Li-FT® Cosmetic Tattoo Removal
A gentle, minimally invasive solution to permanent makeup removal that’s saline-based, non-scarring and safe for all types of skin! Consultation is required in advance before booking this procedure, so we can determine the best approach for your unique situation.
What is Li-FT®?
Li-FT® is a non-acidic, high-salt-based, fruit seed extract removal product that helps to aid in the process of lightening both cosmetic tattoos, and (small) body tattoos. It’s made of sterile water and lemon & orange seed extracts to help with fading and exfoliation, as well as Aloe Vera to aid in skin conditioning.
Saline removal works by leveraging osmosis. A high concentration of salt water is implanted into the dermis where the pigment resides. Through the healing process, once a scab is formed the pigment becomes trapped within it and once the scab sheds, the unwanted pigment goes with it! The removal solution may be implanted with a tattoo machine, or by using the hand tool method.
Why choose Li-FT® over laser removal?
Laser removal of tattoos only targets certain pigment colors, breaking it down and pushing it back into the body’s lymphatic system, and can often cause scarring. Saline removal (Li-FT®) is not color restrictive, it targets ALL pigment particles, lifting them up and out of the body.
Who is a candidate for cosmetic tattoo removal?
Are you unhappy or dissatisfied with the shape and/or color of your current permanent makeup? Then you’re a candidate! Depending on your unique situation, it’s possible that not all of the existing pigment need to be removed, we may need to remove only a portion of it. In that case, we could do a selective removal to adjust specific parts of the eyebrow and correct shape or color. This is why it’s so important to schedule a consultation to see what different options are available to you
How many appointments will it take and is it uncomfortable?
Lightening cosmetic tattoos is a process. The overall timing will depend on a few individual variables, including how many layers of pigment are to be removed, where on the body it's located, your skin type, individual healing times, and strict adherence to the aftercare regimen. Based on these factors, it can take anywhere from 2-5 sessions of Li-FT® removal to reach our desired outcome.
Topical and secondary anesthetic is applied throughout the procedure to help you feel as comfortable as possible.
What does healing time and aftercare look like?
As with any permanent makeup procedure, the skin needs adequate time to heal, especially with any lightening procedure. To ensure the health and integrity of your skin, Li-FT® procedures can be scheduled 8 or more weeks apart.
After your first appointment, you’ll be provided with thorough aftercare instructions, as well as a take-home care kit. It is critical to follow ALL aftercare instructions to prevent complications, scarring, and to achieve optimum results.
What is Li-FT® emergency tattoo removal?
Emergency tattoo removal is specifically designed to address extremely recent permanent makeup procedures. In order for this method to be successful, it must be performed within 48 hours. Please contact us immediately if this is the case, as time is of the essence!