Eyebrow tattoo removal uses laser or saline techniques to fade cosmetic brow tattoos — including microblading, nano brows, powder brows, and permanent makeup. Treatment usually takes 3–8 sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart, and results vary between clients. Laser $80–$100 per session; saline $200 per visit.
As a specialist cosmetic tattooing studio, Melbourne Designer Brows understands eyebrow tattoos in detail — how they are applied, how they age, and how they are best removed. We offer both laser (Q-switched) and saline removal for cosmetic brow tattoos, and we recommend the method most suited to your specific tattoo type, pigment, and skin at a thorough consultation.
Whether you want to remove microblading that has aged poorly, correct a brow shape you are unhappy with, fade old work before getting a fresh cosmetic tattoo, or address permanent makeup that has shifted colour — we can help. Laser removal is available at our Springvale studio; saline removal is available at both Springvale and Richmond.
We specialise in removing all types of cosmetic brow tattoos and facial permanent makeup
Microblading often ages to blue, grey, or orange tones after 2–3 years. Laser targets these colour shifts effectively. Many clients return for microblading removal before booking fresh cosmetic tattoo work — removal creates a clean canvas and expands design options.
Machine-applied nano brows and powder brow techniques can be removed by laser or saline, depending on pigment type and depth. Powder brows with lighter or mixed pigments may respond particularly well to saline removal, though we assess each case individually.
Ombré and combo brow techniques combine shading and (sometimes) hair strokes — these can be faded or removed over a course of treatments. The shaded body of the brow often responds well to laser; combination techniques may require a tailored approach.
Older-style permanent makeup frequently ages to blue, grey, or ashy tones that look unnatural. Q-switched laser can selectively target these discoloured pigments. Results depend on the original pigment composition — we conduct a thorough assessment before commencing treatment.
Permanent eyeliner and lip liner that has aged or is no longer wanted can also be addressed with laser. These areas require careful technique due to proximity to the eyes and lips — we approach them with appropriate precautions and adjusted parameters.
If you want new cosmetic tattooing but your existing work cannot simply be worked over, removal sessions can fade it sufficiently for a fresh start. 2–4 removal sessions often create a much better canvas than attempting a direct cover-up of old work.
Both methods can be effective — the right choice depends on your specific pigment type and skin
Uses concentrated nanosecond light pulses to shatter pigment particles. The fragments are then cleared by the immune system over the following weeks.
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Available at our Springvale studio only.
A concentrated salt solution is tattooed into the pigmented area. The hypertonic saline draws moisture and pigment toward the skin surface — a scab forms and carries pigment away as it heals.
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Available at both our Springvale and Richmond studios.
Not sure which is right for you? We assess every client at consultation and make an honest recommendation based on your tattoo type, pigment colour, depth, and skin. Some clients benefit from a combination approach — laser for darker pigment and saline for lighter areas.
Eyebrow removal requires precise technique — we approach it carefully
The brow area is delicate — close proximity to the eyes, thin skin, and the importance of the brows to facial appearance all mean that eyebrow tattoo removal requires careful technique and realistic expectations. Our approach:
As a cosmetic tattooing studio, we understand brow tattoos from the application side as well as the removal side. This gives us a detailed understanding of how different techniques, pigments, and depths respond to removal — which we apply to your treatment plan.
Not every unwanted brow tattoo needs to be removed completely
For brows that are uneven, the wrong shape, blurred, or healed to a warm or ashy colour. Correction of work done by other artists starts from $600, and suitability is assessed case by case. See eyebrow tattoo correction.
When old pigment is too dark or sits outside the shape you want, a few removal sessions to lighten it — partial laser removal of tails or edges is $80 per session — can give a cleaner base for new work.
If you no longer want brow tattoo at all, full laser removal is $100 per session for both brows, or saline removal is $200 per visit. Complete removal can't be guaranteed; we give an honest assessment first.
Eyebrow tattoo removal — laser from $80 per session, saline $200 per visit
$100 for full brow removal (both brows), or $80 for partial removal (tails or correction). Most brow removals need 3–5 sessions.
Cosmetic tattoo removal is charged per session only — already priced below our body tattoo rates, so there's no course or loyalty discount on brow removal.
$200 per visit. Available at both our Richmond and Springvale studios.
Saline is colour-blind, so it can suit lighter or mixed cosmetic pigments. We recommend laser, saline or a combination at consultation.
Cosmetic brow tattoos commonly require 3–8 sessions, though individual results vary considerably. We provide an informed estimate at your consultation based on your specific tattoo.
Sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart for safe healing.
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Laser removal at Springvale. Saline removal at both Springvale and Richmond. If you're looking for eyebrow tattoo removal near the CBD, South Melbourne or South Yarra, our Richmond studio on Bridge Rd is the closer option for saline removal.
Call 0418 188 277 to discuss which studio is best for your removal needs.
Full price list for laser and saline sessions, treatment courses and terms.
