Laser tattoo removal is a significant advance in aesthetic dermatology, and a properly medical option for anyone wanting a tattoo taken off. The procedure is non-invasive: the laser targets the ink pigments selectively, leaving the surrounding skin sound. Settings can be adapted to tattoos of different sizes and colours. Sessions are short and well tolerated, and the pigment is broken down progressively, so results build over the course of treatment. We are glad to discuss what you have in mind and take you through the procedure.
You have changed, your taste has changed, and the tattoo no longer says anything about who you are. Laser removal lets you leave that choice behind.
Unlike other methods, the laser targets the ink specifically and leaves the skin itself intact. It breaks the pigment into fragments small enough for the body to clear naturally.
Whatever the size or the colours of your tattoo, the laser can be adjusted to it. It is a versatile answer, whatever the tattoo.
Sessions are generally short and easy to fit around your day. There is no extended downtime, so you can get back to normal activities quickly.
Several sessions are usually needed, and the result becomes visible as they go. Each one takes you closer to the skin you want back. Sessions are spaced 4-6 weeks apart on average.
It starts with a consultation
Everything begins with a consultation. We look at how the technology applies to your particular tattoo, and talk through what you can reasonably expect.
The passing discomfort varies from one person to another, but most patients describe it as a light prickling sensation. Anaesthetic creams can be used to keep it to a minimum.
The number of sessions depends on several things: the size of the tattoo, its colours and how deep the ink sits. As a rule, at least 5 sessions are needed to get the best out of the treatment.
Carried out by qualified practitioners, laser tattoo removal is safe. Side effects such as temporary redness are minor, and scarring is very rare when the aftercare instructions are followed.
Current laser technology adapts to a wide range of skin types and tattoos, including different colours. A consultation beforehand is essential, however, to assess what is realistic in each particular case.
Yes. Once the course of treatment is finished, the results are permanent. It is important, though, to follow the aftercare advice and to avoid excessive sun exposure so that the skin heals as well as it can.
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Page last reviewed 8 September 2026.
The consultation is where we examine your skin, make sure nothing rules the treatment out, and tell you whether this technique is the right answer to what you are asking for.
