saline tattoo removal
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS + INFO
Saline tattoo removal is a method of removing pigment from skin using a saline solution. Using a rotary tattoo machine and all disposable cartridges, your artist will deposit the saline solution into the skin. This solution will bind to the pigments, break them down and draw them to the surface of the skin.
Yes, saline tattoo removal will work on traditional tattoos as well as cosmetic tattoos. Although for large traditional tattoo pieces, we recommend laser.
This depends on your overall goal with removal. If you want to completely remove without doing a coverup, removal can take several sessions. However, if your goal is to lighten the tattoo enough so we are able to effectively cover them, then you'll need less sessions. Please send a clear photo through email or text for an estimate of how many sessions you may need.
You are NOT eligible for the procedure if any of the following apply to you:
• You cannot follow our pre + post care instructions
• You are under 18 years of age
• You are pregnant or breast feeding
• You have a history of keloids or hypertrophic scarring
• You have skin diseases such as: psoriasis, eczema, rashes, blisters or sunburnt skin on the area that is to be treated
• You are on any skin medication like Accutane or any topical steroids which thin the skin
• You have any open wounds, cuts or abrasions on the procedure area
• You have uncontrolled high blood pressure
• You are taking blood thinning medicine
• You are diabetic (must be controlled and have doctors clearance)
• You have heart problems
• You have a transmittable blood condition like HIV or Hepatits
• You are taking immunosuppressant medications
• You are currently undergoing chemotherapy (please wait 6 months after completing treatments & have doctors clearance)
• You are under any treatment or have any illness that compromises the immune system
• You have poor general health
• You are sick (cold, flu, sinus allergies, etc.)
Most clients report little to no pain. A topical numbing is applied before the procedure as well as a numbing during the procedure to keep you comfortable.
You will get much better results when you properly prep your skin. The eyebrow area must be healthy, strong, non-sensitive and non-irritated. Preparing for your appointment is just as important for good healed results as post care. Failure to follow pre-care may result in you being sent home the day of your appointment, so please read the following carefully! Here's how to get your skin ready for your brow procedure:
2 WEEKS BEFORE:
BOTOX: Botox must be done at least 14 days prior to your appointment.
SKIN TREATMENTS/ HAIR: No waxing, tweezing, threading, facials, peels, laser treatments or electrolysis 2 weeks prior to your appointment. We need your skin to be strong, non-sensitive and non-irritated. It actually is beneficial for me to see your brows grown out and in their natural state. I can clean them up during your appointment.
SUN EXPOSURE: Be mindful of sun exposure before your appointment, absolutely no tanning and no sunburned skin for your procedure. Not only will this be painful for you, but tanned or sunburnt skin is “damaged” skin, applying a tattoo to this WILL give you poorly healed results.
TOPICALS: Please refrain from using any retin-a products around the treated area for at least 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
ONE WEEK BEFORE:
VITAMINS/ TOPICALS: No Fish Oil or Vitamin E one week prior to your procedure. These are blood thinners and will effect your bleeding during your procedure.
TINTING: If you regularly tint your brows and want to color match, please tint at least 7 days prior to your appointment.
24 HOURS BEFORE:
NO ALCOHOL OR CAFFEINE To minimize bleeding during the procedure, please avoid any alcohol and caffeine.
BLOOD THINNING MEDICATIONS such as Ibuprofen and Advil should be avoided. These are blood thinners.
DAY OF YOUR APPOINTMENT:
PLAN AHEAD: Please check traffic, I do have a strict late policy. Please arrive 5 minutes early or on time to your appointment.
WASH YOUR HAIR: You will need to keep your brows dry for the next 10-14 days, washing your hair day before or day of is recommended so you’re not hassling in the shower for the first few days.
AVOID EXERCISE: This will increase the blood flow and cause excessive bleeding during the appointment - leading to poor healed results.
MAKEUP: This is totally your preference, we will be taking photos, so please come however you are most comfortable. If there is a certain way you fill in your brows, it is helpful to see how you are used to shape and color them.
Day 1: Removal area will be red, possibly rashy looking.
Day 2-10: Removal area will have a scab over it.
Day 10-4 weeks post procedure: Scabs will fall off naturally. After the scabs have fallen off, skin will appear pinkish. During this time, Vitamin E oil and SPF are crucial!
Saline Tattoo Removal Client Aftercare Instructions
It is critical to follow all aftercare instructions to prevent complications, scarring and to achieve optimum results. Please read carefully.
KEEP AREA CLEAN and open to the air. Do not cover with a Band-Aid or anything else, leave open to air. Air/oxygen provides good and faster healing. You should not be touching the area at all but if you find yourself needing to please make sure your hands are exceptionally clean.
CLEAN BY BLOTTING AREA with saline 3 to 4 times a day using a paper towel or gauze. NO ICE.
DO NOT SOAK the treated area in water. You can shower as normal but keep the area out of the shower spray the best you can and do not let the area stay wet for more than a few minutes. It is best to keep it dry but if you do get it wet gently pat dry. Blot with saline immediately following a shower.
NO BATHING, SWIMMING, SAUNAS, HOT TOBS, OR TANNING. NO EXCEPTIONS.
DO NOT disrupt the scabbing process (i.e. no picking, scratching, etc.) All scabbing needs to fall off naturally. If you force or pick a scab off you will disrupt the process and possibly cause scarring. It is critical to keep the scabs on as long as possible to achieve optimum results.
TREAT AREA WITH TLC. DO NOT DO ANYTHING AT ALL THAT COULD CAUSE ISSUES OR PROBLEMS TO THE TREATED AREA.
ONCE ALL SCABBING HAS NATURALLY FALLEN OFF, apply one drop Vitamin E Oil 3 to 4 times throughout the day for a minimum of 4 weeks, or until next lightening session. DO NOT start applying the Vitamin E oil UNTIL all scabbing has naturally and completely fallen off. It is our goal to keep the area as dry as possible until all scabs have naturally fallen off
It is important to the process and integrity of the skin that 8 full weeks of healing take place before another lightening session can be done. No exceptions.
Results cannot be foreseen, predicted or guaranteed.
If you have any questions or concerns please call us. If at any time you have any green or yellow puss in the area of the removal, these are signs of infection and you should see a medical practitioner.