There are a few places in Edmonton that do laser tattoo removal, and it's worth taking a little time to compare. Here are the questions we'd ask if we were in your shoes. Ask them anywhere you're considering, including us.
1. What laser do you use?
Different lasers are good at different things. Ask what the clinic uses and which ink colours it treats well. We use the Cutera Enlighten III, which pairs picosecond and nanosecond pulses and has three wavelengths, including one for stubborn reds and oranges.
2. Does it work on my skin tone?
The answer should be a confident yes, with an explanation of how they'll keep your skin safe. We tune the settings to your skin and always start with a test spot.
3. Do you start with a test spot?
A test spot shows how your skin and ink respond before the whole tattoo is treated. It's especially important for cosmetic tattoos like brows, lip blush and eyeliner.
4. How do you keep me comfortable?
Ask about numbing, cooling and breaks. We numb first, cool the skin throughout, and give you breaks whenever you need them. You set the pace.
5. Is your pricing clear?
You should know how pricing works before you commit. We price regular tattoo removal per session by size and publish those prices, quote cosmetic removal at your free consult, and offer unlimited packages for regular tattoo removal that you can ask about.
6. Be careful with promises
Be cautious of anyone who guarantees an exact number of sessions before seeing your tattoo. Every tattoo and every body is different. An honest estimate after a proper look is a good sign.
7. How does the consult feel?
You should leave a consult feeling informed, not pressured, and you should never have to explain why you want a tattoo gone. Look for a clinic that feels warm, honest and judgment-free.
Want to see how we answer all of these? Book a free consult, or read about laser tattoo removal at Chrysalis Project.