We all, at some point in our lives like to get a tattoo on our bodies for different reasons. It can be for something meaningful or just for fun or out of boredom. However, not all of us like to keep a permanent mark on our skin for our entire lives. That’s when laser-tattoo removal comes to your rescue

What is Laser-Tattoo removal?

This medical procedure involves using a laser which breaks up the pigment colours in our skin with high intensity beam to remove tattoos. Tattoo ink is found beneath the layer of the skin and therefore, it requires a medical procedure for removal and more expensive than getting a tattoo in the first place.

The success of such medical procedure depends of upon the kind of the tattoo itself. There are two kinds of tattoos, black and coloured.

In this procedure, Q-switch lasers are used which release powerful pulse energy thereby breaking down the ink pigmentation in your skin and leading to tattoo removal.

Types of tattoos

1. Black/Amateur tattoos

Black tattoos are comparatively easy to remove than coloured ones because they aren’t deeply penetrated into the skin. Black pigment absorbs all kinds of laser wavelengths, thereby making it the easiest tattoo to remove. While other colours require specific lasers based upon their pigmentation.

They can be removed in just 2-3 sittings. However, it depends upon the size and age of your tattoo.

1. Coloured/Professional Tattoos

Such tattoos are deeply penetrated into the skin and therefore more complex to remove. It can take up to 5-6 sittings to remove such tattoos.

In both the cases, the colour of your skin and the penetration of tattoo ink into your skin can make a difference as to how effective the laser surgery would be in tattoo removal.

Risks involved

Laser tattoo removal is considered safe but is not a guaranteed solution to your unwanted tattoo. After the treatment, the natural pigmentation of your skin might be affected or the procedure might cause allergies on your skin.

So, it is always best to talk to your doctor before undergoing such a procedure. Dr. Jyoti Sharma is the best tattoo removal expert in Delhi. At Vardaan Clinic, she believes in giving the best dermatology treatment to her patients.

In conclusion,

Tattoos are supposed to be a permanent mark on your skin and therefore their removal can be a complex procedure. It is never guaranteed that your skin will become as new as before without leaving any scars. There are many other treatments such as surgery, dermabrasion, etc.

However, it is always best to first take advice from your doctor before making a decision.