While more people are getting tattoos, just as many are seeking to remove them. They come for various reasons, such as fashion tattoos, semi-permanent eyebrows, or eyeliner tattoos that have gone out of style or faded significantly.
Just as getting a tattoo requires careful consideration, choosing a clinic for removal requires even more thought.
When starting by looking at the price first
Some individuals visit our clinic while undergoing removal procedures elsewhere. This is usually for two reasons:
- They started due to the price, but the removal is not progressing at the desired speed.
- Scars remained after the removal procedure.
What you should check before the price is the skill.
Yonsei Star Dermatology Sinchon has over 20 years of experience, and all five medical staff are dermatology specialists who conduct one-onone customized consultations before performing removal procedures.
What the equipment must handle
As medical technology advances, tattoo removal equipment continues to evolve. Our clinic uses PicoWay equipment.
The core of tattoo removal lies in breaking down pigments into tiny fragments. PicoWay uses powerful energy in picosecond units—one trillionth of a second—to break down pigments finely while minimizing damage to surrounding skin tissue.
Furthermore, it delivers four wavelengths: 532nm, 730nm, 785nm, and 1064nm, showing high effectiveness in removing color tattoos. You can find information on the equipment configuration in the R-Zero Pico-Frectat Tattoo Removal guide, and other methods in the Nd:YAG Tattoo Removal guide.
How many times can it be irradiated in one visit?
When pigment is irradiated with a laser, white bubbles appear on the tattooed area. In the past, it was necessary to wait until the bubbles disappeared because the laser would not react if irradiated over them.
At Yonsei Star Dermatology Sinchon, with the R-Zero Pinhole Technique, up to four laser irradiations are possible in a single session. This is because the special medication Perfluorodecalin (PFD) can immediately eliminate the rising bubbles.
Repeated irradiation is performed within a range that does not strain the skin, thus shortening the treatment period and increasing the removal effect.
Is scarring considered in the final stage?
In the final stage, the Pinhole Technique is used to help blisters subside quickly. This helps prevent scarring after tattoo removal. Information on scar prevention methods is summarized in the Pinhole for Burn & Surgical Scar procedure guide.
In summary
Here are the items to check when choosing a clinic:
| Check Item | Why It's Important |
|---|---|
| Is the practitioner a dermatology specialist? | Output and frequency must be adjusted according to skin condition |
| Is the equipment capable of using wavelengths appropriate for the color? | Different pigments react to different wavelengths |
| How many times can it be irradiated in one visit? | Treatment period varies depending on the bubble handling method |
| Does it also consider scar prevention? | Blister and scab management determine the presence of scars |
You can view the overall treatment flow in the Tattoo Removal Treatment Guide. If you need a consultation, please use Inquire via chat now. Results may vary by individual.
Authored and Medically Reviewed by Chief Director Lee Sang-joo (Dermatology Specialist) Graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine · Doctor of Medicine Completed residency in Dermatology at Severance Hospital · Served as Professor of Dermatology at Yeongdong Severance Hospital View Medical Staff Profile
First Published 2023-11-03 · Last Reviewed 2026-07-29
This article contains general medical information and does not substitute for individual diagnosis and treatment. Results and recovery progress may vary by individual.