Your questions, answered

Studio Kiku offers laser PMU removal at three studios: Vancouver (329 East Broadway), Langley (Willoughby Town Centre), and Vaughan (3255 Rutherford Road, next to Vaughan Mills). Each studio offers a free consultation.

Brow removal, $239 per session. Lip blush removal, $250 per session. Tattooed freckle removal, $200 to $500. Test spots are $50 and will be deducted from the cost of the procedure if you decide to go through with it. We offer a 20% discount if you purchase a package of 3 sessions. GST is not included in the prices listed above.

Our clients normally see significant fading after 1-2 sessions. On average, brows take 3 to 6 sessions, lip blush 2 to 3, and faux freckles 2 to 6 for complete removal. Each client is different, however, and results vary from person to person.

No, the PicoWay laser, operated by a certified Studio Kiku technician, will not cause scar tissue to form during the laser tattoo removal process.

You'll most likely see results right away, but the real fading happens gradually over the course of 1-2 months after your first session.

PMU pigment often includes warm undertones that are left behind after being targeted by the laser. We aren't able to predict whether your PMU will turn colours or not during the process, but we can do a test spot which will normally be a good indication of what to expect.

The PicoWay can target most colours including red, orange and yellow. We've had great success removing warm tones. However, there have been cases where we aren't able to remove the pigment completely.

Yes, you may apply makeup to the treatment area after 12 hours.

Yes. You should discontinue products containing retinols (Retin-A, Differin, etc.), or irritating skin products on the treatment area(s) 10 days before treatment to avoid increased redness and irritation.

We recommend waiting at least 12 weeks after your PMU session before starting the removal process.

We recommend waiting at least 12 weeks after your last laser session to get new PMU tattooed again.

For best results we suggest waiting until the lamination / tinting has completely faded before getting laser removal.

Depending on your unique case it may be possible to laser only a portion. We charge flat rates for brow removal, whether it's a small spot or the entire surface area.

No. It's best to postpone laser treatments until after you have given birth and have completely stopped breastfeeding.

Yes, we recommend protecting the treatment area from the sun for two weeks before and after your laser session.

We suggest waiting a minimum of 8 weeks between sessions for best results.

You may book your appointment online or by calling the studio. A credit card is required to hold the appointment.