Tattoo removal with remover and laser: which method is better?

Expert: Ekaterina Alekseevna Savitskaya

An unsuccessful or boring tattoo over time is not a reason to suffer and try to get used to what you have. Over time, the pigment will not disappear from the skin, so it is necessary to get rid of it. For this purpose, laser radiation is used or a special composition (remover) is applied. The main thing is correct application. What is the best way to remove tattoos and which option is faster? The answers to these questions follow.

Removing black and blue eyebrows

The process of removing permanent makeup and tattoos requires patience on the part of both the client and the artist. The cases in my practice were different. Sometimes I could remove the pigment in one procedure. There were situations where it was necessary to carry out several removal procedures. The process of removing modern pigments from the skin requires the use of a laser and a remover.

What does the permanent makeup correction procedure mean in general? How does the removal process with a remover work?

Case Study

The client contacted salon N (we do not advertise the name). They did a low-quality tattoo. The client’s desire to remove poor-quality work or correct the original color using a laser or remover. What to choose?

The issue of tattoo removal is the most pressing at present. In the photo above we see the result of black and blue eyebrows a month after tattooing.

Laser or remover? Solution

What should a client pay attention to when choosing a salon and a permanent makeup and tattoo specialist?

Yes, many people pay attention to the work of a specialist. Communication with the master is also important. Carefully analyze how the master answers questions and how his answers are reasoned. This will give an idea of ​​his competence.

In many cases, tattoo correction is allowed. Removal is often recommended. Removal procedures require a professional approach and experience. This also applies to laser removal procedures and removal with remover.

Example from practice. You can clearly see how bluish eyebrows are removed with a laser.

Video 1. Removing permanent makeup with laser

The video shows in detail how permanent makeup is removed with a laser. The power of the device is determined by the function of removing permanent makeup. Nozzle 1064. Minimum power, medium frequency. The tattoo was done unprofessionally, deeply, with low-quality pigments, according to observations - most likely synthetic organics.

Video 2. Second laser removal session

The second laser removal session is a month after the first.

Removing permanent makeup with laser. Video 2. Parameters - minimum power. Frequency is above average.

We change the “PM removal” function to the “tattoo removal” function. Be sure to set the minimum power. We observe the result.

How many sessions need to be carried out and what methods to use - each case is individual.

After removal, care is prescribed

High-quality permanent makeup is a pleasure, a magic to create an ideal appearance.

High-level permanent makeup makes the face expressive.

In my practice, I give preference to natural permanent makeup, which I perform professionally, taking into account the physiological characteristics of the client’s appearance.

Is there a guarantee for the quality of permanent makeup without removal?

Over time, permanent makeup needs updating, correction, changing and adding color. Additional procedures allow you to maintain your tattoo in perfect condition. Tattooing (permanent makeup) remains on your face from 1 to 2-3 years. According to statistics, clients turn to the update procedure after a year and a half. The durability of permanent makeup depends on many factors. The most important are: the client’s skin, the tattoo technique used by the artist. In the video below you can see the rest of the tattoo after 3 years. During this time, tattoo renewal procedures were not carried out. The video shows aging skin.

Pigment used by Magic

In my opinion, it is irresponsible to give a guarantee to a client for a 5-year tattoo period.

It is important to understand that over time, the client’s face undergoes age-related changes. Fashion trends change, and perhaps next season you will want something new. We women are the best in the whole world. We always want to change and be perfect.

Often, the correction procedure costs the client more than getting a better tattoo.

Laser removal. What's happening?

When a master uses a laser flash on permanent makeup or an artistic tattoo, changes occur in the tissue. In other words, a microexplosion at the level of the dermis, which is accompanied by the release of a large amount of energy. Whitening of the skin is observed - gas bubbles appear that fill the intercellular and intracellular space.

The laser has a wavelength that can reach the paint without affecting the skin. Under the influence of the laser, the pigment is crushed and the lymph removes them (sometimes pigment inversion occurs).

The laser beam affects the top layer of paint when removing a tattoo, and there can be 3-8 of them. It's easier with permanent makeup. Difficulties arise when pigment is inverted. On average, a tattoo is removed by 10-15% in one procedure. Permanent makeup – 50%-25%. You can find out how dye inversion occurs in the article INVERSION

Result: a dense white shield is formed, due to which we cannot see the pigment (permanent makeup or tattoo). After 5-10 minutes, the bubbles dissolve, the pigment appears again (rises). Then it goes away over time. The interval is from 1 month until the next procedure. Let's call this beer foam effect. Khokhlova A.M., 2017

Is it possible to remove a tattoo and why is there a need for such a procedure?

Very often it is new fashion trends that control our desires and actions. Now we will talk about the modern trend of getting tattoos on different parts of the body and doing permanent makeup.

