For the past couple of decades, technology has greatly improved the ability to remove tattoos especially with the ND Yag laser. ND Yag laser can successfully lighten or eliminate a variety of tattoos with minimal risk of scarring or permanent side-effects.
ND Yag laser is considered the best method for complete tattoo removal, and are employed by thousands of healthcare and aesthetics practitioners worldwide.
How does it work?
The ink used to create a tattoo contains heavy metals that allow the ink to remain on your skin permanently. The laser tattoo treatment breaks down the heavy metal which allows the body to dissolve the ink which intern slowly removes the tattoo.
How long does it take?
Each treatment only takes around 20 minutes. Depending on the type of ink and the size of your tattoo you will need anything between 6 and 12 treatments. Treatments are done 4 to 6 weeks apart.
Can any tattoo be removed?
Mostly yes, determining factors are the size of the tattoo, age and type of ink used. You’re welcome to book an appointment for a free assessment.
What colours can be removed?
ND Yag laser can remove black, brown, red and orange tattoos. Yellow and light green do lift, but require many more sessions to lighten significantly. The closer the colour is to black, the better the results that can be achieved.
Will the laser remove the tattoo completely?
Everybody is different. With some people the tattoo lifts very nicely, and some the actual skin underneath the tattoo will not be completely Tattoo-free after a certain amount of sessions. The skin will still show a shadow of ink, however you won’t be able to see what the tattoo looked like.
How much does laser tattoo removal cost?
Laser tattoo removal prices range from R 250 upwards . The cost to remove your tattoo depends on its size and detail.