Top 5 Reasons to Fade Your Old Brow Tattoo Before Getting a New One

If you’ve had your brows tattooed in the past and are now ready for a refresh, you might be wondering whether it’s best to go straight in with new brows — or take a step back and remove the old pigment first.

Here’s the truth: fading your old brow tattoo before getting a new one can make a massive difference to your final results. Whether your old tattoo has shifted colour, changed shape, or simply isn’t “you” anymore, laser tattoo removal could be the key to getting the fresh, flawless brows you’re dreaming of.

Here are the top 5 reasons to fade your old brow tattoo before booking in for new semi-permanent brows:

1. A Cleaner Canvas = Better Brows

Fading out your old pigment gives your brow artist a much cleaner canvas to work with, which means better symmetry, shape, and colour. When your skin is free from strong leftover pigment, your new brow design can be truly customised to suit your face, not your old tattoo.

2. Prevents Brows from Looking Too Dark or Blocky

Layering new pigment on top of old ink can result in brows looking too saturated, unnatural, or muddy in colour — especially if your original brows have turned blue, grey, red, or green over time. By removing or fading the old colour, we can start fresh with natural, lifelike tones.

3. Fixes Asymmetry or Outdated Shapes

Brow styles have evolved a lot in the last 5–10 years. If your old tattoo no longer flatters your face or has uneven arches, fading it gives us the flexibility to correct the shape and bring your brows up to date — rather than being locked into an old, unflattering outline.

4. Avoids Colour Complications With New Ink

Old pigment can interfere with how new ink heals, causing unpredictable tones that fade poorly or clash with your skin’s undertone. With laser removal, we can lighten or remove that interference, making sure your next set of brows heals beautifully.

5. Long-Term Results You’ll Love

When you invest in new brows, you want them to look incredible — not just now, but in the months and years to come. By fading your old tattoo first, you’re setting yourself up for long-term success, ensuring your new brows last well, age gracefully, and truly enhance your natural beauty.

🧴 What to Expect From Brow Tattoo Removal

At our Worthing clinic, I offer gentle yet effective laser tattoo removal to safely fade your old brow pigment. Most clients need between 1–4 sessions depending on the age, depth, and colour of their previous tattoo.

The process is:

• Safe for delicate facial skin

• Tailored to cosmetic tattoos

• Spaced 6–8 weeks apart

• Followed by a healing break before your new brow appointment

✨ Ready for a Fresh Start?

Let’s create brows you’ll feel confident in — without the baggage of the old tattoo underneath.

📍 Located in Worthing | DM me to book a removal consult or ask questions about the process.