How many sessions will I need?

It depends on your tattoo's size, colors, age, ink density, and depth. Older tattoos and amateur ink tend to clear faster; large, professional, heavily saturated pieces take more sessions. Sessions are typically spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart.

Which ink colors respond best?

Black and dark blue are the most responsive because they absorb all laser wavelengths efficiently. Red, orange, and yellow respond well to their specific wavelengths. White and flesh-toned pigments are the most challenging and may not fully clear.

Most patients describe each pulse as a quick rubber-band snap with a warm feeling. Topical numbing cream is available beforehand, and the built-in cooling system helps keep sessions comfortable.

When will I see results?

Most patients notice the tattoo lightening after each session as the body clears shattered ink particles over the following weeks. Progress varies with ink type, so your plan is reviewed and refined as you go.

Aesthetics

Laser Tattoo Removal

Ink is designed to be lasting — your relationship with it doesn't have to be. Advanced laser removal for both dark and bright pigments.

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How it works

Tattoo ink sits in the dermis in particles too large for your body to clear — which is why tattoos stay put. The Harmony XL Pro uses Q-switched laser technology to change that equation: ultra-short pulses of focused energy shatter ink particles into fragments small enough for your immune system to carry away naturally. Each session breaks down more pigment, and the tattoo visibly lightens between visits. Dual wavelengths let us address a full spectrum of colors — black, blue, and green absorb laser energy most efficiently, while red, orange, and yellow respond to their own specific wavelengths. Whether you want complete removal, fading before a cover-up, or removal of old permanent makeup, the plan is built around your ink.

What to expect

A calm, considered process from consult to aftercare.

Step 01

Consultation

We evaluate your tattoo's size, colors, age, and ink depth, review your medical history, and outline an estimated session plan. A small patch test may be performed to see how your skin responds.

Step 02

Treatment

With protective eyewear on and optional numbing cream applied, the laser delivers rapid pulses — most patients compare it to a rubber band snap with warmth. Sessions run 5 to 30 minutes depending on tattoo size.

Step 03

Aftercare

A temporary white frosting may appear and fades within minutes; redness, swelling, and tenderness typically resolve in a few days. Keep the area clean, avoid picking, and protect it from sun between sessions.

Who it's for

Anyone with ink that no longer fits — whether you want full removal, strategic fading before a cover-up, or removal of permanent makeup. Older and darker-ink tattoos tend to respond fastest.

Frequently asked

Questions, answered with care.

Individual results may vary. Information on this page is educational and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice.

Next step

Curious if Laser Tattoo Removal fits your plan?

We walk every patient through the science before recommending anything. Reach out to start a quiet, considered conversation with our provider team.