Fractional Treatment Aftercare
Does your tattoo need a little extra attention with our fractional treatment?
Follow the following steps to ensure healthy healing after that extra zap.
Drink plenty of water! Staying hydrated is huge during your tattoo removal process!
During the downtime, we recommend massaging the area regularly with a gentle moisturizer in order to increase blood flow. The increase in circulation will help your body break the ink down more efficiently.
Some clients have success with using LED light therapy on their face! red LED lights are wonderful for circulation, and will push the process along. Green LED lights help soothe the skin and reduce redness. These can be ordered through Amazon and can be used daily. Many of these masks will have both features, but you should check before buying.
If you notice the color of your ink has changed after your last laser treatment, don’t worry! We can target different pigments at the next session with a different wavelength. We know it is a little scary, but trust the process!
The fractional is a controlled wound and does open up the skin. Bleeding is completely normal, so a bandage will be placed on after your treatment. Keep the treated area bandaged for 24-72 hours after your treatment if possible.
After 24-72 hours, gently remove your bandage. If we used a Tegaderm bandage, we recommend removing it in the shower to help the bandage’s adhesive come off the skin. Once you have removed your bandage, give the treated area a gentle clean with antibacterial or non-scented soap.
Take a paper towel and pat the area dry gently. Apply a very thin layer of antibacterial ointment
Please don’t hesitate to call our office with any questions! (314) 971-LAZR
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