Laser Tattoo Removal
Aftercare Information
The
following notes are important, please read them
carefully.
- If the
skin has not broken, a dry sterile dressing can be placed over the
treated area to protect it.
- The
area will become raised and feel hot, it can be cooled with the use
of a cold compress or an ice pack. Do not apply ice directly
to the skin as this can cause a burn.
- As long
as the skin is unbroken cooling products such as Aloe Vera gel can
be used to give relief to the sunburn type feeling of the treated
area.
- A thin
layer of an antiseptic cream can be used if your skin is broken to
help protect from any infection.
- E45
cream, Aloe Vera gel or Vaseline can be used to relieve the itching
which normally occurs 3 – 5 days after the treatment.
- Avoid
direct exposure to the sun for 2 months after the
procedure. If it is necessary to be in the sun, a
sunscreen with SPF 25 or greater must be used.
- Some
people develop blisters, crusts, or scabs within 8-72 hours, which
may last for 1-2 weeks or more. The treated areas may be pink or
pale after the scab separates. Blistering is common and is likely
to occur 8 hours after your treatment. Do not be alarmed, blisters
heal very well and are part of the normal healing process. Blisters
indicate your immune system is healing the area and beginning to
remove the ink from your tattoo. It is natural for blisters to pop,
and this helps the skin to heal faster in many cases.
- Keep
the treated area clean and dry while it is healing
Whilst Healing
- Avoid
restrictive clothing around the treated area.
- Avoid
using perfume, body lotions, or make up on the treated
area.
- Avoid
hot baths or continuous soaking, leave at least 2 hours before
showering.
- Avoid
heat treatments such as saunas and steam rooms for at least 2
months, as your skin will be more photosensitive.
- Avoid
swimming.
- Avoid
lying in the sun or using sun beds.
- Do not
pick at any scabs.
- Do not
burst any blisters.
- Avoid
allowing the area to become scrapped or knocked, especially during
exercise.
If the
area looks infected (honey coloured crusting and oozing or
spreading redness), if you experience an unusual discomfort or
bleeding, if any other complications develop, or if you have any
questions or concerns, contact us immediately or seek medical
advice.
Laser Tattoo Removal Aftercare
Cream is avaliable from our Truro studio.