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Picoway Tattoo Removal-----HairFree Laser Center - Encino, CA
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So I decided to get my tattoos removed once the...
SittanJune 18, 2015
WORTH IT
So I decided to get my tattoos removed once the new Picoway laser came out. I had debated for some time whether to use the Picosure or Picoway, but chose the latter due to the wavelength (1064nm) which is said to penetrate into the skin the deepest.
The picosecond technology shows such promising results, so I hope my are equally amazing. I've attache picture of the tattoos before the procedure. I just had my first procedure on 6.17 and have attached a photo of the larger tattoo. I will attach more photos throughout the entire process.
As for the procedure------I had no experience with tattoo removal. The staff (Nurses Yelena and Nicole) were phenomenal and made me feel extremely comfortable. I was nervous about the paint so they performed a test spot on my ring finger tattoo first to get my acclimated to what was coming.
The pain was intense----but not unbearable. It definitely felt like what most describe as hot rubber bands snapping into your skin. I didn't look at my tattoos while the procedure was performed, but I noticed that the pain from the laser tends to radiate. In other words, it was hard for me to tell what part they were lasering, as the pain from the laser tended to not be isolated in one area but rather spread over my entire forearm.
After the procedure there was general burning and discomfort in the area akin to a severe sunburn. This dissipated after a few hours. As I write this today, the area is still red and inflamed-----but had no blisters and only very minor pinpoint bleeding. Will post more pics.
I am spacing my sessions out to get the maximum results. Cheers until then and will post updates!
B
The picosecond technology shows such promising results, so I hope my are equally amazing. I've attache picture of the tattoos before the procedure. I just had my first procedure on 6.17 and have attached a photo of the larger tattoo. I will attach more photos throughout the entire process.
As for the procedure------I had no experience with tattoo removal. The staff (Nurses Yelena and Nicole) were phenomenal and made me feel extremely comfortable. I was nervous about the paint so they performed a test spot on my ring finger tattoo first to get my acclimated to what was coming.
The pain was intense----but not unbearable. It definitely felt like what most describe as hot rubber bands snapping into your skin. I didn't look at my tattoos while the procedure was performed, but I noticed that the pain from the laser tends to radiate. In other words, it was hard for me to tell what part they were lasering, as the pain from the laser tended to not be isolated in one area but rather spread over my entire forearm.
After the procedure there was general burning and discomfort in the area akin to a severe sunburn. This dissipated after a few hours. As I write this today, the area is still red and inflamed-----but had no blisters and only very minor pinpoint bleeding. Will post more pics.
I am spacing my sessions out to get the maximum results. Cheers until then and will post updates!
B
Replies (4)
March 11, 2018
Wow 14 tx! When did you start exactly how long do u leave between? Why do u think its taken so long? Do u have any skin issues during the removal? How many more do u expect to have for full clearance ? Best wishes
UPDATED FROM Sittan
2 days post
Two days post Treatment 1
SittanJune 19, 2015
So here is what the area looks like two days after my first treatment. I'm not really expecting any fading after a day or even weeks. But if it happens great! I'm getting treated by the best laser on the market. This whole process is like watching paint dry on a wall lol.
UPDATED FROM Sittan
15 days post
Two weeks post Treatment 1
SittanJuly 2, 2015
Hi everyone!
I am now two weeks post my first treatment. Right now the scab/skin is starting to peel off my tattoo on my forearm. After the treatment, I kept it covered and applied antiobiotic ointment for three days. I then started applying aquafor to hydrate the area for another week or so...and then I stopped in order to let the area scab/flake off.
Thus far, I see no scarring or pigmentation issues. As areas flake away the tattoo appears more faded but is not missing any areas or anything too drastic. It's a process so we will see how this plays out over the next year...no matter how many sessions it takes I'm going allllll the way.
The ring finger tattoo looks more faded than it was prior to treatment. It hasn't scabbed or flaked my forearm though...yet. I hope everyone is doing well!
-B
I am now two weeks post my first treatment. Right now the scab/skin is starting to peel off my tattoo on my forearm. After the treatment, I kept it covered and applied antiobiotic ointment for three days. I then started applying aquafor to hydrate the area for another week or so...and then I stopped in order to let the area scab/flake off.
Thus far, I see no scarring or pigmentation issues. As areas flake away the tattoo appears more faded but is not missing any areas or anything too drastic. It's a process so we will see how this plays out over the next year...no matter how many sessions it takes I'm going allllll the way.
The ring finger tattoo looks more faded than it was prior to treatment. It hasn't scabbed or flaked my forearm though...yet. I hope everyone is doing well!
-B
Replies (4)
August 28, 2015
hey, I think that bigger tattoo is starting to fade a little bit....how much do you pay for picoway session? I think that you should try Sinon Ruby laser, it is highly effective on black tats.
Welcome to the community, I am so glad that you have decided to share you journey with us. I wish you all the best on your removal. Do you mind me asking what made you decide to remove you tattoos?