At OutgrowMD, we provide physician-led laser tattoo removal and permanent makeup (PMU) removal in Carlsbad, California, serving patients throughout North County San Diego, including Oceanside, Encinitas, Vista, and San Marcos.

Using advanced laser technology and a personalized treatment approach, Dr. Allison Auchter helps patients safely remove unwanted tattoos or fade them for new artwork. Every treatment is performed in a medical setting by a licensed physician, ensuring expert care, advanced pain management options, and customized treatment plans.

Whether you want to completely remove a tattoo, lighten it for a cover-up, or correct unwanted permanent makeup, OutgrowMD offers safe and effective solutions.

Laser Tattoo Removal

Laser tattoo removal works by using targeted laser energy to break down tattoo ink particles in the skin. Over time, the body’s immune system naturally clears these particles, gradually fading the tattoo with each treatment session.

At OutgrowMD, we use state-of-the-art picosecond and nanosecond laser technology with multiple wavelengths to treat tattoos across the full color spectrum, including stubborn colors that older lasers struggle to remove.

Laser tattoo removal can be used to:

• Completely remove unwanted tattoos

• Fade tattoos for cover-up artwork, redesign or modification

• Remove multi-color tattoos

• Correct certain tattoo mistakes or blowouts

Because every tattoo is different, treatment plans are customized based on:

• Tattoo size and location

• Ink colors and depth

• Age of the tattoo

• Skin type and healing response

Most tattoos require multiple treatment sessions spaced at least 6 weeks apart to allow the body to safely clear the pigment.

Tattoo Fading for Cover-Ups

Many people do not want full tattoo removal—they simply want to lighten an existing tattoo to make room for new artwork.

Laser tattoo fading for cover-ups allows tattoo artists to work with a lighter canvas, improving the final result of the new tattoo.

OutgrowMD works with patients who want to:

• Lighten tattoos before cover-up tattoos

• Fade specific parts of a tattoo

• Remove unwanted elements while preserving the rest

• Improve older tattoos before reworking them

• Sharpen faded edges of beloved but faded older tattoos, or tattoos with blowouts

Dr. Auchter understands tattoo culture and works closely with patients to achieve the level of fading needed for new artwork. She is also willing to work alongside tattoo artists to collaborate on specific tattoo needs.

Permanent Makeup (PMU) Removal

OutgrowMD also offers permanent makeup removal, including microblading removal, eyebrow tattoo removal, lip blush removal, and cosmetic tattoo correction.

Permanent makeup can change color or shape over time, and many patients seek treatment to correct results that no longer match their preferences.

Laser treatment can safely lighten or remove:

• Microbladed eyebrows

• Eyebrow tattoos

• Lip blush tattoos

• Discolored or uneven cosmetic tattoos

Because these treatments involve delicate areas of the face, having a physician perform the procedure provides an added level of safety and precision.

During your consultation, we evaluate the pigment, discuss possible color changes during treatment, and create a personalized removal plan.

***Eyeliner removal is excluded at this time, but may be offered in the future.

Other uses of our laser - by special request only

In addition to laser tattoo removal and permanent makeup removal, OutgrowMD offers several advanced medical laser treatments that may be arranged by request. Using the same state-of-the-art laser technology, these treatments can target unwanted pigment and improve overall skin appearance.

Because treatments are performed in a physician-led medical clinic, each procedure is carefully evaluated to determine whether laser therapy is the appropriate and safest option.

Pigmented Lesion Removal

Advanced laser technology can also target certain types of benign pigmented lesions, helping lighten or remove unwanted pigment on the skin.

Laser treatment may be used for conditions such as:

• Dark spots and sun spots

• Lentigines (age spots)

• Café-au-lait birthmarks

• Other benign areas of excess pigmentation

Each case is evaluated individually during consultation to determine whether laser pigment removal is appropriate.

Select Vascular Lesions

Certain superficial vascular lesions may also respond to laser treatment. These include some small visible blood vessels and vascular skin changes.

Because vascular conditions vary widely, treatment availability is determined on a case-by-case basis during consultation.

Non-Ablative Laser Skin Rejuvination

OutgrowMD also offers mild non-ablative laser skin resurfacing, a no-downtime skin rejuvenation treatment designed to improve overall skin texture and tone.

Non-ablative laser resurfacing works by gently heating the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production without damaging the surface of the skin. This makes it a great option for patients looking for subtle skin rejuvenation with minimal recovery time.

This treatment may help improve:

• Mild skin texture irregularities

• Uneven skin tone

• Early signs of sun damage

• Dull or tired-looking skin

Because the treatment is non-ablative, most patients experience little to no downtime and can return to normal activities shortly after treatment.

Hollywood Carbon Laser Facial

The Hollywood Carbon Facial is a popular laser skin treatment designed to improve skin clarity and texture. This treatment uses a medical-grade carbon solution combined with laser energy to exfoliate the skin, remove impurities, and stimulate collagen production.

Benefits of a carbon laser facial may include:

• Improved skin tone and texture

• Reduced appearance of enlarged pores

• Brighter, more even skin

• Gentle exfoliation and rejuvenation

This treatment is sometimes referred to as the “Hollywood Laser Facial” because of its popularity before red-carpet events.