We understand that when it comes to laser tattoo removal and darker skin types that your treatment options are often limited.
This is because for years, traditional lasers were only built to work on light and fair skin tones. If you use these types of laser treatments on darker skin tones, then you would run the risk of skin sensitivity, hyperpigmentation and damage to the surrounding tissue.
Thankfully, the advanced technology of the PicoWay laser treatment has completely changed the game. It uses picosecond technology to target all tattoo ink colours. But on top of this, it uses multiple wavelengths to ensure we only target the ink and not the melanin in darker skin types.
If you want to know more about how safe PicoWay tattoo removal is for dark skin, read on to hear from our laser treatment experts.
Or, if you are ready to start your tattoo removal journey, get in touch with our team to book a consultation and find out how you can achieve ink-free skin.
What is PicoWay laser tattoo removal?
If you are looking for a cutting-edge laser tattoo removal treatment, PicoWay laser is a great option. In fact, it is one of the best tattoo removal devices on the market because of its advanced laser technology.
It removes your unwanted tattoos by using ultra-short bursts of laser light energy. These pulses of laser light are also known as picoseconds.
Whereas other laser tattoo removal devices use heat to break down tattoo ink, PicoWay laser tattoo removal uses light energy to target the ink particles directly. This shatters the ink into smaller pieces, which is then flushed out naturally through your body’s immune system.
Not only does this speed and precision make it an effective treatment to remove all different tattoo ink colours, including green and blue ink, it also makes it safe for all skin types.
How does PicoWay laser tattoo removal work on all ink colours?
During your laser removal treatment, your skilled practitioner will use the PicoWay laser device to fire ultra-short bursts of laser light energy into your tattoo ink. This will break down the larger tattoo ink into much smaller particles, which can then be easily absorbed by your body and flushed out. This process happens over the following few weeks.
You might be asking yourself – does laser tattoo removal hurt? The answer is yes, it does. Sometimes as much or more than when you got the tattoo in the first place.
To ensure you feel minimal discomfort, we use a cryo machine, which blows cold air onto the skin throughout the treatment.
We do not use a numbing cream because this can change the texture of the skin and result in the tattoo removal process taking much longer.
Another benefit of PicoWay laser tattoo removal treatment is that it is faster and takes fewer treatments to remove a tattoo completely than other laser devices.
Each session is only a few seconds for small tattoos and no more than ten minutes for a large tattoo.
How is PicoWay laser tattoo removal safe for darker skin tones?
When it comes to treating darker skin tones it is all about using the right wavelength for your laser treatment.
This is where PicoWay stands out. It has multiple wavelengths to target a range of tattoo ink colours including black ink, green ink and yellow ink – all of which are known to be difficult to remove.
Here is how we use the different wavelengths to remove tattoos:
- 1064nm – ideal for dark colours such as back
- 730nm – best for blue and green ink
- 532nm – great for red, yellow and orange inks
But what does this mean for darker skin types? PicoWay laser treatment uses the 1064nm wavelength. This basically means that it will bypass the melanin in your skin and focus only on targeting the tattoo ink.
As a result, there is minimal risk of causing damage to the surrounding skin through heat damage or risk of scarring or hyperpigmentation in the treated area.
What results can you expect from PicoWay laser removal?
It’s true that you will need fewer sessions to have a tattoo completely removed with PicoWay than with other lasers. However, the number of sessions you need will depend on your tattoo type, location and size.
Here is the average number of treatments our clients need:
- 2-6 tattoo removal treatments to fade a tattoo
- 6-10 sessions to fully remove your unwanted tattoos
Each session is spaced around ten weeks apart to ensure that your skin has enough time to heal and that your body processes the broken-down ink particles.
During the healing process, you will need to follow our aftercare advice. This will include keeping the area clean and dry, avoiding sun exposure and using a cold compress in the first couple of days to reduce any redness and swelling.
Check out our blog on full aftercare advice.
Talk to us about starting laser tattoo removal
At Zapp Laser Studio, we are passionate about helping all clients achieve safe and effective tattoo removal.
We will tailor your laser tattoo removal treatment to your skin type, skin tone and type of tattoo. This will ensure that you get the most out of your treatment and see great results.
We currently offer PicoWay laser tattoo removal in our London Studio. In our other studios, we offer PicoSure tattoo removal.
If you are ready to say goodbye to your unwanted tattoos, get in touch with us via the link below.