What the injection does
Local anesthetic injection numbs the specific area being treated so clients experience minimal discomfort during non-laser tattoo removal. The injection focuses on the targeted skin rather than whole-body sedation, allowing the technician to work while the site is temporarily desensitized and the client remains alert and communicative throughout the procedure.
Because the injection targets only the treatment area, technicians can tailor placement and volume to your tattoo and skin. That personalization helps balance comfort with precision: numbing reduces pain perception while still allowing the provider to judge tissue response and perform the procedure safely within the session.
Treatment logistics and timing
Appointments for this add-on are brief: Duration: 20 MINUTES is reserved for administering and confirming numbness before the main treatment proceeds. Price: $75 is the listed starting cost for the injection as an add-on. Expect a short consultation before the injection to review allergies, medications, and any skin concerns.
Our Scottsdale location is convenient to Old Town Scottsdale and the South of Indian School area, with easy access from Scottsdale Road and Indian School Road. That makes quick add-on appointments feasible for clients balancing work, fitness or social plans without long travel or complicated scheduling.
Comfort trade-offs and expectations
Most clients report substantially reduced procedural pain when the injection is used, though sensations vary with tattoo size, placement, and individual sensitivity. You may still feel pressure, movement, or brief twinges; the injection reduces sharp pain but does not eliminate all sensation, and outcomes are individual rather than guaranteed.
Aftercare is simple and local: numbness wears off over hours, so plan to avoid driving if you feel impaired and protect the treated skin from extreme heat or sun. Scottsdale’s dry climate can affect skin comfort, so staying hydrated and using recommended moisturizers supports healing without claiming specific clinical outcomes.
