Tattoo Fading
Laser Focus, Natural Care
Fading for the tattoo you really want
Laser tattoo fading is a wonderful option if you want to cover up an existing tattoo with a new design. It lightens the ink, making it easier to add new tattoos on top.
Fading also means you can improve your existing tattoo to suit your tastes. Maybe you love your current tattoo but wish you could change a colour or a specific feature. The beauty of fading is that it allows you to keep the parts of your tattoo you love while fixing the parts you don’t.
Your Body’s Health May Be The Key To A Successful Tattoo Removal
What to expect on your tattoo fading Journey
Tattoo fading is a process that takes time, patience, and dedication to your skin’s care. Everyone is different, so chat with our team to receive tailored advice about your tattoo fading needs.
Session Time
Average 30 Mins
Number of Treatments
Average 4-6 treatments
How Often
6-8 weeks apart
The Outer Ink Removal Cycle
At Outer Ink, we want you to feel fully supported at every step of your tattoo removal journey
1. Tattoo Analysis
Custom treatment plan for your tattoo and skin
5. Review and Adapt
Check-ins to support your healing journey
4. Rest and Recovery
Let your body heal and remove the ink, naturally
The Outer Ink Removal Cycle
2. Laser Treatment
Careful and targeted laser to break down the ink
3. Natural Aftercare
Soothe and protect with all natural products
A healing cycle that continues until your tattoo has sufficiently faded.
The Outer Ink Removal Cycle
At Outer Ink, we want you to feel fully supported at every step of your tattoo removal journey
1. Tattoo Analysis
Custom treatment plan for your tattoo and skin
2. Laser Treatment
Careful and targeted laser to break down the ink
3. Natural Aftercare
Soothe and protect with all natural products
4. Rest and Recovery
Let your body heal and remove the ink, naturally
5. Review and Adapt
Check-ins to support your healing journey
A healing cycle that continues until your tattoo is removed.
Natural After Care
Helping the skin heal from within
Using Outer Ink’s natural aftercare pack may help soothe, protect, and repair your skin to minimise any discomfort and prevent potential scarring.
The carefully chosen all-natural and local products in our aftercare pack may speed up healing when used together properly.
QLD Grown Aloe Vera Gel
Soothes the skin and assists to reduce skin irritation.
Keeps the outer skin healthy and moisturised
100% Natural Kakadu Plum Powder
Has the highest natural source of Vitamin C to support immunity and overall health.
Assists to repair the skin, reduce collagen breakdown and scarring
Skin Harmony Homeopathic Drops
A homeopath-formulated Outer Ink blend of all-natural, gentle ingredients to assist with reducing inflammation, soothe irritation, promote skin repair and enhance overall healing.
Flexible packages that fit your needs
Fade Away Rejuvenation Package
If you want to fade your tattoo to prepare your skin for another, our Fade Away Rejuvenation Package ensures you are covered for your treatments and that you are happy with your tattoo-fading results.
What’s Included:
- Discounted treatments
- Aftercare products
- Check-ins and follow-ups to see how you are healing
- Unlimited access to our expert technicians via email or phone
- Peace of mind for your well-being and finances
Pay As You Go
What’s Included:
- Flexibility
- No commitment
- Aftercare packages available at an additional cost
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Your Path to Clearer Skin
We’ve made tattoo removal simple, supportive and designed around your body’s needs. From your first consultation to your final fade, we guide you through each stage with clarity and care.
1. Book a
Consultation
We assess your skin and tattoo, then offer you honest advice showing your options clearly.
2. Start Your
Personalised Plan
Our packages or pay-as-you-go sessions are spaced to match your skin’s healing cycle to allow your skin the time to heal in-between sessions.
3. Confidence with
ongoing support
Between treatments, we check in and offer support to help you navigate this journey with confidence.
4. Love the
skin you’re in
Feel great with renewed skin that is healthy and tattoo-free
Tattoo Fading FAQ's
How is tattoo fading different from complete removal?
Tattoo fading uses laser treatment to lighten and target specific areas of the tattoo.
It’s often done to prepare the area for a new design or cover-up, while complete removal aims to erase the tattoo entirely.
How many sessions will I need?
As a guide, tattoos generally require between 4-6 sessions for fading, though this can vary based on various factors including size, colour, age of tattoo and location.
How long are the treatments?
Although the actual laser treatment is very quick, each session may take 30 minutes or more. This is because at Outer Ink, we take our time for pre and post care.
How often will I need a treatment?
Sessions are typically spaced 6–8 weeks apart to allow your skin to heal and your immune system to process the broken-down ink.
Is it painful and are there any side effects?
The discomfort can vary depending on individual pain tolerance and the location and size of the tattoo. We can use numbing products to make the process more comfortable. While we take a high level of due care to ensure tattoo removal is as gentle and effective as possible, some people may experience side-effects such as redness, swelling, tenderness, blistering, or temporary skin discolouration.
What happens in your body when you use a laser to remove a tattoo?
Fading a tattoo with a laser is a delicate, multi-step process that uses advanced technology to break down the tattoo in the skin.
Here’s a very simple breakdown to help you understand around the process.
- The laser causes the ink particles to break apart into smaller fragments.
- The body’s immune system recognises the broken-down ink particles as foreign and begins to absorb them into the bloodstream and remove them as waste.
- Over repeated sessions, the tattoo will fade as the ink continues to break down and be absorbed naturally by the body.
What After Care is Best for Effective Results?
Proper aftercare is essential for optimal results. We recommend our Outer Ink aftercare pack and following our instructions to assist to relieve symptoms and prevent scarring. That being said there are many different approaches to care for your skin after treatment.
Can I speed the fading process up?
Fading is a gradual process, so patience is essential. Tattoos that are larger, deeper, or further away from the heart may fade more slowly. You can’t speed the fading process up but proper aftercare can promote healing, and a stronger immune system may remove ink particles faster.