Tattoos are removed with a Q-switched laser. It sends out energy in one strong pulse. This pulse of energy heats up the ink in your skin to dissolve it.
You will need to receive several laser treatments over several weeks or longer to remove your tattoo. Often, lasers do not completely remove a tattoo. Instead, they lighten or fade it so it is much less noticeable.
Consult your board-certified dermatologist before taking any medical or aesthetic procedure.