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Tattoo Removal After Care 

Please follow these instructions for the best results for your laser tattoo removal treatments:

  • If the area feels hot or swollen, the use of ice packs or aloe vera gel can improve your comfort and reduce erythema and swelling.
  • Mild swelling, redness, and tenderness are normal for up to one week. 
  • Over the following days blisters may form followed by a scab or thin crust. Any scabs or crusting should be allowed to fall off on their own.  The underlying skin will remain red for a few days to several weeks.
  • If pin-point bleeding has occurred, the area can be covered with a paraffin gauze dressing to avoid contact with clothing. Crusting may develop after a few days and this should be left to heal naturally.
  • If blistering or crusting occurs, do not pick or scratch the treated area as this could result in scar tissue formation.
  • Protect your skin from the sun for the first 2 weeks following treatment.  Use sunblock of at least SPF30 strength for 8 weeks after treatment.
  • Keep the area clean and dry. Do not use any lotions or creams on open skin as this may increase the risk of infection.
  • Showering/bathing is permitted after 24 hours. Gently pat the area dry; do not rub with a towel or washcloth as this may disrupt the crusting/scabbing process.
  • Do not apply make-up until all treated areas are dry and healed.
  • Skin can develop temporary lightening (hypo-pigmentation) or darkening (hyper-pigmentation) after laser treatment. Darkening can be worsened with sun exposure. Lightening usually occurs after multiple treatments.  Pigmentary changes can last 2-6 months, although in a small percentage of people, the change may be permanent.
  • If the treatment area shows signs of infection, i.e:- profound redness, pus, swelling or tenderness, medical attention must be sought immediately.
Tattoo Removal After Care | Northern Ireland 

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