Laser Tattoo Removal in Perth: What Really Happens When You Fade or Remove a Tattoo
Laser Tattoo Removal in Perth: What Really Happens When You Decide to Fade the Ink
Tattoos are small timestamps on your skin. They tell a story until they no longer feel like you. When that happens, laser tattoo removal becomes the next step.
At SKYN® in Subiaco, we use medical-grade Q-Switched laser technology to fade or remove unwanted ink effectively. Below is what actually happens under the skin!
How Laser Tattoo Removal Works
Our Q Switched laser sends very short, high-energy pulses into the tattoo. The pigment absorbs this energy, shatters into tiny particles, and your lymphatic system gradually clears those particles between sessions.
Treatments are spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart to allow your body time to clear the fragmented pigment.
Why Tattoo Location Matters
The location of your tattoo affects how quickly it fades. Tattoos on the upper arms, chest, back and torso generally respond faster than tattoos on the hands, feet or ankles because these areas have better blood and lymphatic circulation [1].
Better circulation means your body can clear broken-down ink more efficiently.
How Many Sessions Will You Need?
Tattoo removal typically requires 6 to 12 sessions or more, depending on the tattoo’s characteristics [2]. Larger tattoos, dense pigment and multicoloured designs often require additional sessions.
Professional vs Amateur Tattoos
Not all tattoos respond the same way:
- Amateur tattoos often sit more superficially and use less dense pigment, so they may fade more quickly.
- Professional tattoos usually contain more pigment placed deeper in the skin, which generally means more sessions [3].
Do you discuss laser tattoo removal safety in consultation?
Information relating to safety, suitability, and potential effects of laser tattoo removal is not discussed publicly.
This is because individual skin characteristics, tattoo composition, medical history, and other personal factors
must be assessed before accurate information can be provided.
During a personalised consultation, your practitioner will assess your tattoo and skin and discuss relevant
considerations based on professional clinical judgement. This ensures any information shared is appropriate,
individualised, and clinically guided before you make any decisions.
Laser Tattoo Removal – Consultation FAQs
Do you discuss costs in consultation?
Yes. Pricing is not provided publicly, as costs vary depending on individual factors such as tattoo size, colour,
depth, and complexity. These details are discussed during your consultation following assessment.
Do you discuss treatment timeframes in consultation?
Yes. Treatment duration, appointment length, and scheduling considerations are discussed privately during your
consultation, as these vary between individuals.
Do you discuss how many sessions may be required in consultation?
Yes. The number of sessions that may be appropriate is determined on an individual basis and discussed during your
consultation after assessment of your tattoo and skin.
Do you discuss fading tattoos for cover-up in consultation?
Yes. If your goal is partial fading rather than complete removal, this can be discussed during your consultation.
Your practitioner will assess whether this approach may be suitable for your circumstances.
Next step: If you are considering tattoo removal, we recommend booking a consultation so your
practitioner can assess your tattoo and discuss options that may be relevant to you.
[1] Heidemeyer K, Feldmeyer L, Raeber I, et al. Successful Treatment of Iatrogenic Cutaneous Siderosis with Pigment Lasers: A Retrospective Study. Acta Derm Venereol. 2020;100(10):adv00148. [2] Kirby W, Desai A, Desai T, et al. The Kirby-Desai Scale: A Proposed Scale to Assess Tattoo Removal Treatments. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2009;2(3):32–37. [3] Ibid. (Professional tattoos typically sit deeper and contain denser pigment than amateur tattoos, influencing removal time.) [4] Alster TS & Bryan H. Laser Tattoo Removal: Clinical Considerations and Techniques. Dermatol Clin. 2017;35(2):113–117.
