Laser Tattoo Removal

One laser cannot remove all colours of tattoo ink, so here at Juliette John we use a full range of Q- Switched laser technologies (QS Nd YAG 1064nm laser, QS 532nm laser and QS 694nm Ruby lasers) to offer you the best results available.

Avoid sun exposure for a few days before the treatment starts.

The treatment causes clients minimum discomfort, the sensation varies but is often described as a ‘flick of an elastic band’.

We ensure that all discomfort is minimised for our clients, and we offer cold air cryo freezing to clients to numb the treated area.

How fast you will see results depends on the colour and complexity of the tattoo, as well as other factors such as age of the client, tattoo age, skin type and the chemical composition of the tattoo. The depth and density of the ink, and where on the body the tattoo is can also affect the speed of results.

As with all medical procedures, there is small risk of potential side effects, including;

– Temporary blistering – a common but temporary side effect of tattoo removal.
– Erythema, bleeding, crusting and scabbing- a clean dressing and suitable healing ointments are recommended if this occurs
– Wheal/flare with erythema may last 2-4 hours
– Mild to moderate itching
– Pigment changes – both hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation are possible, however this should be temporary and last up to 6 months
– Thermal damage and scarring – this is less likely to happen since the laser does not affect the surrounding skin tissue.

In most cases, there are no side effects and the above potential side effects are limited to a small fraction of all treatments that are carried out.

This will vary depending on the size of the treatment area.

For 1-2 weeks after treatment:

• Wash and dry the treated area gently.
• Avoid UV exposure.
• Protect the skin with SPF50.
• Avoid strenuous exercise.