Tattoo Removal

The q-switch laser will shatter coloured pigment in the skin, effectively removing the tattoo. 8-12 sessions are required for complete removal and they can be spaced 8-12 weeks apart.

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The harmony XL pro ClearLift can only target the colours black, dark blue, grey, red and orange.  

Blockout googgles will be provided for you during the session to help protect your eyes.

During the treatment, the laser will go over the tattooed area and cause a strong rubber band flick kind of sensation. The amount of sensation is dependant on the individual. If you are aware that you have a low pain tolerance, it is recommended that you apply numbing creaming at least 30min prior to the the session or according to the manufacturers instructions.  

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Immediately following treatment white 'frosting' will appear over the tattoo. It will fade over the week. During this process, the tattoo may appear darker while the body is trying to process the ink and then it will fade. This duration of this process is also individual to the person and the type of tattoo. 

• Not suitable for anyone who is taking prescription acne or photosensitising medication such as Accutane, Doxycycline etc. 

• No sun-tanning or self-tanners 4 weeks prior to pigment or vascular treatment (this includes spray tans, tanning lotions, tanning beds, direct sun exposure, etc ).

• Always wear 30+ sun protection 1 week prior to and during any course of laser treatment. And after the Treatment, avoid sun exposure and use broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen to prevent further sun damage.

• Avoid skin irritants, (products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl, peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents) as well as exfoliants/scrubs and skin bleaching creams for at least one week before the treatment. 

• Avoid treatments that irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks prior to treatment (waxing, peels, other skin treatments etc)

• Not suitable for anyone pregnant.

• Redness, swelling and itchiness will occur and will resolve with time depending on the individuals’ healing response. If the itchiness is unbearable then an anti-histamine may be taken to reduce the sensation. Do not scratch or touch the area. 

• Bruising  and pin point bleeding may occur and will resolve with time as well. 

• Scabs and blistering may form during this process. Please do not pick at it or pop the blister as it will increase the risk of hyper or hypopigmentation.

• Apply antiseptic cream or powder such as stratacel or medipulv antiseptic powder for the next week while it is healing to prevent infection. 

• Apply sunscreen or avoid sun exposure during the healing process to protect the new skin and prevent any potential hyper/hypopigmentation. 

• Avoid heat hot showers and tubs, saunas, sweating with exercise for 5-7 days. 

• A clean ice pack can be applied on the area to reduce swelling or bruising after the treatment 

• Avoid skin irritants (products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl, peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents) for at least a week post treatment.

• Notify us immediately if you have any concerns (blistering, excessive redness/swelling).