The decision to get tattoos is not always an afterthought. It happens that after some time we no longer want to see on our body drawings or inscriptions that we once liked or had symbolic meaning. With help come modern methods to get rid of unwanted tattoos. One of them is the Q-Switch laser. Find out how it works?
Q-Switched Laser
Q-Switch tattoo removal is one of the most modern methods to get rid of tattoos from the skin. It allows complete removal of even those large and multicolored drawings, while leaving no scars on the skin.
At Beauty Skin Clinic, this equipment is successfully used to remove all kinds of tattoos, blemishes or permanent makeup.
How does Q-Switch work?
The operation of the Q-Switch is based on a beam of light of variable length, the time of which is counted in nanoseconds. The wavelength depends on the type of discolouration or tattoo and the pigments used. The 1064 nm beam works well for removing dark colors, such as black, blue and green, while the 532 nm wavelength is for brighter colors, such as red, yellow, orange. The laser breaks down the ink particles, resulting in their removal. The micro-damage that occurs during the procedure helps gradually get rid of the unwanted tattoo.
Advantages of Q-Switch
- Precision – the light pulse from the device reaches the deepest parts of the skin and breaks down the pigment particles. The beam is directed only at the carcass, so other tissues are not exposed to damage.
- Versatile application – Q-Switch is not just a method of laser tattoo removal. It’s also a great solution for many other skin problems – it’s ideal for removing various types of discoloration or failed permanent makeup, for example.
- Safety – only the ink is removed, and the remaining skin tissues are not damaged.
How many treatments are needed to remove a tattoo?
Experts at Beauty Skin stress that the number of treatments is an individual issue. It all depends on the quality and depth of the tattoo. With black tattoos it is usually 6 to 8 series.
Is the Q-Switched laser treatment painful?
Local anesthesia is used for the procedure, it gives great comfort to the patient, and pain sensations are negated. The skin usually heals for about 6 weeks.
Contraindications to performing the procedure
- Tanned skin (especially a tan acquired in the last 2 weeks, in the case of a tanning bed 30 days)
- vitiligo
- inflammations and infections of the skin
- cancer
- scars
- psoriasis in its active form
- hypersensitivity to light
- renal failure
- diabetes
- pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Consumption of alcohol and herbs: among others. Calendula, St. John’s wort, chamomile, field horsetail
Tattoo removal price
The cost of the procedure depends on the size of the tattoo. At Beauty Skin clinic, the price is set individually during a free consultation.
Tattoo removal today can be painless and, most importantly, effective. Thanks to modern methods, we can easily get rid of unwanted tattoos from our bodies. For more information, visit beautyskin.com.co.uk.