Tattoo removal or tattoo clearing is a method used for eradicating old tattoos or those that have been poorly applied. In the past, surgical methods and dermabrasion were used for tattoo removal which are relatively less effective compared to laser. For eyebrow tattoo removal, fruit acid was (and still is) used, but the best method for tattoo removal is utilizing a Q-switched laser. Other lasers that are used for skin applications are not suitable for tattoo removal at all.
An important aspect of Q-switched lasers is the brand and price, which due to their differences, result in varying efficiencies and qualities of tattoo removal. That is, the efficiency and quality of a 10 million Tomans Q-switched laser in removing tattoos will differ and be much better than a Q-switched laser priced at 300 million Tomans.
A question that may arise for you is about the quality of different devices. It can be said that if a low-quality and cheap device is used to remove your tattoo, it could potentially cause scarring including necrosis or keloid formation. However, with the best Q-switched lasers and in the best scenario, your tattoo after a few sessions will become very faint and appear as a slightly darker halo than your skin.
Given the high cost of tattoo removal lasers, the price of tattoo removal sessions will also be higher. Therefore, be aware not to be fooled by cheap offers or guarantees by the practitioner, and always research and inquire about the results from customers or visitors of the particular center to check whether they have had any bad scarring after the procedure.
In general, even with the best possible tattoo removal, using the best equipment and after several sessions, your skin will not return to its original and healthy state. There will likely remain a dark spot that is darker than your surrounding skin, and according to statistics from our clients, they eventually end up getting a new tattoo to cover this spot, but in a better place.
Therefore, our suggestion to you is that if you want to remove an old tattoo, first consult with an experienced tattoo artist and after evaluating whether to get a cover-up tattoo or not, then proceed with laser tattoo removal.
It’s possible that after one or two laser sessions your tattoo may fade enough to be coverable, which would mean you won’t need to spend additional money on extra laser sessions.