When ND YAG Q-Switched laser comes into contact with a tattoo the laser light is absorbed by the tattoo ink and it creates a photo acoustic shock wave that releases the heat from the tattoo and shatters into minute particles. When this response shatters the particles this is known as a photo mechanical effect. When the particles are shattered they are then able to be carried away by macrophages and leave the body through the lymphatic system, For this effect only, a Q-Switched laser can be used as a photo acoustic shock wave which is needed to create the photo mechanical effect. Using Lasers without Q-Switch will result in not removing the tattoo.
ND YAG Laser Q-Switch
ND stands for neodymium doped yttrium aluminium garnet, which is the medium the laser passes through. Q-Switched mode laser produces 2 beams: one in the infrared range, which, is 1064nm wavelength for darker/black tattoo removal, and a second beam of 532nm wavelength which is useful for light coloured tattoos and superficial skin lesions e.g. skin Pigmentation, Birthmarks and Thread Veins. Machines that are not Q-Switched cannot provide the desired results, as they are not powerful enough to shatter the tattoo ink particles.
How It Works?
What Types of Tattoos Can We Treat?
- Professional Tattoos – Placed 2-3mm in the dermis and usually with colours and dense ink. Note: Theses tattoos can be harder to remove and may require more sessions.
- Amateur Tattoos – Usually blue and black inks and are not as deep, ink may not be as dense making it easier to remove.
What Are The Benefits Of Laser Tattoo Removal With Us?
- Treats blue-black tattoo
- The most advanced technology for tattoo removal in the world today
- Safe and hygienic
- Reduced risk of scarring as the laser does not heat up the surrounding tissues
Without Q Switched mode the laser cannot produce enough high intensity energy in short pulses (nanoseconds) to shatter ink particles. This would result in less effective results - ND YAG Q-SWITCHED Laser machines remain the gold standard in the market as the power produced creates the mechanical effect to shatter and remove ink particles which other lasers can’t!
Procedure time
This depends on the size of the tattoo; a small tattoo might take 5 minutes, whereas a large, or multiple tattoos could take an hour or more of treatment,
Pain
The amount of pain felt will depend on the type of tattoo, the amount of treatment required and your own threshold. Some clients would describe it as no more than uncomfortable, where others will describe it as an elastic band flickering against your skin.
Recovery Time
No downtime, however, the treated area may feel very tender to touch and white gas bubbles will be apparent. It is important that the skin is looked after immediately after the treatment. The area must not be picked, especially if blisters appear. Keep the area clean and dry. Whilst healing Aloe Vera gel can be applied or an antiseptic cream for the next 3 days. You can apply cold compresses if necessary to reduce discomfort and inflammation. No scrubbing the area when showering or bathing and no exposure to sun without sunscreen. SPF 30 is recommended.
Side Affects
White gas bubbles may rise on the skin immediately. This is a good sign that the heat has been released from the shattered ink particles. This will disappear within 20 minutes of treatment. Pinpoint bleeding may occur as this is due to the tiny blood vessels within the skin erupting. This also should stop within 20 minutes. Skin redness may be present and temporary swelling due to the heat and intensity of the treatment. (All these side effects are considered normal and should clear up within 20 minutes).
Sessions needed
Customers will see a reduction after the first treatment. However, to completely remove a tattoo depending on the ink colour and how deep it is in the skin, it could take between 6-12 sessions with intervals of 6 weeks between treatments. In some clients, more sessions may be necessary for complete removal.
Note
It is encouraged to drink plenty of water after the treatment to flush out debris.
Offer - 30% off this treatment! If you are interested in this treatment, please don’t hesitate to get in touch to book your free consultation today!
1 SESSION(30% off) |
6 SESSIONS(30% off) |
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| Very minor area (1-3cm) | £65 | £46 | £325 | £228 |
| Minor area (4-8cm) | £110 | £77 | £550 | £385 |
| Intermediate area (9-15cm) | £180 | £126 | £900 | £630 |
| Major area (16 – 20cm) | £275 | £193 | £1,375 | £963 |