At Cambridge Cosmetics & Aesthetics, we offer laser tattoo removal for both body tattoos and unwanted brow tattoos. Whether it’s an old tattoo you no longer love, a faded design you’d like to remove, or unwanted brow pigment from previous permanent makeup, laser tattoo removal can help reduce unwanted pigment safely and gradually.
How Does Laser Tattoo Removal Work?
Laser tattoo removal works by delivering targeted pulses of laser energy into the tattooed area. The energy is absorbed by the pigment, breaking it down into smaller particles that your body can gradually process and remove.
Unlike some older removal methods, modern laser tattoo removal targets the pigment while minimising damage to the surrounding skin.
Because the body needs time to naturally clear the fragmented pigment, tattoo removal is a gradual process rather than an instant treatment.
Patch Testing: An Important First Step:
We always recommend coming into the clinic for a patch test before beginning laser tattoo removal.
A small area of the tattoo or pigment is tested to assess how your skin and the pigment respond to the laser. This allows us to make sure the treatment is appropriate for you and helps your practitioner determine the most suitable settings for your individual treatment.
A patch test is particularly important when treating brow tattoo or permanent makeup pigment, as different pigments can respond differently to laser treatment.
Following your patch test, we can discuss your results and the next steps before proceeding with treatment.
Can Laser Remove All Tattoo Colours?
Different tattoo pigments respond differently to laser treatment. Darker pigments, such as black, often respond more readily, while certain colours can be more challenging to treat.
The age, colour, depth and density of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and how the pigment was originally applied, can all influence the treatment response.
This is why an individual consultation and assessment are important before starting a course of treatment.
Brow Laser Tattoo Removal
Laser tattoo removal can also be used to help reduce unwanted pigment in the eyebrows following previous permanent makeup treatments.
If your brows have become too dark, changed colour over time, or you simply no longer want your previous brow treatment, laser removal may be an option.
Brow pigment can be particularly complex because permanent makeup pigments can contain different colourants and may change appearance as they fade. An assessment is therefore essential before treatment to determine whether laser removal is appropriate.
For clients considering new brows after removal, reducing the existing pigment can help provide a cleaner starting point for future permanent makeup.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
There is no fixed number of sessions that applies to everyone.
The number of treatments required depends on factors such as:
- The colour and type of pigment
- How deeply the pigment has been placed
- The size and density of the tattoo
- The age of the tattoo
- Your individual response to treatment
- Whether the tattoo is professional, amateur or permanent makeup
Your skin needs time to heal and your body needs time to clear the broken-down pigment between treatments, so sessions are spaced apart rather than performed close together.
Is Laser Tattoo Removal Painful?
Everyone experiences treatment differently. During laser tattoo removal, clients may feel a snapping or stinging sensation as the laser pulses over the tattoo.
The treatment itself is usually relatively quick, particularly for smaller tattoos such as brow pigment. Your practitioner will talk you through the process and ensure the area is treated appropriately for your individual needs.
What Happens After Treatment?
It is normal for the treated area to appear red or irritated immediately following treatment. The skin will then need time to settle and recover.
Following your aftercare advice is an important part of the process. You should avoid picking or scratching the treated area and protect the skin from sun exposure while it is healing.
Your practitioner will provide you with specific aftercare instructions following your treatment.
Is Laser Tattoo Removal Suitable for Everyone?
Laser tattoo removal is not suitable for every client or every tattoo.
During your consultation, we will assess the tattoo or brow pigment, your skin and your treatment history to determine whether laser removal is appropriate.
For brow tattoo removal in particular, it is important to assess the existing pigment carefully before treatment, as some permanent makeup pigments can react differently to laser treatment.
Ready to Remove an Unwanted Tattoo?
If you have an unwanted tattoo or previous brow tattoo that you would like to reduce, laser tattoo removal may be an option for you.
At Cambridge Cosmetics & Aesthetics, we offer laser tattoo removal in Cambridge for both body tattoos and unwanted brow pigment.
Book a consultation with us to discuss your individual concerns and find out whether laser tattoo removal could be suitable for you.
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