A saline tattoo removal consent form is the document a client signs before saline removal, a non-laser method often used to lighten or remove permanent makeup like old brows. It covers how the process works, scab care, multiple sessions, and the risks clients need to know first.
Appointment:[Appointment Date] at [Appointment Time]
Client Information
•Phone: [Client Phone]
•Email: [Client Email]
•Date of Birth: [Client Dob]
Treatment Details
•Treatment Area:
Eyebrows
Lips
Small body tattoo
Other: [Treatment Area Other]
•Goal:
Lighten before new PMU
Correct shape or color
Full removal
•Solution Used: [Solution Type]
•Previous Removal Treatments on This Area: [Prior Removal Details]
How It Works
I understand saline removal uses a tattoo device to work a saline-based solution into the tattooed skin. Some pigment lifts out as the skin heals and forms a scab. This is not a laser treatment.
Expectations
I understand I'll likely need multiple sessions, spaced weeks apart so my skin can fully heal. My artist will tell me how long to wait.
I understand results vary and full removal is not guaranteed. Some pigment may remain.
I understand the area may look worse before it looks better. It may look red, dark, or uneven while it heals.
If I plan new PMU over this area, I'll wait until my skin has fully healed and my artist says it's ready.
I understand sessions are billed according to studio policy, and payment doesn't depend on how fast or how fully the pigment clears.
Scab Care
I understand a scab will form and must fall off on its own. Picking or peeling it can pull pigment out unevenly and raise the risk of scarring.
I will keep the area clean and dry as directed, and follow the aftercare instructions exactly.
I won't put makeup, creams, or other products on the area until it heals, unless my artist says it's okay.
Risk Acknowledgement
I understand risks include redness, swelling, oozing, scabbing, infection, scarring, changes in skin texture, and lighter or darker skin color.
I understand the risk of scarring is higher if I pick the scab, have a history of keloids, or treat the same area again too soon.
I consent to photos of the treatment area for my treatment record.
** I consent to before and after photos for marketing. I can say no without it affecting my treatment.
Medical Screening
•Keloid or raised scarring history?
Yes
No
•Accutane in the past 12 months?
Yes
No
Ask your prescribing doctor before booking.
•Blood-thinning medications or bleeding disorder?
Yes
No
Don't stop a prescribed medication without talking to your doctor.
•Pregnant or nursing?
Yes
No
Talk to your healthcare provider before booking.
•Diabetes, slow healing, or immune conditions?
Yes
No
•Rash, infection, or skin condition in the treatment area?
Yes, describe: [Skin Condition Details]
No
•Botox or fillers in the treatment area in the past 4 weeks?
I certify that I have answered these questions truthfully and to the best of my knowledge.
My decision to get saline removal is my own, and I consent to the treatment described above.
Client Signature: ______ Date: ______
Artist/Staff Signature: ______ Date: ______
Tips for using this form
•Take before photos in the same light at every session so clients can see progress
•Tell clients up front that the area can look worse before it looks better
•Don't book the next session until the skin has fully healed
•Removal rules vary by state. Check whether your license covers removal work
•Be honest about goals. Lightening for a redo is often more realistic than full removal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is saline tattoo removal?
Saline removal is a non-laser method. A tattoo device works a saline-based solution into the tattooed skin, and some pigment lifts out as the skin heals and scabs. It’s often used to lighten or remove permanent makeup, like old brows.
What should a saline tattoo removal consent form include?
The treatment area and goal, a plain explanation of how it works, and clear notes on multiple sessions, scab care, and the lack of any guarantee. It should list risks like scarring and skin color changes and screen for keloid history and other health issues. Add signatures.
How many saline removal sessions will I need?
Usually more than one, spaced weeks apart so the skin can fully heal between visits. The number depends on the pigment, the skin, and the goal. Lightening for a new PMU job usually takes fewer visits than full removal, but no artist can promise an exact count.
Is saline or laser better for removing permanent makeup?
It depends on the case. Saline is often chosen for small areas like brows, and for cosmetic inks that may darken with a laser. Laser is more common for larger body tattoos. A trained removal artist can look at the work and suggest the best fit.
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Disclaimer: This template is provided as a general starting point and is not legal advice.
Laws vary by location. Consult a lawyer before using this in your business.
Apprentice is not responsible for any legal issues arising from the use of these templates.
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