Picosure Laser Tattoo Removal

Pre-Treatment

Before a PicoSure® Laser Tattoo Removal session, our medical team will conduct a thorough evaluation to assess your overall health, skin type, the location and the color of your tattoo. During the treatment, you might experience minor discomfort similar to the sensation of snapping a rubber band against the skin.

During

During the procedure, the PicoSure® device sends ultra-short pulses of energy into your skin, breaking up the tattoo ink. While you may see some whitening or frosting of the treated areas immediately post-treatment, this is temporary and normal part of the process.

Post-Treatment

Post-treatment, you might notice slight redness or swelling which typically subsides in a few hours or days. Generally, clients are able to return to their normal activities almost immediately post-treatment. 

Aftercare

It's also essential to note that the treated area should be protected from sun exposure and it is recommended to apply a high SPF sunscreen if you must be in the sun It's important to avoid direct sun exposure and to diligently follow the aftercare instructions provided by your technician. The body's lymphatic system will gradually flush out the shattered ink, leading to the fading of the tattoo over the course of several weeks post-treatment. Regular follow-up sessions will be scheduled depending on the complexity and color of your tattoo.

Patients generally report minimal discomfort during a PicoSure® laser tattoo removal procedure. Some describe the sensation as similar to the snapping of a rubber band against the skin. Keep in mind that everyone's pain threshold varies and your experience may not match exactly with others.

Should you feel concerned about pain, rest assured that we take your comfort seriously at Lifeways Integrative Wellness. Our trained professionals can apply a topical anesthetic prior to the procedure to ensure your comfort and minimize any potential discomfort.

PicoSure® offers superior results compared to conventional tattoo removal methods. Its advanced technology can effectively break down deep-set ink particles, thereby providing thorough removal. However, each person responds differently to treatment, hence individual outcomes may vary.

The longevity of results is typically permanent as the pigmentation from tattoo ink does not return once it is removed. It's important to understand that achieving optimal results takes time and typically requires multiple sessions. Patience, coupled with consistent adherence to your personalized treatment plan, ensures the best possible results.

If your tattoo was treated with a laser in the past and didn't fully clear, trying again with PicoSure could be a viable option. The cutting-edge technology behind PicoSure utilises ultra-short pulses that hit the ink particles with immense pressure causing them to shatter into dust-like particles. These minuscule particles are more readily absorbed and eliminated by the body, showing proven success even on dark, stubborn blue and green inks as well as previously-treated tattoos that weren't successfully cleared.

Additionally, you can indeed lighten your tattoo with PicoSure in preparation for a cover-up tattoo. However, it is usually recommended to wait about six weeks between your last treatment and getting the new tattoo to ensure optimal results and healing.