Everyone knows what a tattoo is, but mostly women have heard about permanent makeup.

Permanent makeup is a kind of tattoo. The essence of the procedure is that, using special equipment, paint is injected under the skin, most often the eyebrows, upper eyelids and lips are treated. With paint, the master seems to be applying makeup that you will never wash off.

The procedure for applying tattoos in professional salons is quite expensive. And often, in order to save money, people turn to self-taught people or beginners who offer to fulfill the order cheaply. By saving on tattooing, you may not get exactly the result you expected. The master will experiment on you and improve his professionalism, and you will think about how to get rid of the beauty that was brought to you.

There are situations when a person is completely satisfied with the work of the artist, but due to some of his own considerations he decides to get rid of the tattoo. In this case, a completely logical question arises: “Is it possible to remove a tattoo?”

People have always gotten rid of tattoos. True, there used to be quite painful methods. Someone removed part of the skin, and someone treated it with aggressive chemicals that caused peeling of the epidermis.

Modern science does not stand still and now you can get rid of an unsuccessful or annoying tattoo almost painlessly. The removal procedure takes place using special equipment and tools.

In any case, do not panic and remember that any situation can be corrected. The main thing is to entrust this procedure to a qualified specialist.

When should you remove it with a remover?

The photo shows an arrow that was made incorrectly using the technology. There is no clarity of the line; pigment migration was corrected with white color. Therefore, it is necessary to remove it with a remover and laser. It is important to use a remover to remove white dye. The laser will not see the layer of black pigment under the white.

It is not always necessary to use a laser for removal. Very often - remover.

After removing the pigment, you can correct the permanent makeup: draw the arrow into a thin ponytail.

Results after 3 months

Why do you need to update your tattoo?

Permanent makeup, like any other procedure, needs updating. You dye your hair, go to a cosmetologist, get a manicure. You can't be sure that permanent makeup will last forever.

After eyebrow tattooing, caring for the hairs in the eyebrow area is necessary. Tint your hair at the salon or do it yourself.

Photo - before removing the PM arrows

Photo - PM arrow corrections

When you are thinking about whether to remove tattoos with a laser or a remover and which procedure to choose, consult a specialist. Read the information in detail.

See removers

In my practice I use different drugs: Rejuvi , Remover CRC , Remover A.Sivak , Remover Magic , Remover Tattoo OFF and others.

Remember once and for all - removing permanent makeup with a remover cream does not mean applying cream to your eyebrows, eyelids or lips, which is absorbed.

Techniques for removing poorly executed permanent makeup require a high level of training of the artist plus the responsibility of the client. Improper execution of the procedure and poor quality care after removal are the cause of scars.

Remover removal process

What is important to know before removing with a remover

Before the procedure, the client undergoes care instructions ( SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, post-procedure period ). The effect of the drug must be explained to the client. We prepare the client for the fact that the result will not be immediate and, perhaps, the removal procedure will require several sessions with an interval of 1-1.5 months - sometimes 4 months and six months.

Examples of removal with a remover

Photo before removing eyebrows with remover

Photo after removal with remover (immediately after the procedure)

Care and rehabilitation after removal

To achieve the best results of tattoo removal with a remover, post-procedure care is of great importance.

• The client should use Composition No. 3 at home: once a day in the evening, for a week from the first day after the procedure. It is advisable to use before your next visit for the removal procedure (or within 2-4 weeks).
• During the week after the procedure, it is recommended to avoid going to the bathhouse, sauna, swimming pool, or fitness classes.
• In case of frequent contact with water, additionally treat the pigment removal area with Composition No. 3 during the day.
• It is not recommended to use other restorative creams or ointments during healing.

Proper care is the key to the absence of scars at the site of the former tattoo!

What is more expensive: removal with laser or remover?

It is expensive to remove with a remover. Why? Remover is expensive. Laser removal is cheaper.

The specialist who removes permanent makeup for you must be a qualified specialist.

When removing different zones and at different stages of removal, I use different removers.

It is important for me to help the client, perform the procedure efficiently and at the same time preserve the client’s skin.

Rejuvi Tatto Remover , CRC , Magic Tattoo Remover - know that the artist does not skimp on medications.

These are removers that allow you to completely remove tattoos and easily correct unsuccessful permanent makeup. They are often used by specialists in their practice.

The master must know the chemical composition of the drug and be able to use it. You cannot use a quality product without training. How healing occurs after a remover, and the removal process - You can find out in the article REMOVING PERMANENT MAKEUP - HEALING AFTER A REMOVER.

Example of laser and remover removal

Below are photos of a girl who asked for help. 2 laser sessions, 1 remover session to remove permanent makeup residues and restore skin.

