Tattoo Removal Cologne: gentle Laser Tattoo Removal
Tattoos are no longer a rarity or an unusual sight. The motifs of tattoos are as diverse as the people who wear them. There are often emotional stories or other personal reasons behind the decision to get a tattoo.
But a spontaneous decision as a teenager or a love tattoo from a long-ago relationship are also not uncommon. In these cases, there is often a great desire to have the tattoo removed.
But be careful: tattoo removal with a laser is a legal gray area in Germany. In addition to medical staff, tattoo and cosmetic studios can also remove tattoos with lasers. Incorrect use of laser devices or poor medical aftercare can cause physical damage.
We offer safe and gentle laser tattoo removal. This allows the tattoo to be removed with virtually no scarring. Thanks to the latest technology, dark and light colors as well as large tattoos can be lasered away. On this page, we explain all the important questions about laser tattoo removal.
You can find all the information about tattoo removal in Cologne at the PALMKLINIK here. Arrange your individual consultation appointment now.
At a Glance: Tattoo Removal with Laser
| Surgery duration | 30 – 60 minutes per session; 6-12 sessions required |
| Hospitalization | Not required |
| Aftercare | Avoid exposure to the sun, sauna or swimming pools; apply wound cream; light cooling as required |
| Anesthesia | Local anesthesia |
| Socially presentable | Depending on the area of the tattoo immediately |
| Sport | Extreme sports should be avoided during the treatments |
Tattoo Removal Procedure
If you would like to have your tattoo lasered away, the images on the skin are gradually faded away with the laser. Tattoo removal is painless and a local anesthetic is usually sufficient.
The laser works with high-energy light pulses. Different wavelengths can be set depending on the color of the tattoo. This is because black and blue require a different wavelength (1064 nm / 694 nm) than brown (694 nm / 532 nm), red, yellow, orange (532 nm) or green (694 nm).
The light pulse waves are absorbed by the color pigments in the skin. The excess energy is converted into vibration, which in turn causes the color pigments to fragment. The particles are distributed in the lymphatic system and the bloodstream and are gradually broken down and flushed out of the body via the metabolism.
When the laser penetrates, only the color pigments are destroyed, leaving the surrounding tissue unharmed. As a result, tattoo removal is particularly gentle on the skin and scarring can be reduced to a minimum.
Many tattoos can be completely removed with this modern laser technology. However, the success of tattoo removal also depends on the size, color and quality of the tattoo.
Tip: CO2 laser treatment can achieve good results for tattoo scars.
Frequently asked Questions about Tattoo Removal
You probably have a lot of questions about tattoo removal in Cologne. To make your decision easier, we answer the most common ones below. However, please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. You are welcome to arrange an initial non-binding consultation at the PALMKLINIK®.
Can a tattoo be completely removed?
Despite the increasing effectiveness of laser treatments, it is always necessary to carry out several sessions to completely remove the tattoo. The Picosure laser in particular, which we use at the PALMKLINIK®, works quickly, successfully and painlessly.
The laser treatment can be repeated every few weeks. In between, the skin needs some time to recover and to neutralize the pigments already reached by the laser. Step by step, the colors first fade and are then less visible, and later the tattoo disappears completely in the best case.
How many sessions does it take to remove a tattoo?
The number of sessions required to completely laser away a tattoo depends on the size, colors and quality of the tattoo. However, 3-5 sessions should be expected even for smaller tattoos. For larger tattoos, at least 6-12 sessions should be planned for successful tattoo removal.
When can you have a tattoo lasered?
If you want to have a freshly engraved tattoo removed, you must wait at least 90 days. This period is essential for the skin to regenerate after the tattoo has been applied.
How much does tattoo removal cost?
The cost of tattoo removal also depends on the size of the tattoo and the resulting number of sessions. However, laser tattoo removal costs from €100 per session.
Is it dangerous to have a tattoo lasered off?
Thanks to the latest PicoSure technology, laser tattoo removal has become even less painful and less risky. The treatment is usually only accompanied by slight pain and, depending on how much pain you feel, a local anesthetic is also possible.
It is completely harmless if slight redness or swelling occurs briefly in the treated skin area after a session. In addition, a scab usually forms which falls off by itself. To avoid complications, it is important that you refrain from sunbathing, going to the solarium or sauna and do not do a lot of sport.
Allergies or other side effects very rarely occur during tattoo removal if tiny particles remain in the tissue when the color pigments are blown up. This can happen if the different colors do not react evenly to the light pulses and different wavelengths are required to address all colors.
Does tattoo removal cause pain?
Laser tattoo removal is about as painful as the actual tattooing itself. We use an anesthetic ointment so that you hardly feel a thing.
Can I go out in the sun after tattoo removal?
Direct sunlight should be avoided during the healing phase.
How do I care for the skin after tattoo removal?
Apply a nourishing wound cream to the skin; light cooling can provide relief.