Tattoo fading for a cover-up
Get ready for your skin’s next step with laser fading for a cover-up tattoo. Lighten and fade the existing ink and create a healthy base for whatever’s next. Less ink to cover. More freedom for your new design.
It's no secret we love tattoos. It's one of the reasons we work in partnership with tattoo artists to help transform your unwanted ink into something you celebrate. And with tattoo artists themselves choosing NAAMA for tattoo removals, you know you're in safe hands.
FAQs
We recommend waiting three months between your last laser tattoo removal session and getting a cover-up. Your consultant will be best placed to give an exact answer as to how soon you can return to the artist’s chair for new ink.
How many treatments are needed to remove a tattoo cannot be determined in advance.
The speed at which a tattoo fades depends on many different factors, making it impossible to predict the exact number of sessions beforehand. Measurable Factors
Some factors can be objectively measured, these are referred to as measurable factors. Examples include:
Tattoo color: The darker the ink, the easier it is to remove. Lighter colors typically require more sessions to fade effectively.
Skin tone: Tattoos are generally easier to remove on lighter skin. The more pigment the skin contains, the more sessions are often needed to remove the tattoo successfully without altering the natural skin pigment. This is because lighter skin contains minimal melanin, whereas darker skin has higher melanin levels.
Tattoo size: Larger tattoos usually require more sessions to remove completely compared to smaller ones.
Location on the body: Tattoos located on areas with better blood circulation, such as the arms, legs, and torso, are typically easier to remove than those on areas with poor circulation, such as the ankles and fingers.
Age of the tattoo: Older tattoos are generally easier to remove than newer ones, as the ink tends to fade over time. Non-Measurable Factors
There are also other factors that influence how quickly a tattoo can be removed, but which cannot be measured. These are referred to as non-measurable factors. Examples include:
Tattoo depth: The deeper the tattoo was applied, the more treatments will be required for full removal.
Amount of ink: The quantity of ink used during tattooing plays a major role. The more ink present, the more sessions are generally needed to break it down and remove it effectively.
Ink quality: Different ink types have different compositions and may respond differently to laser treatment.
Scar tissue: Tattooing causes trauma to the skin, often resulting in the formation of subdermal scar tissue. While this may not always be visible, some tattoos show significant scarring. If scar tissue is present, additional treatments may be needed to achieve optimal results.
Overall health: A healthy body is better able to process and eliminate fragmented ink particles. Smoking, being under- or overweight, poor nutrition, and alcohol consumption can all negatively affect the number of treatments required.
Because these factors are not measurable, it is not possible to determine the exact number of treatments or guarantee final results before starting the process.
We welcome and are able to treat all skin types at NAAMA.
Our laser is considered safe for all skin types.
Our laser uses ultra-short pulse durations to break down ink particles with minimal risk of thermal damage to the surrounding skin. This significantly reduces the risk of scarring and pigmentation changes, which are more common in darker skin types when treated with older, more traditional laser technologies
Although the skin usually heals completely within a few days to two weeks after treatment, it’s important to allow enough time between sessions for the body to naturally eliminate the fragmented ink particles. We recommend waiting at least 8 to 12 weeks between treatments to give your body sufficient time to clear the ink. In some cases, your Undo Expert may advise a different interval based on your individual progress and skin response.