The booming tattoo industry: demand continues to grow
The tattoo industry has experienced strong growth in recent years, becoming a veritable booming industry. In France alone, there are more than 3,000 specialized studios, generating sales of over 180 million euros. This growing popularity is due to greater social acceptance and technological advances that make the practice more accessible and attractive to an ever-wider audience.
Many regret their tattoo
It should be noted, however, that not all tattoos last forever. In fact, according to Lutronic PBS data, 60% of people who get a tattoo regret their decision and want to get rid of their tattoo within five years. This trend is confirmed by Dr Bonina of the Bonina Aesthetic Medicine Clinic, who notes a 30% increase in the number of people wishing to remove tattoos, particularly among women aged between 35 and 50. These women come to the center to remove tattoos made in their youth that no longer correspond to their current identity.
Laser technology for tattoo removal
To meet this growing demand for tattoo removal, laser technology is being used. Specifically, Q-Switch technology uses ultra-short pulses to break the bond between ink and skin cells. In this way, the body can reabsorb the ink and eliminate it naturally to achieve a satisfactory result. The number of sessions required varies according to several factors, such as the color of the ink or the location of the tattoo. Dark tattoos may require between 5 and 10 sessions, with a delay of a month to a month and a half between each session to allow the body to eliminate the ink via the lymphatic system.
Not all tattoos are easy to remove
It's important to note that tattoo removal isn't always straightforward and can vary depending on a number of factors:
Color and pigments
Ink colors react differently to tattoo removal treatments. Darker pigments, such as black and blue, are generally easier to remove, while lighter colors, such as yellow and green, may be more resistant and require more sessions.
Tattoo depth and quality
The technique used to create the tattoo, as well as its depth and quality, are elements that influence the effectiveness of removal. Professional tattoos, created by experts with uniform ink application, are generally easier to remove than homemade or amateur tattoos, which may show irregularities in ink penetration.
Tattoo location
The location of the tattoo also plays a role in its ease of removal. Tattoos located on areas with greater blood circulation, such as the arms or legs, tend to respond better to laser treatments.
It should be noted that cigarette smoke can also influence wound healing and therefore the duration of tattoo removal treatment. People who smoke may need more sessions to achieve satisfactory results.
So, to guarantee the best results, professionals take all these factors into account and tailor the treatment to each individual, with the aim of achieving fast, safe results.
