PMU & TATTOOS
LASER REMOVAL
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It is important to note that each tattoo and permanent makeup differs from one another, being performed at various depths and using different pigments, which affects the time required for their removal. In very rare cases, the pigments used in tattoos may contain iron oxide or titanium dioxide, which have strong molecular bonds. Even the most advanced lasers may struggle to break down such particles without damaging the surrounding tissue. In practice, this means that the tattoo becomes almost impossible to remove with a laser, limiting the options to surgical intervention. The only way to assess the situation is to perform the procedure and observe the degree of tattoo reduction after a few weeks.
The modern Q-Switch technology used in lasers enables the performance of highly effective treatments, such as:
- tattoo removal,
- permanent makeup removal.
The mechanism of the laser works by heating the dye present in the skin, leading to the fragmentation of pigment-containing cells. The broken-down pigment is absorbed by macrophages, and its remnants are eliminated and shed along with the epidermis. This process is repeated during subsequent sessions until satisfactory results are achieved for the client.
*Laser Treatment*
*Before the Procedure:*
There is no need for special preparation for the treatment.
PROCEDURE
The treatments are completely safe and generally painless; only more sensitive patients may experience slight pinching or burning sensations. There is no need to take time off work during the procedure – the only visible side effects are skin redness and lightening of hair (in the case of permanent eyebrow makeup removal), which subside within a few hours.
*After the Procedure:*
Impressive results and a mild post-treatment condition without scabs are due to the extremely short pulse of laser radiation. The reaction with the dye is so rapid that the skin absorbs almost no heat, resulting in a very comfortable post-treatment state. This is a true revolution in the tattoo removal process!
Contraindications
Contraindications for Laser Tattoo Removal
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Recently tanned skin (within 2 weeks of last tanning session)
• Tendency to form scars
• History of connective tissue disorders
• Use of oral isotretinoin and up to 3 months after finishing therapy
• Very large tattoo area (in such cases, the procedure is divided into two sessions)
• Dark skin phototypes
• Use of photosensitizing substances (e.g., calendula, St. John’s wort)
• Diabetes
• Blood clotting disorders
• Skin lesions in the tattooed area
• Use of painkillers, fever reducers, or vitamin E, A, or aspirin within 2 weeks prior to the procedure
• Use of antidepressants or other medications containing photosensitizing components
• Psoriasis
• Lichen planus
• Kidney failure (acute or chronic)
• Malignant tumors
• Multiple sclerosis
• Immunosuppression
• Scarring
• Certain medications (e.g., those containing isotretinoin)
• Vascular diseases
• Vitiligo
• Diabetes
• Thrombocytopenia
• Peripheral vascular diseases
• Anemia
• Blood coagulation disorders
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Mental health disorders
• Chronic illnesses
- Unrealistically high patient expectations.
The modern Q-Switch technology used in lasers enables the performance of highly effective treatments, such as:
- tattoo removal,
- permanent makeup removal.
The mechanism of the laser works by heating the dye present in the skin, leading to the fragmentation of pigment-containing cells. The broken-down pigment is absorbed by macrophages, and its remnants are eliminated and shed along with the epidermis. This process is repeated during subsequent sessions until satisfactory results are achieved for the client.
*Laser Treatment*
*Before the Procedure:*
There is no need for special preparation for the treatment.
Procedure Overview
Tattoo and permanent makeup removal is carried out in a series of sessions, during which the pigment gradually fades.
• Tattoos: typically require around 3–10 sessions.
• Permanent makeup: usually 2 sessions are sufficient, although in some cases, results can be achieved after just one session. More challenging cases may require up to 4 sessions.
A minimum interval of 4 weeks is necessary between sessions. This time allows the fragmented pigment to be properly absorbed and the skin to regenerate.
With each session, the tattoo becomes progressively lighter until it completely disappears. Thanks to the use of high-frequency laser waves, there is no damage to the epidermis or formation of scars.
The duration of the procedure depends on the size of the area being treated and can range from a few minutes to about an hour. For example, removing permanent eyebrow makeup takes approximately 5 minutes. The short duration of the procedure enhances patient comfort. However, it is important to note that the procedure may be uncomfortable, and the level of pain experienced depends on individual pain tolerance.
It happens that the immune system and macrophages stop effectively breaking down fragmented pigment, causing laser treatments to cease delivering noticeable results, with outcomes becoming less apparent with each subsequent session. Regardless of the location of pigmentation or its original color, any permanent makeup can be effectively removed using a chemical method with a remover.
