Latest Episodes
Episodes covering tattoo removal, PMU correction, scalp pigmentation, and the science behind it all.
July 1, 2026
Lymphatic Drainage & Tattoo Removal: The Missing Piece
Billy talks with lymphatic drainage specialist Arezoo of The Sculpt Room about how the lymphatic system clears shattered pigment after laser, and how regular lymphatic massage can support tattoo removal fading.
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May 6, 2026
The Right Time to Try Saline Removal for PMU and Tattoos
When does saline removal make sense for permanent makeup and tattoos? Billy DeCola explains why saline is a last resort, how hypertonic saline works, and when laser (especially the PicoWay) should be tried first.
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April 25, 2026
Yellow Brows After Laser Removal – PMU Nightmares
Why permanent makeup eyebrows turn yellow after laser removal, why yellow pigment resists laser, and the three options for clients dealing with stubborn yellow brows.
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April 9, 2026
Tattoo Removal: Five Costly Mistakes
Tattoo removal requires the right preparation from the start. Billy DeCola reveals the five most common, and costly, mistakes people make before their first laser session.
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April 6, 2026
Semi PMU is Really a Permanent Face Tattoo
Is semi-permanent makeup actually permanent? Billy DeCola explains why calling brow pigment "semi-permanent" is misleading, and why clients are still wearing it years later.
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March 13, 2026
Semi Permanent Makeup Does Not Exist
Billy DeCola challenges the 'semi-permanent makeup' claim. Pigment depth and technique determine longevity, and what practitioners call 'semi-permanent' often remains in the skin for 5–8+ years.
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March 3, 2026
Black and Gray Tattoos – Why Some Won't Fade
Most people think black and gray tattoos are the easiest to remove. Sometimes they are, but opaque grays mixed with white pigment can be impossible to laser off. Billy DeCola explains the difference.
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February 22, 2026
Tattoo Removal Facts
Is complete tattoo removal possible? Will my skin be damaged? Billy DeCola answers the questions clients ask most often, including how to spot scar tissue from the original tattoo application.
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February 8, 2026
What to Expect After Your First Laser Tattoo Removal Session
What happens immediately after a first laser tattoo removal session, plus aftercare, recovery timeline, and how many sessions you should realistically expect.
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January 25, 2026
5 Reasons Why Your Tattoo Is NOT Fading During Laser Tattoo Removal
Have you been wasting your money on tattoo removal? Billy DeCola breaks down the five most common reasons your tattoo isn't fading the way you hoped.
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January 10, 2026
The Evolution of Tattoo and Podcast with David Santiago on FADED
Billy DeCola sits down with David Santiago to discuss eight years of industry change, from gatekeeping to open knowledge sharing, plus scalp micropigmentation, saline removal, pigment chemistry, and the realities of running a podcast.
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January 6, 2026
Preparing for Tattoo Removal? Watch This First
What should you do before your first laser session? Billy DeCola covers skin prep, numbing cream, and why your health affects how fast pigment clears.
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December 18, 2025
Metallic Taste During Laser Tattoo Removal Explained
Why do you taste metal during laser tattoo removal? It's not pigment in your mouth, it's your nervous system. Billy DeCola explains the trigeminal nerve response and why some people feel it more than others.
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December 7, 2025
Why Microbladed PMU Brows Change Colours Over Time
Why do microbladed brows turn burgundy or grey over time? Billy DeCola and Sara cover pigment mixing, oversaturation, and the technique mistakes behind it.
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December 7, 2025
What Causes Brow Hair Loss During Laser PMU Removal
Why do brows fall out after laser PMU removal? Billy DeCola explains the two causes, wrong equipment and poor technique, and how to avoid both.
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December 7, 2025
Tattoo Removal Timeline: How Many Sessions for Best Results?
How many sessions does tattoo removal take? Billy DeCola explains why most saturated tattoos require 9 to 12 sessions at Studio Kiku and why rushing risks permanent scarring.
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December 7, 2025
Laser Tattoo Removal Experience: PMU Brow Removal & Saline with Sara
Sara, a PMU artist and Studio Kiku client, walks through her three-session laser brow removal and the saline treatment needed to clear stubborn yellow pigment.
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December 7, 2025
Face Tattoo Removal with the PicoWay Laser
Can face tattoos be removed? Billy DeCola and tattoo artist Nadine cover PicoWay removal for face and ear pigment, healing, pain, and what to expect.
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November 7, 2025
Why Red Tattoos Are Risky to Laser Off
Red pigment allergy can turn life-threatening when lasered. Billy DeCola explains why heavily saturated red tattoos carry real risk and need careful testing.
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November 7, 2025
Tattoos That Are Tough (or Impossible) to Remove with a Laser
Some tattoos cannot be safely removed with a laser. Billy DeCola names the four pigment types where removal is difficult, dangerous, or impossible.
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November 7, 2025
Lip Blush Tattoo Gone Wrong: The Truth No One Talks About
Why do lip blush tattoos go wrong, and can they be fixed? Billy DeCola covers a real case of patchy, over-saturated lips and why cover-ups make removal harder.
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November 7, 2025
Laser Tattoo Removal Experience: Lip Blush Removal with PMU Artist Yani Sordo
PMU artist Yani Sordo shares her lip blush removal at Studio Kiku: oxidation risk, stubborn yellow pigment, and when saline becomes the right next step after laser.
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November 7, 2025
Laser Removal Secrets: Real Talk With The Pros
What happens when lip blush pigment oxidises under the laser? Billy DeCola and a PMU artist cover oxidation risk, scar tissue, and why pigment choice matters.
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October 8, 2025
Will My Brows Turn Red or Yellow After Getting Them Lasered
Will your brows turn red or yellow after laser removal? Billy DeCola explains why PMU pigment carries warm undertones, and why yellow is hardest to clear.
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October 8, 2025
What is Frosting During Laser Tattoo Removal
What is frosting during laser tattoo removal? Billy DeCola explains the white cloudy reaction, why pigment shattering causes it, and what it signals.
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October 8, 2025
SMP Laser Removal Can Change Your Life
Can laser remove a bad scalp micro-pigmentation job? Billy DeCola covers why SMP goes wrong, how the removal process works, and what to expect before booking.
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October 8, 2025
Saline Removal vs Laser Tattoo Removal
Billy DeCola breaks down how saline removal and laser tattoo removal each work, the risks of both, and when Studio Kiku recommends one over the other.
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September 8, 2025
The Most Frequently Asked Questions about Permanent Makeup Removal
How many sessions does brow removal take? Billy DeCola answers the questions Studio Kiku clients ask most, from pigment undertones to waiting periods.
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September 8, 2025
The Most Frequently Asked Questions about Laser Tattoo Removal
Billy DeCola answers the five questions Studio Kiku hears every day, covering pain, session count, cost, wait times, and whether you can cover up a faded tattoo.
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September 8, 2025
Not All Picosecond Lasers Are Created Equal
Not all picosecond lasers are equal. Billy DeCola ranks pico laser brands by pulse duration and explains how a slower device can damage skin and waste sessions.
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