Laser Tattoo Removal With Refine

After many years of gemma experiencing numerous clients requiring removal of old brows before she can perform her brows, it was felt that having laser removal in house would be a beneficial addition. This became more apparent once she commenced body tattooing, again with many clients having old tattoos they wished to remove. Refine was born!

What is Laser Tattoo Removal? Laser tattoo removal selectively targets tattoo ink with light energy in the form of a laser. The beam breaks down large particles of ink into smaller ink particles, that can be more easily cleared away by the body’s lymphatic system. 

Can a tattoo be removed completely? Yes, complete tattoo removal is possible. The number of sessions required will of course differ from client to client.

How many sessions are required? It completely depends on the client’s skin tissue and anatomy, the tattoo itself and the machine used.

For body tattoos, we recommend 6-8 sessions. For facial tattoos (BROWS), we recommend 2-4 sessions.

Why do machines use multiple lenses? These machines require multiple lenses as they boast different wavelengths. Different wavelengths are required to detect different colours of ink in the skin.

DISCOUNTS ON MULTIPLE SESSIONS BOOKED IN ADVANCE 

Before Your Appointment

Avoid sunbeds/sunbathing for 5 days prior to appointment
Avoid using fake tan in the treatment area for a week prior to your appointment
If you are prone to skin breakouts (acne, eczema, psoriasis etc.) ensure you are using relevant treatment for 2 weeks prior to your appointment. If you have a breakout on the day, we will be unable to perform the laser treatment
Shave the area 24 hours before your appointment
Wear loose fitting clothing to your appointment to avoid discomfort
We advise taking an antihistamine before your appointment to reduce swelling
Do not use numbing cream. This can have a negative reaction to the light/heat from the laser and cause burning
Avoid coffee or alcohol for 72 hours prior your appointment
Avoid blood thinners and painkillers for 72 hours before your appointment

After Your Appointment

• Avoid using uv sunbeds for 28 days to avoid burning/scarring. You will end up with scarring if you use a sunbed before your skin is healed.
• Keep the area free from creams/balms/makeup for at least 72 hours. After 72 hours you can start applying an spf50 for protection from burning. Do not start applying makeup/creams to the area until healed to reduce the risk of infection.
• Apply spf regularly and when healed, use the provided bio oil to help with healing
• There is a possibility your hair can turn white from the laser. Do not be alarmed, the hair will grow back your normal colour
• Have ice packs at hand to reduce swelling and discomfort
• Drink 3 litres of water a day between laser sessions to help your lymphatic system to remove the shattered ink from your skin
• Take antihistamines to reduce swelling
• The ink may not breakdown or get lighter in your first couple of sessions. It is important to follow your after care for optimum results and safety

•  Apply a thin layer of cream provided to the treated area 3-4 times a day
• Do not use bio oil until skin is healed. Apply a thin layer in a morning and on a night.
• Drink 3 litres of water a day to help with the removal of the broken down ink in your skin
• Ice pack use to reduce swelling and discomfort on the treated area.

 

Kathy Chadwick Jones
Kathy Chadwick Jones
First time for me having micro blading. Gemma is very professional and makes you feel in total control of what you want. I came out with the brows I wanted exactly. The whole process was amazing and aftercare explained perfectly. I would definitely recommend Gemma to take care of your brows. A fantastic experience and I am so happy with my natural fluffy brows.
Emma Pole
Emma Pole
Where to start.... Jessica and Lee are so friendly and welcoming both lovely and chatty .... Gemma just wow!! she is amazing from start to finish, don’t know why I was nervous she puts you at ease with her welcoming manner and explained everything step by step down to shape, colour and could not feel a thing absolutely pain free... I am so happy with my combination brows I love them and even happier that I choose Gemma to do them ... thank you so much to Gemma, Lee and Jessica for making my experience at fine strokes the best ...will be recommending you to everyone... thanks again see u soon for my top up
Steph Smith
Steph Smith
I have been wanting my Brows done for so long but never found the right place to go. Gemma was recommended to me by a friend, when I rang and spoke to Gemma she made me feel at ease about having them done and answered my questions and put my fears at ease. I would definitely recommend Gemma as she made me feel at ease and explained everything step by step and advise what would be the best for me. I am so pleased with my Brows as they look amazing thank you so much