing to remove all or part of their tattoo are ideal candidates. A patient’s pigmentation does not matter when it comes to the use of this laser and how it functions. For those with darker skin, the PicoSure laser is safer and well tested to produce effective results.

What are the side effects?

With laser tattoo removal, side effects are possible, although they are usually minor and temporarily. The most common side effects are mild blistering, redness and swelling. But, this should not worry patients; this will resolve itself within one week of treatment.

Does it hurt?

The PicoSure laser tattoo removal can cause some discomfort to the patient. It is described as a similar feeling to having the tattoo done and you can expect a stinging sensation. However, a local anaesthetic cream can be applied to the skin to numb the area and provide relief to the patient. In addition, the skin receives blasts of cool air to help. The process of using laser technology means that the treatment is fast and effective.