SMP removal in Vancouver
InkOff offers laser removal for scalp micropigmentation, also called SMP. It follows the same process as tattoo removal, with very similar laser settings.
Client reviews
What clients say
“He is an expert at what he does and is honest and upfront about how many sessions you’ll need/ costs/ aftercare everything.”
“He’s extremely patient letting you take breaks as needed and does a decent job of making you feel at ease and cared for.”
“He was incredibly honest and kind, letting me know I didn’t actually need the full procedure and only worked on a small area.”
How it works
What to expect
Four steps, from free consultation to results.
Your first visit
Step 1: Free consultation
Scott examines your tattoo, explains laser tattoo removal in detail and answers your questions. No terms or conditions apply.
Each session
Step 2: Your treatment
Short pulses of focused light break ink into smaller fragments for your body’s immune system to remove. A Zimmer cold-air system cools your skin to ease treatment.
About 12 weeks apart
Step 3: Between sessions
Your treatments are about 12 weeks apart. No recovery time is needed; you can return to normal activities right away.
After 1–2 sessions
Step 4: Results
Most people see initial results after 1 or 2 sessions. Fading for a cover-up usually takes 4–8 sessions; full removal, 8–10 or more.
Your treatment laser
Quanta System Q-Plus EVO
Light matched to your inkScott selects from the laser’s three kinds of light to match the colours in your tattoo.
An even, square beamA square beam reduces overlap between pulses on your skin, improving results and treatment safety.
Quanta System Q-Plus EVO, made in Italy. Nd:YAG at 1064 and 532 nm, Ruby at 694 nm.
Your treatment cooling
Zimmer Cryo 6
Cold air for comfortCooling helps reduce pain and minimize tissue damage as your tattoo is treated with the laser.
Cooling guided by ScottScott directs the air where he’s treating your skin, keeping the hose clear of the laser beam.
Zimmer Cryo 6, a separate cooling machine beside the laser. Cold air down to -30°C.
Your comfort
Does it hurt?
“It does hurt a little bit, but we have a cooling machine that works very well to cut down on the pain.”
Your questions
Clear answers
What is scalp micropigmentation?
Scalp micropigmentation, or SMP, is a cosmetic tattoo made of tiny dots on the scalp. The dots look like short hair or fuller hair.
Who does SMP removal at InkOff?
Scott Oshowy, a certified laser tattoo removal technician, performs SMP removal at InkOff inside Monkey King Tattoos at 774 Kingsway, Vancouver.
How does SMP removal compare with tattoo removal?
The process is the same, and the laser settings are very similar. Scott uses the same Quanta System Q-Plus EVO laser used for tattoo removal.
Book your free consultation
No terms or conditions apply. Inside Monkey King Tattoos, 774 Kingsway, Vancouver. Tuesday to Saturday, 11am – 5pm.