Tattoo Removal (Pico Laser)
Pico laser tattoo removal uses ultra-short pulses of laser energy to shatter tattoo ink into microscopic particles. These are then naturally cleared away by the body’s immune system over time. Compared with older tattoo lasers, Pico laser is faster, more effective, and safer for a wider range of skin types.
Consultation – Your Dermatologist assesses tattoo colour, age, depth, and your skin type
Treatment – Pico laser delivers pulses in trillionths of a second, breaking ink into fine particles
Clearance – The body’s immune system gradually removes ink particles over weeks
Repeat sessions – Required for most tattoos, spaced 6–8 weeks apart
How Pico Laser Tattoo Removal Works
What Tattoos Can Be Treated?
Black ink tattoos – respond best and usually fade fastest
Coloured tattoos – Pico laser can treat blues, greens, reds, and yellows more effectively than older lasers
Professional tattoos – usually need more sessions as ink is denser and deeper
Amateur tattoos – often fade more quickly as ink is more superficial
What to Expect
Treatment time – 10–45 minutes depending on tattoo size
Sensation – Feels like hot snapping on the skin; numbing cream or cooling can be used
Aftercare – Mild redness, swelling, and sometimes blistering for a few days
Results – Tattoos fade gradually after each session
Number of sessions – Usually 4–10 depending on ink type, density, and colour
Frequently Asked Questions
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It feels like hot snapping against the skin. Most patients tolerate it well with cooling or numbing cream.
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Yes, although black fades fastest. Pico laser has better success than older lasers with blues, greens, and reds.
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Most tattoos fade significantly, often to the point of invisibility. Complete clearance depends on ink depth, colour, and skin type.
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Each session is quick, but multiple sessions over months are required for best results.
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