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Stranger Than Paradise Records Tattoo Removal in Cambridge

Find confidence in your skin with tattoo removal. The laser specialists at sk:n offer the safest, most effective laser tattoo removal.

  

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Home to 2 of the UK’s leading laser, dermatology and skin clinics

Delivering outstanding, personalised care for over 30 years

Industry-best care, training and safety regulations

Leading clinical laser technology for tattoo removal

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Laser tattoo removal is a safe and effective way of permanently removing unwanted tattoos. At sk:n Cambridge, we use the latest and most advanced medical-grade laser technology to remove tattoo ink including Pico, proven to be safer and more effective than other treatments such as creams. With our industry-leading clinical training and safety programmes, you can trust sk:n is the best and safest place for tattoo removal.

Book a consultation with the tattoo removal experts at sk:n Cambridge to find out if laser treatment is suitable for you. Our clinics are both easily accessible; one by the Bullring, and the other just outside of the city centre in Edgbaston.

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The sk:n Cambridge Medical Team

sk:n is home to more consultant dermatologists, doctors, plastic surgeons, nurses and highly trained practitioners than any other UK dermatology service provider.

The team at sk:n Cambridge are passionate about helping our clients discover better skin.

Whether you have an unwanted tattoo, suffer from acne, unwanted hair, or just want to detox and rejuvenate your skin, we have the most effective treatments available to help you get the best results for you.

Leading laser, dermatology and skin clinics in the UK

Delivering outstanding, personalised service for over 30 years

Industry leading care, training and safety regulations

Medically qualified laser tattoo experts

0% Finance Options Available – so you can spread the cost of your treatment

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Lasers remove tattoos by safely applying intense light to the pigment and breaking up the ink into tiny particles. After several treatments (with regular intervals between sessions), the body breaks down and removes the pigment in the tattoo, causing it to fade.

Unfortunately, no method of tattoo removal is completely pain-free. It’s similar to the feeling of having a rubber band repeatedly flicked against the skin. Others describe it as a rapid succession of sharp pinpricks, or a warm, prickly sensation. Because a lot of energy is needed in order for the laser to break up the ink particles under your skin, laser tattoo removal can be uncomfortable for some people, so we offer cooling spray and aloe vera gel to calm the skin post-treatment, and SPF to protect the area. Your skin will also need 6 – 12 weeks to properly recover between treatments.

A course of 6-10 treatments is often enough to remove the tattoo, depending on the colour and depth of the ink, and the location and age of the tattoo.

Laser tattoo removal may not be suitable for you if you have a dark skin tone; this is due to the potential of the treatment leaving a ‘ghosting’ effect, where the skin is left lighter than the surrounding area. During your consultation, our tattoo experts will assess your tattoo and determine which solution is most appropriate for you. In some cases, the most appropriate form of removal for a tattoo could be excision. This involves having the tattoo surgically removed using a scalpel, with a local anaesthetic applied. Although more invasive, it can sometimes be the most effective solution and may also be quicker.

A tattoo can be faded adequately and re-covered after a couple of sessions. Your practitioner will be able to advise how many sessions you are likely to need during your consultation.

The ink particles of the tattoo are normally injected deep into the dermis (the second layer of skin). In order to reverse this process effectively, the pigment within the skin needs to be broken down using targeted lasers. It isn’t necessarily the case that if you have a change of heart shortly after getting your tattoo, it is easier to remove.

Yes, it’s very safe. The laser energy is selectively absorbed by the tattoo ink only, meaning that surrounding tissues are not affected and there is no lasting damage to the skin. At sk:n, we operate within the strictest safety and medical protocols, so you can trust you’re in the safest hands at sk:n.

At sk:n we remove tattoos either with medical-grade lasers, or excision, which is delivered by a doctor, depending on the tattoo or skin type. We do not recommend the following methods of tattoo removal because they can cause scarring and have a high risk of infection.

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Cambridge Brooklands Avenue Opening Times

Monday

12:00 – 20:00

Tuesday

12:00 – 20:00

Wednesday

12:00 – 20:00

Thursday

10:00 – 18:00

Friday

10:00 – 18:00

Saturday

09:00 – 17:00

Sunday

Closed

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Clinic Address

7 Brooklands Avenue, Cambridge, CB2 8BB

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Finding us

We’re located within 1/4 mile from Cambridge city centre and 1.5 miles off Junction 11 of the M11 motorway. It’s also only a five minute walk from Cambridge train station. There is on-site parking for up to 11 cars at the front and the rear of the clinic. To access the rear car park, turn down Clarendon Road and you will see the entrance to the car park is the first left.

Contact Centre Hours

Monday – Friday: 9am – 9pm

Saturday: 9am – 8pm

Sunday: 9am – 7pm

Head Office

sk:n

200 St Vincent Street,

Glasgow,

Yvonne Damant

G2 5SG

Oskin Ltd.

Registered in Scotland No. SC817369.

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Your application will be subject to a credit check using a recognised credit reference agency as part of our assessment process. Credit is subject to status and is limited to UK residents aged 18 years and over. You can find Omni Capital Retail Finance’s Terms and Conditions at http://www.omnicapitalretailfinance.co.uk .

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