Based on individual’s pain tolerance and location of the pigmented lesion, most people are able to tolerate the lasers sessions without much discomfort. Patients will feel the pulses as quick tingling sensations, like very tiny rubber bands snapped against the skin. Cold air or numbing cream will be provided if necessary.

Common side effect includes pain, swelling, bleeding and small blisters. Rare complication includes infection, hypopigmentation and skin scarring etc.

Depending on the ink density, size, colour, age of tattoos and location of tattoos, the number of treatments can vary range from 4 to more than 10 sessions.

The treated area will appear frosted and slightly swollen right after the laser treatment. Thin scabs or small blisters might form in the next few days. The scabs will peel off in about 1~2 weeks time.