Why Choose Laser Tattoo Removal at Min Clinic?

Tattoos can change meaning over time. At Min Clinic in Gangnam (near Apgujeong & Cheongdam), we offer medical-grade laser treatments designed to fade or fully remove unwanted ink with a focus on safety, skin health, and realistic expectations. Every plan is customized by English-friendly clinicians to your tattoo’s color, depth, size, and skin type.

How It Works

Laser energy targets pigment particles in the dermis and breaks them into tiny fragments. Your body’s immune system gradually clears these fragments over a series of sessions. We select pulse duration and wavelength to match your ink colors:

• Black/dark blue: typically respond fastest
• Red/green: require specific wavelengths
• Pastels/white/yellow: may need more sessions and careful parameter tuning

What to Expect (Step-by-Step)

1. Consultation & Skin Assessment – medical history, Fitzpatrick skin type, ink colors, previous cover-ups.
2. Test Spot (if needed) – checks your skin response before full treatment.
3. Treatment Day – cleansing, protective eyewear, precise laser passes; session times vary by size.
4. Cooling & Dressing – immediate soothing and sterile dressing where appropriate.
5. Recovery Window – mild redness or swelling is common for 24–72 hours.

Session Count & Timeline

Most tattoos require multiple sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart. The total number depends on:

• Ink color mix & density
• Professional vs. amateur tattoo
• Location (areas with better circulation clear faster)
• Skin tone and history of pigmentation or scarring

Your clinician will map out a realistic fade/removal plan after the first visit.

Comfort & Downtime

• During treatment: heat/elastic-snap sensation; cooling and topical anesthetic can be used.
• After treatment: temporary redness, tenderness, or minor frosting are expected; most clients return to routine activities the same day.

Aftercare Essentials

• Keep the area clean, cool, and dry for 24–48 hours.
• Do not pick scabs or blisters; allow natural healing.
• Apply the recommended ointment as directed.
• Strict sun protection (SPF 50+) until fully healed between sessions.
• Avoid hot tubs, saunas, and intense workouts for 48–72 hours.

Safety & Possible Side Effects

Our priority is skin integrity. Possible but uncommon effects include temporary darkening/lightening (PIH/PIHy), blistering, textural change, and rarely scarring. Clients with a history of keloids or recent tans require adjusted settings and careful planning.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• Unwanted tattoos (including cover-ups) of most sizes and colors
• Willingness to complete a series of treatments
• Non-pregnant, no active skin infections at the site
• Able to follow strict sun-care and aftercare

Pricing & Packages

Exact fees depend on size, colors, and session count. During consultation, you’ll receive a transparent quotation and package options for multi-session plans.

FAQs

How many sessions will I need?
Small black tattoos may fade in fewer sessions; multicolor or dense professional tattoos usually require more. A realistic range will be provided after assessment.

Will it remove the tattoo completely?
Many tattoos can reach “near-clear” or clinically clear outcomes. Some shades (e.g., light yellow/white) can be more stubborn and may leave a faint ghosting.

Can you treat darker skin tones?
Yes. Parameters and intervals are tailored to minimize pigmentary risks, with careful test spots when indicated.

Can I fade a tattoo for a new cover-up?
Absolutely. Targeted fading reduces density to give artists a cleaner canvas.

How long between sessions?
Typically 6–8 weeks to allow adequate immune clearance and skin recovery.

Why Min Clinic

• Personalized protocols for multicolor, layered, and cover-up tattoos
• Skin-first approach that prioritizes safety and long-term skin quality
• English-friendly team for international patients
• Convenient Gangnam location (Apgujeong · Cheongdam vicinity)

International Patients Welcome

Talk to a Real Person, Not a Robot — English Support Available!
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We can pre-review your tattoo via photo, estimate sessions, and plan visits around your travel dates.