Laser Treatments

Laser Tattoo Removal Risks

Going to a laser tattoo removal treatment center is a popular way to remove an unwanted tattoo. Laser treatments involve a laser/light entering the skin and breaking up the tattoo ink pigments which are located in the deep layers of skin.

While some consumers are under the impression that their tattoo will disappear after one laser treatment, the truth is that like every effective tattoo removal option, it will take multiple applications to produce results.

While laser tattoo removal is an effective way to help erase an unwanted tattoo, there are multiple risks involved, which is why our staff recommends using tattoo removal creams.

Laser Tattoo Removal Drawbacks

One of the most substantial drawbacks to laser treatments is the pain involved. Many consumers report that the laser treatments are more painful than getting the initial tattoo was. This is because the laser is essentially burning through the skin in order to reach the ink pigments. Unfortunately, by burning through the skin, there is always the risk of scarring the skin.

Finally, the cost of laser tattoo removal treatments are very prohibitive and can cost upwards of $10,000 for larger, more detailed tattoos.

Alternative Tattoo Removal Options

Because of the risks and cost associated with laser tattoo removal, many consumers use tattoo removal treatments such as a topical tattoo removal cream. Tattoo removal creams take a little longer to produce results, but they are painless (with the exception of TCA based creams) and more importantly are far less expensive. Visit our product review pages to see a detailed examination of the most popular tattoo removal cream options including Tat Med, Profade and Wrecking Balm.