A tattoo fades on the body's timeline, not the laser's.
Tattoo ink sits deep in the skin in particles too large for the body to clear on its own. Laser treatment breaks the ink into smaller fragments the body can gradually remove, so different colors, depths, and ink compositions fade at different rates over a series of sessions.
Why This Happens
Tattoo ink is deposited deep within the skin, where the particles are too large for the body to clear on its own, which is why a tattoo is designed to stay put. Laser tattoo removal delivers rapid, targeted energy that breaks the ink into smaller fragments the body can gradually process and eliminate. Different pigments absorb laser light differently, so some colors respond more readily than others, and the depth and density of the ink affect how many sessions it takes, which is why two tattoos that look similar can behave quite differently.
When Another Approach May Be Better
These options play different roles in the process. PicoWay delivers ultra-short pulses that fragment the ink so the body can clear it, while UltraClear can refine and renew the texture of the treated skin, and Medical Facials help keep that skin healthy between sessions.
PicoWay
A picosecond laser designed to fragment tattoo ink for progressive, effective fading.
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Supportive skin care that helps keep the skin healthy throughout the removal process.
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Reading the ink before we treat it.
Every tattoo is different, so we begin by looking at the ink colors, the depth and density of the design, its location, and the quality of the surrounding skin. Our Clinical Team considers your goals and skin type to recommend PicoWay for fading the ink, and where appropriate, UltraClear to refine texture or Medical Facials to support your skin through the process. We are always straightforward that removal is gradual and takes patience, and we will pace a plan that respects both your skin and your expectations.
- Anatomy
- Skin quality
- Skin type
- Lifestyle
- Downtime tolerance
- Medical history
- Long-term goals
- Budget, when appropriate
Honest expectations, real improvement.
We will never promise a specific outcome, because honest results depend on real factors:
Frequently Asked Questions
Begin with a conversation.
A consultation helps determine which options belong in your plan and what may be more appropriate.
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PicoWay
See how picosecond energy breaks down ink across a range of colors.
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Understand why a related skin concern is sometimes evaluated alongside removal.
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See how a physician evaluation determines where to begin and which approach fits your anatomy and goals.
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