What to Expect After Saline Lightening / Removal

Laser tattoo removal is generally effective on many tattoo pigments, but there are certain pigments that can be resistant to laser treatment, including titanium dioxide-based pigments. Titanium dioxide is a common white pigment used in various applications, including tattoo ink.

 

The reason laser removal may not work well on tattoos with titanium dioxide pigments is because titanium dioxide reflects laser light rather than absorbing it. Laser treatments work by delivering high-intensity light energy to target and break down the tattoo pigments. If the pigment reflects the light instead of absorbing it, the laser's energy is not effectively absorbed by the pigment, making the removal process less effective.

 

Additionally, some titanium dioxide-based pigments may be more resistant to the heat generated by the laser, which can prevent the pigments from breaking down into smaller particles that can be cleared away by the body's immune system.

 

In these cases, alternative methods such as surgical excision or other specialized treatments may be considered to address tattoos with titanium dioxide pigments. It's important to consult with a qualified dermatologist or tattoo removal specialist to determine the best course of action based on the specific tattoo and pigment involved.

Since scabbing of the skin is crucial to the lifting of pigment, it is very important to allow the body’s natural process to take place to achieve optimal results. The treated area must remain dry for the following few days in order to scab. During this healing period your skin will appear dry and will create scabs. These scab formations must not be touched and picked at, but rather be left alone to flake off by themselves.