LASER TATTOO REMOVAL

• Clients under the age of 18.
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Active cancer or undergoing chemotherapy/radiotherapy
• Epilepsy triggered by light.
• Pacemaker or implanted electronic devices (for some systems, esp. RF/laser combos).
• Active infections in the treatment area (bacterial, viral, fungal).
• Open wounds, burns, or severe skin irritation at the site.
• History of keloid or hypertrophic scarring.
• Use of isotretinoin (Accutane) within the last 6–12 months.
• Uncontrolled diabetes (delayed healing risk).
• Blood clotting disorders or use of anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin).
• Severe cardiovascular conditions.

Relative Contraindications / Precautions (treatment may be delayed or require medical clearance).

• Recent Botox, dermal fillers, or other injectable treatments (wait 3–4 weeks).
• Recent chemical peels, microneedling, or laser treatments (skin must be fully healed).
• Active acne or inflamed skin in the treatment area.
• Very dark skin tones (Fitzpatrick V–VI) – higher risk of hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation.
• Recent sunburn or tanning (natural or artificial).
• Use of isotretinoin (Accutane) in the last 6–12 months.
• Autoimmune diseases affecting healing (e.g., lupus).
• Bleeding disorders or poor wound healing.
• History of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.