What happens if laser tattoo removal doesn't work?

If a tattoo isn't responding well to treatment, an inexperienced or poorly trained technician may keep treating the same spot for too long. This won't remove the tattoo any faster or more efficiently – it is actually highly dangerous as it causes heat to build up in the skin, resulting in burns and scars.

Does tattoo laser removal always work?

In short, laser tattoo removal is the safest and most effective method for getting rid of that old ink available today. Because it uses only lasers, it is a relatively noninvasive treatment that targets only the ink of your unwanted tattoo and leaves the surrounding skin unaffected.

How long after laser tattoo removal will I see results?

Laser tattoo removal is a process that relies on the body eliminating ink from the skin which can take some time to process. While results will become apparent within a few weeks, it is not unusual for the body to take more than a year to completely eliminate ink.

Can laser tattoo removal go wrong?

With laser tattoo removal, there's a risk of bleeding, infection, and scarring, all of which can be successfully treated, but only under the proper care of a dermatologist. It's up to you to check the qualifications of your practitioner.

Why is my tattoo removal taking so long?

It takes a long time to complete because each time the tattoo is lasered, particles are broken down and digested by the body's immune system. The regeneration period is up to eight weeks, and the next time you go, the laser breaks down new particles of pigment. And so on and so forth.

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Does tattoo removal ever fail?

In some cases, tattoo removal can, and does fail, however the good news is that failure is completely avoidable when you know what to look out for.

How can I speed up tattoo removal?

How many sessions does it take to remove a black tattoo?

Laser tattoo removal looks different for everyone since each person and their tattoo is unique. Although it is not possible to predict the number of sessions required for complete removal, most patients generally need 6 – 8 sessions.

Why is my tattoo raised after laser removal?

That your tattoo turns white and puffy is a good thing, as it means the laser has penetrated into your skin and into the tattoo pigment. There's no cause for alarm here, though. The effect generally goes away on its own, give or take several minutes after the laser tattoo removal session.

Is tattoo removal successful?

Photos from Real Patients. If you are suffering from tattoo regret, laser tattoo removal is the most effective method to eliminate your tattoo ink without scarring. It is safe for all skin tones and works on virtually all inks. In just a few laser sessions, your skin can be ink-free.

Why is my tattoo darker after laser removal?

Tattoo ink will often oxidize which is what happens to white ink when laser treated. The white pigmentation turns into a darker pigment because the laser breaks the particles apart into tiny fragments which oxidize with the light exposure and the tattoo often turns into a light brown or blue shade.

What tattoo Colours are the hardest to remove?

No single laser can remove all tattoo colors. Different dyes respond to different light wavelengths. Black and dark green are the easiest colors to remove; yellow, purple, turquoise and fluorescent dyes are hardest to fade.

How often can you do laser tattoo removal?

One of the most frequently asked questions we hear is, “How often can you get Laser Tattoo Removal?”, or put another way, “how long do you have to wait between laser tattoo removal sessions?”. The answer is six to eight weeks. It can be longer, depending on how long it takes for your skin to heal.

Are newer tattoos easier to remove?

The age of your tattoo is a factor in how easy it is to remove. Older tattoos do tend to be removed more easily because they have typically already had some fading over time. For this reason, older tattoos will often take fewer sessions to remove than a newer tattoo would.

Why does my black tattoo look darker after laser removal?

When the laser treatment breaks down the ink and releases these metal components, they oxidize, or undergo a reaction in which they chemically combine with oxygen. This turns the white pigmentation into a darker, gray shade, spreading a darker color over the tattoo.

How long does it take for laser tattoo removal to heal?

The total healing time after laser treatment is about 4 to 8 weeks. But, what you do during those weeks can increase or decrease the healing process. Healing times vary depending on the type of treatment, the strength of your immune system, and how closely you follow your aftercare plan.

Does laser tattoo removal leave a scar?

Does Laser Tattoo Removal leave scarring? It is very uncommon for a patient to scar from laser tattoo removal treatment when the proper laser protocols and patient aftercare are followed. If the skin already has irregularities such as scarring expect that to remain after laser tattoo removal.

Can a black tattoo be removed completely?

Dark blue and black tattoos are the easiest to fully remove, while green and yellow tattoos are the hardest. It may take several sessions or several different types of treatments to remove your tattoo.

Is there a cream to remove tattoos?

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and hydroquinone. TCA removes the top layer of skin and penetrates some of the underlying layers to effectively remove most of that tattoo ink. Hydroquinone is a skin bleacher and lightening cream that reduces the melatonin and fades the pigments in the epidermis.

Does drinking lots of water help tattoo removal?

It is recommended that you begin drinking plenty of water in the weeks leading up to your first tattoo removal treatment. The water in your body plays a key role in cell regeneration. Your skin cells will regenerate faster with proper hydration, which will enable the skin to break down the ink in your pigment faster.

Does massage help tattoo removal?

Do increase circulation in the treated area. Try to gently massage the area 5-10 minutes a day, take walks or any activity that gets your blood pumping. Increasing your circulation will help your lymphatic system to remove the fragmented ink.

What oils fade tattoos?

Tea Tree oil can potentially throw off your skin's PH balance and negatively affect the skins moisture barrier, leaving your tattoos looking dull and faded. Tea Tree oil can cause allergic skin rash and dryness.

Are deeper tattoos harder to remove?

The lighter the colors are in the tattoo, the more difficult the tattoo will be to remove. The science behind laser tattoo removal is defined by the energy from the laser being absorbed by the color in the ink. Lighter colors typically don't absorb as much of the energy, which means more treatments may be required.

Why is my laser tattoo removal peeling?

The blisters will lead to skin peeling that would take between 10 -14 days after your treatment for the scabs to fall off. After the procedure, the treated skin will have a white frosty hue for a few minutes. This is caused by the carbon dioxide that is released as the laser penetrates the upper layer of the skin.

Why is my tattoo fading after a month?

The reason being, is that a tattoo “fades” to the naked eye within days of application. This occurs because as the skin heals, the top layer dies and new skin forms to take its place. During this period the epidermis typically has a faded appearance.