Patch Test & Consultation for Laser Tattoo Removal

(Refundable at Your First Session)

Before starting your laser tattoo removal treatment, all new clients are required to complete a skin patch test at least 48 hours prior to their first session.

This test ensures that the laser energy is optimally absorbed, allowing the pigment to break down efficiently and enhancing the overall results.

The patch test shows how your tattoo pigment reacts to the laser, helping the specialist determine the number of sessions needed to reach your desired outcome.

Those “stains” and “shadows” you hear about are called hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation.

Hyperpigmentation is the darkening of the skin, can sometimes happen after laser tattoo removal, especially in people with darker skin tones. This occurs because the laser not only targets the tattoo ink but can also impact the melanin, the pigment responsible for skin colour, resulting in a darker patch in the treated area. While this condition is usually temporary and tends to fade over time, it can linger for some individuals.

Hypopigmentation refers to the lightening of skin, can be an unintended consequence of laser tattoo removal. This happens when the laser not only targets the tattoo ink but also affects nearby pigment cells, leading to lighter areas on the skin. Although this condition is usually temporary, it can occasionally last for months or even years, and in rare instances, it may become a permanent change.

By evaluating your skin’s healing response to the laser, we can significantly reduce the chances of complications such as scarring or changes in pigmentation.

The cost of the patch test is refundable during your first session of laser tattoo removal. Duration: 30 minutes £35