Laser tattoo removal technology has taken huge leaps in recent years, and the process is safer and more effective than ever! However, not every clinic uses the same equipment to carry out their treatments. One of the best options available today is Picoway tattoo removal, and that is what we offer here at Tattoo Removal Experts! What exactly is it though, and why is it so popular with patients all over London?
About Picoway
Picoway is a type of picosecond laser. In layman’s terms, this means that it delivers energy in ultra-short bursts that are measured in picoseconds, which translates to a trillionth of a second. This is much faster than other tattoo removal lasers that many of our competitors still use.
So, how does Picoway work? Well, instead of relying on heat, Picoway has a photoacoustic effect, and the pulses break tattoo ink into tiny particles. These are then naturally flushed away by your body’s immune system, just like with other forms of laser tattoo removal.
Picoway tattoo removal in London has several benefits when compared to other lasers, such as:
Better Results
Picoway’s higher pulse delivery allows for more effective ink breakdown per session. This means that in the long run, you will likely need fewer treatments to see the results that you are looking for. Stubborn inks such as green and purple respond much better to Picoway, too, making it possible to remove tattoos that would have been a lost cause a few years ago.
More Comfortable
The lasers previously used for tattoo removal often relied on heat to break down pigment. While this was effective, it did cause more pain and inflammation during and after treatment. Picoway’s ultra-short pulses generate less heat, which results in a much more comfortable experience for you! It also means faster healing with reduced risk of blistering, which in turn reduces your risk of scarring.
Suitable for More Skin Types
Some older laser technologies are not safe or effective for darker skin tones, and this is due to the risk of hyperpigmentation. Picoway, on the other hand, has been designed to be safe for a much wider range of skin types. So, if you have not been a suitable candidate for laser tattoo removal before, our Picoway treatment could be what you have been waiting for all this time!
Less Downtime
Thanks to Picoway’s photoacoustic effect, your skin experiences less trauma overall. This is thanks to the much lower levels of heat that your skin is exposed to. Most of our patients are able to get back to doing what they love with much less downtime, while, of course, following the aftercare required for laser tattoo removal.