Cosmetic Tattoo Removal · St Kilda, Melbourne
Unhappy with an old brow tattoo that has turned grey, blue or red, or simply isn’t the right shape any more? PicoWay laser breaks the pigment up from beneath the skin, so it fades evenly without cutting, burning or re-opening the skin.
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PicoWay delivers ultra-short picosecond pulses, trillionths of a second long, into the skin. This creates a photoacoustic (pressure-based) effect rather than the heat used by older lasers, so the pigment is shattered into ultra-fine particles while the surrounding skin is left largely untouched.
Your body’s lymphatic system then clears those particles naturally over time. Because the skin barrier stays intact, there is less irritation and downtime, which is exactly what you want on a delicate area like the brows.
That is why PicoWay is considered one of the most effective options for eyebrow tattoo removal, including stubborn or previously treated pigment.
We only use saline removal for yellow pigment that laser can’t shift. See PicoWay vs Q-Switch vs Saline for the full comparison.
Real CTM clients. Some brows lift noticeably after one session; darker or denser pigment takes a few. Every removal plan is personalised.
Nik brings over four years of specialised experience in PicoWay laser tattoo removal, including cosmetic eyebrow tattoo removal. He also provides Ultraformer MPT HIFU for face and body lifting, tightening and contouring.
Nik and Shelley are the husband-and-wife team behind Cosmetic Tattooing Melbourne, so every removal plan is backed by Shelley’s 17 years of cosmetic tattooing experience, right here in our St Kilda salon.
Choosing the right removal method matters, not just for the result but for the health of your skin. Here is how the three most common methods compare.
| PicoWay laser | Q-Switch laser | Saline / glycolic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | Picosecond (pressure-based) | Nanosecond (heat-based) | Manual / chemical |
| Skin damage | Minimal | Moderate | Higher |
| Risk of scarring | Very low | Low–moderate | Moderate–high |
| Pigment breakdown | Even & precise | Less precise | Uneven |
| Downtime | Minimal | Mild | Moderate–high |
| Yellow pigment risk | Lower | Moderate | Higher |
| Best for | Brows & cosmetic tattoos | General tattoos | Limited cases |
“Laser removes pigment safely from within the skin. Saline removes it by damaging the skin.”
Often, yes, and it is a normal part of pigment breakdown. Cosmetic pigments are a mix of colour compounds, so they fade in layers.
Seeing yellow doesn’t mean the removal has failed. It shows the pigment has been significantly broken down and you are at a more advanced stage, so treatment becomes more strategic from here.
Yellow is one of the most laser-resistant colours. It reflects light rather than absorbing it, and often contains titanium dioxide or light iron oxides that react less to laser energy. Improvement is usually still possible, but it:
This is why starting with laser first matters: it breaks pigment down more evenly and reduces the risk of stubborn yellow left behind.
Brow tattoo removal is gradual. Each session breaks down more pigment and your body clears it in between, so sessions are spaced 4–8 weeks apart.
We look at your brow pigment, its colours, depth and any previous treatments, and plan full removal or lightening for a correction.
It feels like a thin rubber band snapping on the skin. Most clients don’t need numbing cream, but we can arrange it if you’d like.
A Dermalux LED session after your laser supports skin repair and helps your lymphatic system clear the shattered pigment.
We review how your brows have faded and plan the next session 4–8 weeks later, until you reach the result you want.
Following your laser treatment, Dermalux LED therapy supports cellular repair, improves circulation and helps your lymphatic system clear the fragmented pigment, while promoting a more even, refined skin texture.
We recommend adding a Dermalux LED session to every PicoWay appointment for the best possible result.
Good preparation and aftercare protect your skin and help your body clear the pigment. Full written instructions are given when you book, and you can read our tattoo removal aftercare any time.
When you visit Cosmetic Tattooing Melbourne, you can feel confident knowing you’re in experienced, professional hands.
Extensive experience in cosmetic tattooing, beauty and advanced treatments.
Thousands of clients have trusted us for their cosmetic tattooing and beauty treatments.
Proudly backed by hundreds of Google reviews from our valued clients.
A pressure-based laser that fades brow pigment evenly while protecting the delicate skin around your eyes.
We follow strict hygiene and infection-control procedures so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your treatment.
Professionally trained, licensed and certified, with a strong commitment to safe and high-quality treatments.
As cosmetic tattooists, we understand pigment, and we offer PicoWay, saline and Plasma Fibroblast options to suit every tattoo.
If any texture changes occur while healing, clients who started their removal with us get free skin revision treatments.
Every plan is built around your tattoo, your skin and your goal, whether that is full removal or fading for a cover-up.
With 17 years of industry experience, more than 8,000 clients serviced and nearly 580 Google reviews, Cosmetic Tattooing Melbourne is proud to provide PicoWay laser tattoo removal and cosmetic tattooing from our St Kilda, Melbourne salon.
Spread the cost of your treatment with interest-free payment plans.
It depends on the pigment colours, how dense and deep the tattoo is, any previous treatments and how your skin heals. Some brows lift noticeably after one session; most need a few, spaced 4–8 weeks apart. We give you a personalised plan at your consultation and review it after your first session.
In most cases, yes, especially for brows. PicoWay works beneath the skin without trauma, breaks pigment down evenly and heals faster with a low risk of scarring. Saline and glycolic removal re-open the skin repeatedly and rely on scabbing, with a higher risk of scarring, uneven pigment and stubborn yellow tones. See the full comparison.
When performed correctly with PicoWay, the skin isn’t cut, burned or abraded and the surface stays largely intact, so scarring is extremely unlikely. If any texture changes do occur while healing, we offer free skin revision with Plasma Fibroblast for clients who started their removal with us.
They can, and it is normal. Dark pigments break down first, so warmer red, orange or yellow tones underneath may show for a while. It means the removal is progressing.
Yellow is one of the hardest colours for any laser because it reflects light. It may take more sessions and complete removal isn’t always possible, but improvement usually is. Where laser can’t shift yellow, we may recommend saline removal or a correction plan.
It feels like a thin rubber band snapping against the skin: quick and very manageable. Most clients don’t need numbing cream, but let us know if you’d like it and we’ll arrange it.
Often, yes. Once the old pigment has been lightened enough, we can plan correction work or a new brow technique that suits you.
Yes. We remove and fade brow, lip and eyeliner tattoos and scalp micropigmentation, as well as body art. For lips we also offer saline and glycolic correction.
Yes. Dermalux LED supports skin repair and lymphatic drainage, helping your body clear the fragmented pigment and keeping the skin calm and even.
Pricing depends on the size, density and colours of the pigment. Contact us for a personalised quote or book a consultation.
Book your brow removal consultation at our St Kilda salon, Suite 2/179 Barkly Street, or call us on 0412 144 015 for a chat first.