Dedicated page for body tattoo laser removal — how Q-switched laser works, what it treats, and realistic expectations.
If your goal is to correct unsatisfactory brow work rather than full removal, our brow corrections service may be the right path.
The best method depends on your specific tattoo. Laser (Q-switched) works for most eyebrow tattoos — it targets dark pigments effectively and is versatile across most ink types. Saline removal is colour-blind and can work well for lighter or mixed cosmetic pigments, especially superficially placed brow tattoos. Some clients benefit from a combination of both methods across their removal journey. We assess every client at consultation and recommend the most appropriate approach for their brow tattoo specifically.
Microblading can be significantly faded and in many cases substantially removed over a course of treatments — however, complete removal cannot be guaranteed for any client. Outcomes depend on the ink colour, depth of placement, how long ago the microblading was done, your skin type, and how your immune system responds to treatment. Most clients see meaningful fading that allows them to have fresh cosmetic tattoo work done. We provide honest expectations at your consultation.
Cosmetic eyebrow tattoos commonly require 3–8 sessions, though this varies between clients and tattoos. Factors include ink colour, placement depth, tattoo age, and your skin's response. Sessions are spaced approximately 6–8 weeks apart to allow adequate healing and pigment clearance between treatments.
We apply premium numbing cream approximately 30 minutes before treatment to significantly reduce discomfort. The brow area is sensitive, and most clients describe the sensation as a brief warm pinprick or mild stinging — very manageable with numbing. The brow area is also small, so treatment sessions are relatively quick. Tolerance varies between individuals.
Laser eyebrow tattoo removal is $100 per session for full removal (both brows) or $80 for partial removal (tails or correction), at our Springvale studio. Saline eyebrow tattoo removal is $200 per visit, at Richmond or Springvale. Cosmetic tattoo removal is charged per session only — it is already priced below our body tattoo rates, so course and loyalty discounts don't apply. A consultation will confirm which method suits your brows.
Yes — many clients use removal specifically to prepare for fresh cosmetic tattoo work. Fading the old tattoo creates a cleaner canvas and expands the design options for a new artist. Depending on how much fading is achieved, we may recommend 2–4 removal sessions before proceeding with new cosmetic tattooing. Our studio can assess whether the fading is sufficient for a fresh treatment and, if you choose, provide new cosmetic tattooing at our Springvale or Richmond studio.
Some eyebrow tattoos can be removed fully or close to it over a course of laser or saline sessions — however, complete removal cannot be guaranteed for any client. Outcomes depend on the ink colour, placement depth, how long ago it was applied, your skin type, and how your immune system clears fragmented pigment. Lighter pigments and superficially placed cosmetic tattoos (such as many microblading applications) tend to clear more thoroughly. During your consultation we give you an honest, specific assessment based on your particular tattoo.
Q-switched laser is generally the fastest method for removing dark cosmetic eyebrow tattoos — each session targets pigment particles that are then cleared by the immune system over the following weeks. Sessions are spaced 6–8 weeks apart. Attempting to skip sessions or reduce spacing does not speed results and can cause adverse reactions. Saline removal is an effective alternative, particularly for lighter cosmetic pigments; it removes pigment via osmotic lift rather than laser. There is no safe at-home method for eyebrow tattoo removal.
No — we strongly advise against attempting to remove an eyebrow tattoo at home. DIY methods including dermabrasion creams, salt scrubs, hydrogen peroxide, and online 'removal kits' are not regulated, can cause permanent scarring, infection, or pigment shift, and have no clinical evidence of effectiveness. The brow area is particularly delicate due to thin skin and proximity to the eyes. Professional laser or saline removal by a trained technician is the only safe and effective approach.
After a laser eyebrow removal session, the treated area typically heals within 7–14 days. In the first 24–48 hours you may experience redness, mild swelling, and frosting (a white reaction). Days 3–7 bring scabbing as the brow area heals — do not pick at scabs, as this can cause scarring. The full skin-level healing is complete within 2 weeks, though pigment continues to clear at a deeper level for 6–8 weeks after each session. Keep the area dry, avoid sun exposure, and follow the written aftercare instructions provided at your appointment.
Saline brow tattoo removal is $200 per visit at Melbourne Designer Brows. It is available at both our Richmond studio (Level 1, 382A Bridge Rd) and our Springvale studio. Saline is colour-blind, so it can suit lighter or mixed cosmetic pigments that laser targets less well. We confirm whether saline or laser suits your brows at consultation.
Yes. Correction means re-working brow tattoo that is uneven, the wrong shape or an unwanted colour so it looks right, and starts from $600 for work done by other artists. Removal fades the old pigment, either to clear it or to make room for new work. Many corrections need some lightening first — we assess which path suits your brows at consultation.
Book a consultation at our Richmond or Springvale studio to discuss eyebrow tattoo removal — saline at either studio, laser at Springvale only, or a combination approach tailored to your brows.
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