Laser hair removal is an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure that utilizes a concentrated beam of light to target hair follicles, however tattoo pigment can attract laser beams which could damage them as well as cause potential ink contamination.
Laser hair removal on tattooed areas should be avoided to avoid blisters and scarring; thus, experts advise against doing it there.
What Can Be Done?
Laser hair removal is a popular cosmetic procedure, involving the application of an intense beam of light to target areas where unwanted hair growth has taken hold on the body. The light energy produced by the laser heats up both pigments and hair follicles until they’re destroyed – no more hair growth! Lasers are generally safe to use on many parts of the body but may pose risks when used near tattooed areas due to inability of laser to differentiate between dark tattoo pigments and those in hair follicles – possibly leading to distortion or color change or even damage due to intense heat produced by intense laser beam.
There are various effective solutions for removing hair in the area of a tattoo, such as shaving, epilating and waxing – each method being safer than laser treatments as it will not damage or burn the surrounding skin. Before being used though they must first be completely hair free before use can begin and may need to be repeated often depending on an individual’s hair growth rate.
As well as these options, laser hair removal can also be performed on an area where there is an existing tattoo present; however, this must be planned carefully with an experienced practitioner and only carried out on un-tattooed skin with two to three centimeters between it and the tattoo to prevent damage or fadeding of its image.
People looking to get tattoos and who need hair removed using laser treatments should ideally have their treatments before placing the tattoos; this will not only ensure smooth and hair-free skin after the tattoo has been applied but will also ensure its optimal presentation on clean canvas. Alternatively, those who already have tattoos but are looking to have unwanted hair removed after healing has taken place but before it regrows may opt to have laser removal done post healing but before hair regrowth begins.
What Can’t Be Done?
Laser hair removal is an increasingly popular treatment option for eliminating unwanted body hair. It provides men and women alike with a safe, long-term alternative to shaving, waxing, plucking and other traditional hair removal methods that require constant upkeep – although many tattooed individuals fear undergoing this procedure due to concerns that laser light could potentially alter or distort their prized artwork – this fear is understandable, since no one wants their masterpiece altered beyond recognition! Unfortunately however, many fear undergoing laser treatment for fear that its light will affect their artwork forever, changing its vibrant colors or distortion; something no one wants.
Lasers designed for tattoo removal are much more powerful than those used to remove hair from the surface of the skin, which explains why it is generally advised against having laser hair removal done over a tattoo – using one could cause permanent damage to both ink and surrounding skin, leading to further irritation.
Laser treatments to remove tattoo-associated hair are challenging because the laser cannot distinguish between pigmented skin and hair follicles; thus resulting in ineffective treatments which could even cause blistering or scarring to your tattoo.
To avoid this scenario, it’s generally wise to wait until a tattoo has fully healed before trying laser hair removal over it. Meanwhile, those with legs or other parts of their bodies that need hair removal can use other methods, like shaving, to get rid of unwanted hair.
Laser hair removal treatments may also be performed over tattoos that have already been removed with previous sessions, provided that the tattoo is completely healed and that this service is provided by professionals experienced with doing this task.
Are you spending hours each week shaving away unwanted hair? Consider laser hair removal instead! Schedule your free consultation and begin the path toward smooth, hair-free skin today with us. Our expert technicians look forward to assisting with achieving the results that matter to you – including microneedling and chemical peels services!
What Are My Other Options?
Laser hair removal is an extremely effective cosmetic treatment that’s suitable for most people, yet not ideal for everyone, particularly those with tattoos. There are other methods available, including shaving or waxing that might work better; be sure to inform the practitioner about any existing tattoos nearby in order to minimize damage or scarring to both skin and tattoo.
Tattoos do not affect the effectiveness of laser hair removal, but they may cause considerable pain and discomfort during treatments. The laser beam attracts to pigment in your hair follicles which is susceptible to being damaged by heat and light from laser therapy; additionally, laser treatment could discolor or fade your tattoo as a side effect.
If you decide to undergo laser hair removal for tattoos, it is recommended that you wait several weeks prior to commencing treatment. Also, apply sunscreen directly onto the tattoo before beginning laser therapy, in order to protect its colors while decreasing risk of skin burns or blisters from exposure to laser radiation. Shaving can further help decrease these potential side effects of treatment.
Additionally to the issues noted above, laser hair removal can permanently harm your tattoo. The laser penetrates deep into your skin, damaging its pigments and leading to blurry, faded or completely erased designs – which could have serious repercussions for both you and your image in the workplace and among peers.
Laser hair removal can be an effective treatment to rid oneself of unwanted body hair, however any areas containing tattoos should be avoided for this procedure. As alternatives such as shaving and waxing will not damage either skin or tattoos, alternative hair-removal techniques should be pursued instead.
What Should I Do?
Laser hair removal can be an effective solution for unwanted hair removal, but it should never be performed over tattooed areas. Lasers cannot distinguish between pigment in your skin and dark ink in tattoos and may cause permanent damage as they beam light at them both at once.
Laser tattoo removal treatments may absorb some of the pigment from tattoos, leading to severe side effects like blistering and scarring.
No matter which laser hair removal procedure is employed, performing it on an area covered by tattoos would be risky. This is due to their pigment being absorbed by the laser, potentially distorting or fading its appearance; furthermore, burning could occur, leading to serious side effects and severe consequences.
Alternatively, if there are areas on your body where you would also like them to be hairless, laser hair removal could be the way to go. Targeting individual follicles allows for permanent removal while giving you an opportunity to see how well your skin responds. Once satisfied with the results of this procedure, then getting another tattoo over it would be appropriate.
Alternatively, topical numbing cream may also help ease any pain from laser hair removal treatments. If pain management is an issue for you, ask your practitioner to use less intense laser or IPL machine treatment sessions, as well as applying topical numbing cream prior to beginning any procedures to help minimize discomfort during treatments.
At first, it may be tempting to shave once stubble begins to appear; however, you should refrain from this action at all costs. Razor use on skin covered by tattoos could result in scarring and tears that lead to infection as well as loss of elasticity. Instead, waxing or electrolysis are safer methods of hair removal that could provide long-term solutions.
