Overview …
Laser tattoo removal is a controlled, staged treatment designed to reduce unwanted tattoo pigment safely over time. Using targeted laser energy, the treatment focuses on breaking down ink within the skin while preserving the surrounding tissue.
Once fragmented, the pigment is not removed immediately but is gradually processed by the body’s immune system. This means results develop progressively between treatments, rather than instantly.
As tattoos vary in colour, depth and composition, treatment is carefully adjusted at each stage. A course of sessions is required, allowing both skin recovery and pigment clearance to take place in a controlled and clinically appropriate way. Please note that red and green ink cannot be removed by laser.
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Prices
Patch Test: £50
S (approx. 8cm x 6cm): £70
S/M (approx. 11cm x 8cm): £100
M (approx. 15cm x 11cm): £150
L (approx. 22cm x 15cm): £260
Laser tattoo removal at Mirabel
Laser tattoo removal at Mirabel uses Q-switched laser technology, which delivers very short pulses of high-energy light into the skin.
This light passes through the surface layers and is absorbed selectively by tattoo pigment. The energy causes the pigment particles to heat and fragment into smaller pieces without damaging the surrounding tissue.
Different wavelengths are required to target different ink colours, as each pigment absorbs light differently. This is why treatment must be adjusted depending on the characteristics of the tattoo.
The laser itself does not remove the pigment. Instead, once fragmented, the particles are gradually cleared by the body’s immune and lymphatic systems over time.
Types of tattoos treated
Laser tattoo removal is used to reduce or remove unwanted tattoo pigment.
It may be suitable for:
• Professional or amateur tattoos
• Faded or previously treated tattoos
• Tattoos no longer aligned with personal preference
• Preparing an area for a cover-up tattoo
Suitability and expected outcomes depend on the specific characteristics of the tattoo.
What to expect
Treatment is carried out as a series of sessions, typically spaced several weeks apart to allow the skin to heal and the body to process fragmented pigment.
During the procedure, the laser is passed across the tattoo in repeated pulses. Sensation is often described as sharp or snapping against the skin. Topical anaesthetic may be used to improve comfort.
Following treatment, the area may appear red or swollen, and in some cases blistering can occur. This is a normal response and part of the healing process.
Fading develops gradually over the weeks following each session, with further treatments performed once the response has stabilised.
What influences results
Results vary depending on both the tattoo and individual response.
Factors that may influence outcomes include:
• Ink colour, with some colours responding more readily than others
• Depth and density of the pigment
• Age of the tattoo
• Location on the body and circulation in the area
• Individual immune response and rate of pigment clearance
Some colours, particularly green and red, are resistant to treatment.
While significant fading is often achievable, complete removal cannot always be guaranteed. A consultation is required to assess the tattoo and provide a realistic treatment plan.
