How Many Laser Tattoo Removal Sessions Will I Need?

Sometimes you get a tattoo that you end up regretting. Laser tattoo removal can help fade a tattoo or even erase it from the skin. But you may be wondering about how many laser tattoo removal sessions you will need for the best results.

What is Laser Tattoo Removal? 

We use the Q-switched Alexandrite laser for laser tattoo removal to target your tattoo’s ink pigments. The laser breaks apart the ink pigments without harming the skin. Because the laser does not directly harm the skin, it is uncommon for any scarring to occur. 

How Many Laser Tattoo Removal Sessions Will I Need? 

On average, the amount of laser tattoo removal sessions you will need is between six to eight sessions. The exact amount of sessions total will depend on how old your tattoo is, the size of the tattoo, and what color the ink pigment of the tattoo is.

Older tattoos are easier to remove than newer ones because they’ve had time to fade. Smaller tattoos also can be easier to remove than larger ones. Darker colors like black tend to be removed more quickly compared to lighter pigments like yellow. Darker-colored pigments are more easily removed because they absorb more of the laser, and therefor break down more efficiently.

What Results Will I See From Laser Tattoo Removal? 

What results you see from laser tattoo removal will depend on the tattoo you want to remove. Sometimes even with multiple sessions, the light shadow of the tattoo will remain. Regardless, if you wish to receive another tattoo where the one you get laser tattoo removal on is, it will be the perfect canvas for a new tattoo. 

Am I a Good Candidate for Laser Tattoo Removal? 

Almost anyone with a regrettable tattoo can qualify for laser tattoo removal. We recommend that you resolve any skin infection or skin conditions such as psoriasis before seeking laser tattoo removal with us. A good candidate should also be generally healthy – this can help significantly with the healing process. 

Take the Next Step

If you’d like to learn more about laser tattoo removal, please fill out the form on this page or call (562) 997-1144. Laser Skin Care Center proudly serves the Long Beach, CA area and offers a variety of cosmetic dermatology services.

*Individual results may vary.