How Laser Tattoo Removal Works- Sweet Science
Relax -- we’re not going to get all sciency on you. Dragonfly explains it all in simple English. Would a child understand it? No, but we’re hoping there aren’t many children with tattoos....fingers-crossed.
How Does It All Really Work
How does it really work? The science of tattoo removal has come a long way—especially in the last 2 years. If you’ve been thinking about getting rid of an unwanted tattoo and waiting for the right time, that time is now.
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What does that mean for you? Most tattoos can now be completely removed, with your skin looking just like it did before the ink. (Okay, it might not look 20 years younger—you’ll need a different kind of laser for that—but still.)
The point is: it works. And it works really well. So let’s break down how.
Breaking Down How It Works
Tattoos aren’t forever anymore—we can thank laser technology for that!
Modern laser technology targets tattoo ink with incredible precision. It bypasses the top layer of your skin and goes straight to the ink particles beneath. Once the laser hits those particles, it breaks them down into much smaller fragments.
From there, your body takes over. Those tiny ink particles are gradually flushed out by your immune system, causing the tattoo to fade.
This process isn’t instant—it usually takes between 8 to 12 sessions for complete removal. That’s because each session breaks down another layer of ink, allowing your body time to process and clear it out.
With each session, the tattoo becomes lighter and less visible. The best part? The laser only targets the ink—it doesn’t harm the surrounding skin. Your tattoo fades away safely and naturally, leaving your skin intact.
Here’s a closer look at how laser tattoo removal works, step by step.
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