Why do tattoo removals fail? This is how we do it.

Hello. 

This is Ulsan Snow Clinic ^^

"I heard that Pico laser can remove it quickly..."
"My friend got it completely removed in 5 sessions, but I still have it after more than 10 sessions."

One of the most common misconceptions about tattoo removal is
that 'if the same equipment and procedure are used, similar results will be achieved' haha.

But in reality... it is not the case at all.

Even if the tattoo removal procedure is the same,
some people have it almost completely gone after 5 sessions,

while others still have pigment remaining even after more than 10 sessions.

Why does this difference occur?

The color of the tattoo, the depth of the ink, skin type, as well as
the equipment used and the method of treatment

can completely change the results.

So today, for those considering tattoo removal or
those currently undergoing it but struggling with lack of results,

I will share the key points you must know about tattoo removal and
how our Snow Clinic actually approaches it ^^

Please focus for just 3 minutes.

This is the beloved PicoSure laser used for tattoo removal hehe

1. Treatments that ignore color and depth will fail

Tattoo pigments are located deep within the dermis of the skin.

However, if the treatment equipment cannot reach that depth,
no matter how many times you undergo the procedure, the pigment will inevitably remain.

Additionally, since the wavelength of light that reacts to each color is different,
it is difficult to remove all colors at once with equipment that has only one wavelength.

For example, black ink comes off easily, but
if blue and green tones remain?

It is likely that the appropriate wavelength was not used.

Therefore, rather than a simple approach of 'one laser is enough',

knowing the color composition and reaction wavelengths of my tattoo alone

can lead to an efficient choice.

Especially for colored tattoos,

you must check whether the clinic has

various equipment that can respond to wavelengths by color.

Make sure to check this ^^

2. Snow Clinic approaches with a two-step structure

Tattoo pigments are located in the deep layers of the dermis, so
there are limitations to just shooting lasers from above the epidermis.

A method that helps at this time is two-step treatment.

Step 1 – Creating micro-channels with fractional laser

By creating micro-channels in the skin,
it helps the pigment laser reach deeper layers.

This image is to help understand the pre-treatment for Fraxel.

Step 2 – Precise targeting of the ink layer with pigment laser

Select the wavelength according to the color and depth of the ink
to finely break down the pigment particles.

However, simply shooting harder does not mean it will be removed better.

Too much energy can leave blisters and burns on the epidermis,
and may actually leave deeper pigments intact ^^;

So

- Start conservatively in the first session,
- Adjust the intensity and range slightly in each session while monitoring the skin's reaction

I believe this is a safe and effective method for tattoo removal. 

Going through this two-step process also promotes collagen regeneration, which is beneficial for

scar prevention. 

In fact, I have often seen cases where blisters or pigmentation occur when high power is applied multiple times without prior treatment.
 

Therefore...

It should not be just about aggressively targeting,

but rather proceeding in a way that minimizes these side effects while simultaneously removing pigments and

promoting skin recovery.

3. What matters more than the number of sessions is 'recording and adjustment'

Tattoo removal usually requires more than 5 to 10 sessions.

However, some people may see almost complete removal after just 5 sessions,
while others may still have remnants even after 10 sessions.

The difference is made by the

recording and adjustment system for each session. 

Accurately record color, location, ink depth, and degree of reaction during the first procedure
Precisely adjust the intensity, wavelength, and interval based on reaction data for each session

It's not a simple approach of "let's increase the intensity because it's the third session,"
but rather a 'designed treatment' based on the skin's reaction data.

For example, if only the blue color remains after the second session?

In the third session, focus the 755nm energy intensively on that area,

Areas where the black has faded significantly should be treated by lowering the energy instead. 

For such strategic treatment,

the expertise of the practitioner is essential...

- Diagnostic equipment and record system

- Adjusting strategies based on changes rather than mechanically repeating

is essential. 

In summary

The reasons for tattoo removal failures are

① Use of equipment not suited to the color and depth
② Strong exposure without adjusting the intensity

③ Absence of records for each session

This is the reason.

Without a customized strategy that considers the depth, density of the pigment, and the condition of the surrounding skin, 

even using the same machine, the results can be completely different. 

Tattoo removal is not just a process of eliminating color but
a meticulous treatment to safely restore the skin,

which I hope you will remember.

I will conclude my writing. 

This has been Ulsan Snow Clinic.