Photo before removing eyebrows with remover

Photo after removing PM eyebrows with remover

Which remover to choose and where to buy it?

Bio-remover BIOLIQUE PROFESSIONAL contains non-aggressive acids and does not cause the formation of swelling and crusts during healing. Of course, the client’s safety comes first - the remover has all the necessary quality certificates. When purchasing a three-component set of Permanent Tattoo Remover BIOLIQUE PROFESSIONAL Bio-Remover, you will receive detailed video instructions on the procedure for removing permanent tattoos. You can receive such a wonderful bonus only when ordering a bio-remover in the online store browmart.ru.

Pros of the remover

Any pigment color can be removed (removed).

Safe method - scars and hypo-hyperpigmentation appear in rare cases.

Photo before permanent makeup removal

Photo immediately after removing permanent eyebrow makeup

The remover removes (removes) any type of pigment, regardless of particle size (tattoo, tattoo or ink)

The remover procedure takes less than an hour. In many cases, 1 procedure is not enough. Several removal sessions are required.

The remover has gained popularity just like the laser.

The principle of action of the remover in the skin

Coloring pigments that are used to apply permanent makeup and tattoos are similar in their chemical composition.
Upon physical contact with the remover (directly under the skin), coloring pigments that have identical properties to the remover are mixed with the remover and pushed out. How the process occurs The suspension, like the pigment, is incompatible with tissues. The remover, thanks to its unique special composition, does not remain under the skin. It is rejected and brought out. After using some removers, a crust may form. This is how the healing process takes place. For clients, I have separately developed instructions for skin care after removal with remover.

Photo before tattoo removal

Photo of the tattoo after removal with remover and laser in 2 sessions (2 laser session - photo immediately after removal)

Skin care after remover

Result of removal with remover from 1 procedure
IMPORTANT INFORMATION! Darkening of permanent makeup (tattoos) after the removal procedure is possible. As a result of removal, the remover pulled the remaining pigment higher.

The pigment that was on the surface of the skin mixed with the pigment on the lower layers of the skin. This way I painted the top layer of skin more intensely.

After removal with remover, permanent makeup has become darker, and more procedures will be required to remove it. It may be necessary to use laser equipment.

On the left - eyebrow treatment before removal with remover - on the right after removal (after skin restoration) - 1.5 months

Comparative characteristics

Laser tattoo removal

Why does the skin turn white after laser tattoo removal?

The client is delighted, but, unfortunately, the pigment appears after 5-7 minutes and becomes brighter.

Why is this happening?

What is that white thing as shown in the video? This is called vacuolization, which occurs when the pigment is exposed to laser. In the skin, gases are dissolved in the intercellular space: oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide and others. They are in a dissolved state. Therefore, after laser exposure we see whitening

WHY DOES THE PIGMENT CHANGE COLOR?

Why does color inversion occur when exposed to laser radiation?

You must understand the following. When using remover, chemical reactions occur. When using a laser, mechanical fragmentation of the pigment and a photo-chemical reaction occur.

A storm of chemical reactions resulting in a chemical transformation of color in the skin, which is associated with the chemical composition of the pigment.

The master who carries out the removal procedure does not have 100% information: what pigment was used to apply your permanent makeup. We can observe changes and color inversion after the removal procedure, and then draw appropriate conclusions.

Removal Chemistry

The composition of the pigment is based on iron oxides of red color (valency III), then after removal by laser the color changes to gray, dark gray. The color can also be black. The valency of iron oxides changes from III to II. For example. The lips were red. After laser removal, the eyebrows turned black or gray, or the eyebrows were bright red and turned gray.

There are times when pink turns into purple, purple into green.

How to remove beige pigment?

The beige pigment is easily removed with a remover. Green eyebrows are difficult to remove, in several stages.

Pigment inversion is a chemical reaction. Inversion can be observed during the removal process with a laser or remover, as well as after.

We can also observe a slight inversion of pigment during the removal process with a remover. The difference between the impact of a laser and a remover in the process of tattoo removal is that when using the former, there is no superficial effect without damaging the skin (all reactions occur at the level of the dermis), and when using a remover, the master carries out a superficial mechanical effect on the client’s skin. Remover is not a removal cream. Anointed and that's it. This is the chemical composition.

The remover composition removes unwanted pigment color. Care for the client's skin after removal with remover and laser is different.

Benefits of removing tattoos with a remover

This method has a number of positive aspects that make it increasingly popular for removing PM. Experts call the atraumatic nature of the procedure the most important essential quality of removal with a remover. If the technology is followed, the risk of scarring, microscars, and pigmentation is minimized. What other advantages does this method have?

