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How does laser tattoo removal work?
In our Norwich laser clinic, we use the Q10 Q-switch laser. The laser tattoo removal treatment involves our power laser penetrating deep within the skin, down to the tattoo and breaking the ink into small particles. Once broken down, your immune system recognises the particles as waste and cleverly flushes the particles away out of the body’s lymphatic drainage system.
Each laser removal treatment breaks the ink further, leaving the tattoo minimally visible or completely gone. Cosmetic tattoos, more superficial tattoos such as semi-permanent eyebrows, require fewer visits. On average, it takes 3 compared to standard permanent tattoos, which we recommend having between 6-15 sessions with visits every 6-8 weeks
Factors that affect laser tattoo removal
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential in ensuring a great outcome of tattoo removal. Keeping active and healthy will improve the speed at which your tattoo is removed. The healthier and more robust the immune system, the easier it will flush out the ink particles.
Risks and side effects of laser tattoo removal
There is a slight risk of scarring with laser tattoo removal, but this is very unlikely with the quality of our machines and operators. Our laser tattoo removal machine is one of the fastest and safest in Norwich.
Some temporary side effects include post-treatment redness, swelling, blisters, and irritation. These are all normal reactions and may last 5-14 days after the laser tattoo removal treatment In Norwich. These indicate that your body is healing as it should.
Although these effects may be uncomfortable, they positively signal your skin’s adaptability and ability to respond to the treatment adequately.
What to expect during a laser tattoo removal session
Before going ahead with laser tattoo removal in Norwich, we require a consultation and patch test. This allows you to come along, see the clinic and machine, and meet our experienced team of laser specialists in Norwich.
A personal treatment plan and pre and post-care will be created and discussed in full detail.
Images will be taken for our records to allow us to track your progress.
During the patch test, a small area of the tattoo will be exposed and cleaned. You and our Laser Tattoo Removal specialist will apply a pair of protective goggles each. The laser specialist will use a specific laser setting, placed close to the skin and applied to a small area at the edge of your tattoo. This will feel like very slight pins and needles.
During the complete treatment, as the laser energy is delivered into the tattoo, most clients compare getting laser tattoo removal to having a warm rubber band flicked against the skin, similar to the sensation of having the initial tattoo.
Although we appreciate that this could be more enjoyable, we assure you that we have taken every precaution to make laser tattoo removal as painless as possible.
To ensure your tattoo removal experience is as comfortable as possible, we use a specialist laser cooling system before, during and after your tattoo removal treatments to provide pain relief and protection for your skin. This counteracts the sensations of heat that you would feel from the laser.
Number of sessions required for complete tattoo removal.
Permanent Tattoos – from £45 per session, recommended course of between 8-10 treatments.
Semi-Permanent Makeup (Eyebrows) – from £65 per session, recommended course of 1-3 treatments.
Both with treatments every 6-8 weeks.
Laser Tattoo Removal prices differ depending on the size of the area. If the area is fully shaded, this would be classed as a larger area, and if it is an outline with a lot less shading, then the price would be reduced.
Starting at £45 per session
If you have any questions before going ahead or would like a price for laser tattoo removal, we offer telephone consultations, or please feel free to contact us.
Aftercare tips for laser tattoo removal
Your treated skin will be the most tender the first few days after receiving your laser tattoo removal at Norwich Face and Body Clinic. Our laser Tattoo Removal specialist will place a bandage over the treated area, and it is essential to leave this in place for 24-48 hours.
Avoid hot showers, baths or soaking your skin for 24 hours after the laser tattoo removal. When you shower, try to keep the treated skin out of the direct stream of water.
These scabs commonly fall off between 14-15 days after your treatment. Do not pick or otherwise irritate these blisters; they will drain and dry into scabs independently. We recommend to avoid unnecessary contact with the scabs to prevent scratching the skin.
Avoid sun exposure during the entire course of treatment.
Alternatives to laser tattoo removal
There are a few other alternative options to laser tattoo removal, such as saline removal. This can be very painful and has a high risk of scarring due to the removal method. This is an older style removal is not recommended.
We have successfully removed a range of tattoos on many of our lovely clients of all ages and even on some of our specialists.
Our safe laser tattoo removal treatment is like no other and an essential factor in laser tattoo removal. There are many machines on the market currently, all of which have different strengths. Due to this, the level of clearance and number of appointments will differ. So, if you have had an unsuccessful tattoo removal course, please do not feel disheartened; every machine is different, as is the amount of clearance.
Conclusion
If you want to remove a set of unloved semi-permanent eyebrows or for Laser tattoo removal in Norwich, you are in the best place.
We see around fifteen new clients wanting to remove a tattoo every week. Some people instantly regret a tattoo, and others have almost grown out of the tattoo or style; whatever your reason may be, we have one of the best medical-grade machines to remove an unwanted tattoo in Norwich.
Feel free to get in touch to book your free consultation and start your journey towards getting rid of that unwanted tattoo!
