How to remove a tattoo you no longer like

“A name, a date, a fashion faux pas from your youth… Don’t worry, even tattoos aren’t forever anymore.”

When is the best time to remove them?

As with almost all laser treatments, autumn and winter are the best times to take the plunge, just as This information comes from Clínica Premium Marbella. “The laser causes inflammation and, as with any inflammatory process of the skin, exposure to UV radiation should be avoided for a while to prevent hyperpigmentation of the area, that is, the inflamed area becoming darker, with a deep stain, than the surrounding skin.”, explains Dr. Javier Pérez Diez. “"That's why it's advisable that after tattoo removal sessions, the skin should not be exposed to the sun.".

What outcome can we expect?

The first thing you should know is that tattoos can't always be completely removed. “Tattoo removal requires as much skill from the laser professional as from the artist who created it.“, according to Clínica Premium Marbella. “"The expert professional's judgment, as well as the technology used, allows us to indicate to the patient the approximate result that will be obtained, which in many cases is indeed 100%.".

And what about the skin? Initially, “the skin becomes inflamed and takes on a whitish tone, turning reddish or purplish within minutes. These effects disappear after 30-60 minutes,” they explain. “Blisters may appear, which, upon drying, will turn into scabs that will gradually fall off, until after 10-12 days a lightening of the tattoo's density begins to be noticeable.” To avoid problems, they recommend “applying the antiseptic and anti-inflammatory cream prescribed by the specialist, washing the area with neutral soap, and not touching or scratching the blisters or scabs.”.