Question 1

HOW DOES LASER TATTOO REMOVAL WORK?

Accepted Answer

Laser tattoo removal works by using specific wavelengths of laser to do two things to the existing, unwanted, tattoo:
1. Solidify the ink
2. Shatter that solidified ink into countless little pieces
 
The body, then, takes those tiny particles of shatttered ink and processes them naturally through your lymphatic system. It does not cause “blood poisoning”, harm the liver, or cause cancer.

Question 2

ARE ALL LASERS USED FOR TATTOO REMOVAL THE SAME?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. There are many technical distinctions between lasers that most clients don’t know to look for. And, there are different techniques that can make the treatments more – or less – effective. Using inadequate lasers or techniques can also lead to scarring, changes in skin pigmentation, and leftover ink. We use the Astanza Trinity, with more power available compared to its “competitors” – such as the Revlite laser, Picosure laser, Picoway laser, or the Enlighten laser.

Question 3

HOW LONG DOES A TREATMENT TAKE?

Accepted Answer

It only takes a few seconds per inch! So, the total time depends on how big the tattoo is, but, generally only takes a few minutes :)

Question 4

HOW MUCH DOES LASER TATTOO REMOVAL COST, PER TREATMENT (AND WHAT’S THE OVERALL PRICE?)"

Accepted Answer

The cost, per treatment, depends on the size and complexity of the tattoo. You can text the office for a FAST and FREE estimate (505-888-3733.) The number of treatments needed depends on the darkness of the tattoo, color of ink(s), the depth and amount of ink, and many other variables.

Question 5

DO TATTOO REMOVAL CREAMS WORK?

Accepted Answer

We wish they did (for our clients’ sake), but, sadly, they don’t (at least not well!) We’ve had many, many clients try them, and we’ve heard everything from “it didn’t do anthing” to “it burned and scarred my skin”. One client said it seemed to lighten his tattoos about 10-15%, but it took about a year to do it (and he got tired of buying it every month.)

Question 6

ARE THERE WAYS TO REMOVE TATTOOS FROM HOME?

Accepted Answer

Not safely or well! We’ve had many clients try to sand off their tattoo, erase their tattoo with a pencil eraser, cut their tattoos out, or dremmel their tattoo… but, they come here when they’re left with scarring, and persistent tattoo ink. The ink is simply too deep to safely remove at home!

Question 7

WHAT ABOUT TATTOOING OVER THE TATTOO WITH ACID?

Accepted Answer

We’ve seen a lot of clients try this, too. They are left, virtually every time, with a scar and persistent tattoo ink.

Question 8

DOES LASER TATTOO REMOVAL HURT (HOW MUCH PAIN SHOULD I EXPECT WITH MY LASER TATTOO REMOVAL TREATMENTS?)

Accepted Answer

Some colors hurt more than others, but, we try to make it as comfortable as possible for you. We offer FREE topical anesthetic (“numbing cream”). We also use a special piece of equipment (Zimmer) that was designed to help numb the skin. It does this by blowing very cold air on the area. Injectable anesthetic is available, if needed.

Question 9

WHAT AFTERCARE IS NEEDED AFTER LASER TATTOO REMOVAL?

Accepted Answer

You simply need to keep the area protected from trauma (rubbing aggressively against clothing, for example), and keep it clean. Some clients like to use a triple antibiotic ointment, such as neosporin. We don’t recommend swimming in swimming pools or using hot tubs during the healing process.

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