If you’re thinking about having a tattoo removed, it’s only natural to wonder if it is painful. The simple answer? While laser tattoo removal isn’t entirely pain-free, it is manageable, and we are here to support you throughout the entire process. Here at Tattoo Removal Experts, we provide treatment that is effective and keeps discomfort to a minimum. Here is everything you need to know.
What Does Laser Tattoo Removal Feel Like?
Everyone is different, but most people describe laser tattoo removal as feeling like an elastic band is being snapped against your skin. Others say it is similar to the sensation of being tattooed. The key thing is that using a laser for tattoo removal is a quick process, with sessions typically taking a few minutes or more, depending on the size of your tattoo. This brings us on to our next point!
How Painful Is It Compared to Getting a Tattoo?
Many of the people who come to us for tattoo removal find the treatment to be less painful than getting the tattoo in the first place. While tattooing involves a long time in the chair while the artist carries out their work, laser removal is delivered in short bursts of energy that are over quickly. So, while it might be uncomfortable, you won’t have to put up with the sensation for long at all.
Why Choosing the Right Provider Matters
The level of pain you experience during laser tattoo removal can be heavily influenced by the person carrying out the treatment. We take the time to understand your concerns and will talk you through the process step by step, so that we can figure out the best way of keeping you comfortable during your sessions.
We know that there are all kinds of things that can influence how uncomfortable the tattoo removal process is, from where the tattoo is located to how old it is. We also recognise that everyone experiences pain differently. Some people breeze through their sessions, while others are a little more sensitive. We take this into account and, wherever possible, will make adjustments to suit your needs.
What You Can Do
There are a few steps that you can take to keep pain to a minimum during your laser tattoo removal treatment, including:
- Stay well-hydrated in the days leading up to your session.
- Avoid alcohol or caffeine on the day of treatment, as they can increase your pain sensitivity and anxiety levels.
- Apply a topical numbing cream beforehand. These are available from high street pharmacies.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing that won’t rub against the treated area afterwards.
- Use ice packs immediately after your session to soothe the area.
Choosing us means that you will be able to take advantage of fantastic aftercare advice, which we take the time to tailor to each individual for the best possible results.
Talk to Us
To find out more about laser for tattoo removal and what you can expect from your treatment, please get in touch with us today. We can’t wait to hear from you and answer all of your questions.