Removing Tattoos Without Damaging the Skin
Although tattoos remain a growing trend among younger generations, it’s also true that as people age, there’s an increasing tendency to remove or erase these “inks” with lasers, even though they were once considered lifelong. Several experts have suggested that competitiveness in the job market could be one reason behind this new trend of erasing names, drawings, and other designs from the body. However, Esther Roy, a specialist in clinical applications for Cynosure in Spain and Portugal, argues that while career-related reasons are significant factors in this decision, other motives also play a role.
Here are some considerations to keep in mind if you’re thinking about getting a tattoo, as well as factors to consider if you want to remove a specific one from your skin:
Reasons to Remove a Tattoo
Heartbreak, for example, is the second most common reason people visit aesthetic clinics to erase a tattoo. “Many people remove the name of an ex-partner, either because they want to replace it with a new one in the same spot or because they simply don’t want it anymore.”
As for age, though there are always exceptions, it’s surprising that the average age is around thirty—perhaps because this is the typical age group actively seeking employment. Regarding gender, men currently make up the majority of clients “because they’ve always gotten more tattoos,” though Roy notes that “this profile may change in the future.”
The Tattoo and Body Location
The most common areas are the inner wrist and ankles, especially exposed areas like the back or arms. There’s a misconception that tattoos can’t be fully removed, but this expert points out that it’s possible thanks to new laser technology, even for the most challenging ones with colored ink: green, light blue, yellow, orange, and fluorescent tones. Plus, it leaves no scars or marks and works on all skin types.
“All types of tattoos can be removed, though black and dark ones are the easiest, as they’re the most common colors used in small and medium-sized tattoos.”
No Scarring
Among the latest generation of Q-switched lasers approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), this laser stands out because it features distinct wavelengths that allow for the treatment and removal of all tattoos without scarring. Its technology is based on a photoacoustic technique, meaning it delivers concentrated energy in a very short pulse, “bursting” the pigment without harming surrounding tissue. It differs from other lasers on the market because it emits energy with a flat, high-energy beam profile, free of peaks or “hot spots,” offering great efficacy and safety with minimal damage to surrounding tissue, especially the skin.
The treatment protocol depends on factors like the amount andස type and depth of the design, and size, which determine the number of sessions needed. Typically, it takes between 3 and 10 sessions, scheduled monthly. As for potential burns, “there’s always a risk with lasers,” Roy adds, “which is why it’s essential to trust experienced professionals.” Source: Salud180.com
Q-Switched Laser Technology
Due to the unstoppable popularity of tattoos over the past decade, the demand for removal treatments has also grown exponentially. Tattoos are created by injecting colored pigments into small punctures made in the skin. Regardless of the experience or training of the person applying the pigment, the marks or designs are relatively permanent. But with the Q-Switched laser, any tattoo can be successfully removed.
It’s important to consider the ink color of the tattoo, as this largely determines the success of the laser treatment. Dark inks like blue, black, and red respond best to treatments. Orange and purple inks respond well. Green and yellow inks may require additional sessions. Generally, the older the tattoo, the easier it is to remove.
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Benefits for the Patient
– A very safe way to remove unwanted tattoos.
– Effective treatment for both dark and light inks.
– Spectacular results after several sessions.
– Painless treatment with no downtime.