• This is a virtually painless procedure.
• Both cold and warm shades of pigment are removed.
• For a remover, the client's skin tone does not matter. This option is suitable for owners of any color type.
• The method is highly effective. You can get the desired result after the first procedure.
• The remover contains natural ingredients and vitamins that promote skin regeneration and have an antioxidant effect.
• Tattoo removal with a remover requires significantly less financial investment than laser removal.

Thus, the time - both for the procedure and for the break between sessions - is perhaps the only indicator by which the remover loses to the laser. In addition, there are contraindications for its use in the eyelid area. And for all other areas, this modern method of tattoo removal is the best way because of its high efficiency, accessibility and painlessness.

CONCLUSION. Remove with laser or remover?

Removal issues

Will the hairs turn white and burn after laser eyebrow removal?

Answer: May sometimes turn white when laser is used. Whitening is not forever.

Will your hair fall out and not grow?

Your eyebrows will not fall out and will not stop bristling. I tell clients: the hair will continue to grow and everything will be fine. Don't worry about it. I guarantee that from the second procedure the eyebrows will grow thicker after the laser. How to stimulate the growth of eyebrow hairs? Good news! After 1-3 sessions of laser removal, eyebrows begin to “hair” and grow better and thicker. After laser removal, blood flow to the eyebrows improves, dormant hairs wake up and the eyebrows begin to grow rapidly. After 1-2 procedures you will notice intensive growth of eyebrow hairs. Unfortunately, laser is not used to treat baldness))) Sorry, clients. This is a completely different topic.

Who is suitable for chemical removal?

The technique is highly effective and suitable for solving problems:

• correction of asymmetrical eyebrow shapes created using tattooing with remover;
• blurring or fading of the dye;
• incorrectly selected or too bright shade;
• allergy to paint components, requires immediate removal from the body;
• large depth of pigment, which does not allow its capsules to be destroyed by the thermal effect of the laser.

The result of using the remover does not depend on how long ago the tattoo was applied to the eyebrows. Removal is carried out for all colors, at any depth.

Which option for partial correction of micropigmentation should be preferred?

Nowadays, there is a huge list of cosmetic procedures that allow you to get rid of tattoos. To decide which type of services is right for you, you need to remember their contraindications, advantages and disadvantages.

Most women prefer the laser procedure, based on facts such as high efficiency, so much so that the result is noticeable after the first session ; there is no need to prepare before going to a beauty salon, thanks to this you can do the work at any time; the most important advantage is that after the process there are no scars or scars left.

Unfortunately, it is considered a bad quality that after the first irradiation the shade may darken.

The second option: removing tattoos using a remover also has a number of advantages and disadvantages. For example, after the first visit, all colors of paint are removed at once, but, unfortunately, there is a risk that scars may remain on the face. You can compare these procedures with each other for a long time, but you should remember that everyone decides for themselves what they like.

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Differences

• The first difference is the duration of the session . For complete laser treatment of the removed area, only two minutes are enough. This is, indeed, an important advantage over a remover, because the second service is carried out within 40 minutes.
• The difference is the repeatability between sessions . About 4-6 weeks should pass between LU (laser removal) procedures, and about 4-8 between remover procedures. The difference is not particularly noticeable, but deserves to be a separate item on the list.
• Do scars remain after the cosmetic services in question? This fact is the most important difference between LU (laser removal) and remover. Lightening with a laser is the most gentle procedure; if your master did everything correctly, then there will be no scars or scars left! Unfortunately, after a remover, there is a possibility of wounds forming, and quite a lot. That is why the resulting crusts should not be touched, but many girls do not follow the instructions of professionals, which leads to serious damage to the skin.

Removing permanent makeup of eyebrows, eyelids and lips with remover: pros and cons

Many cosmetologists recommend removing eyebrow tattoos with a remover. This method is also offered for the upper eyelid and lips. But for arrows and interciliary tattooing, the method is contraindicated: the active components of the suspension, if they get into the eyes, will cause severe irritation of the cornea.

There are certain reasons for choosing a remover as a means for depigmentation:

• The product penetrates deep into the skin, removing even deep particles of pigment.
• The suspension binds to pigment of any color.
• No matter how long ago the tattoo was done, the drug works equally effectively.
• The procedure does not provoke the development of cancer.
• Most clients describe the sensations during the session as “virtually painless.”

However, there are certain difficulties that must be taken into account before consenting to the procedure. First of all, the remover only treats small areas, so it is not suitable for removing tattoos from the skin. In addition, recovery takes many days, and the final effect will not be achieved earlier than after 2-3 months.

In addition to the objective disadvantages of the method, the result largely depends on the qualifications of the master conducting the session. Mistakes (deep punctures, too often piercing the same piece of skin with a needle) lead to the appearance of poorly healing ugly scars. Therefore, before choosing a specialist, you should collect more information about him (customer reviews, portfolio, certificates confirming qualifications, etc.).