# Eco Tattoo Removal Green Skin Cooling By Pearl | Published 2008-07-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-tattoo-removal-green-skin-cooling References: [newscientist](http://www.newscientist.com/blog/invention/2008/07/eco-friendly-tattoo-removals.html) & [wipo.int](http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/fetch.jsp?LANG=ENG&DBSELECT=PCT&SERVER_TYPE=19-00&SORT=41236961-KEY&TYPE_FIELD=256&IDB=0&IDOC=1423412&C=00&ELEMENT_SET=BASICHTML-ENG&RESULT=32&TOTAL=125&START=26&DISP=25&FORM=SEP-0/HITNUM,B-ENG,DP,MC,AN,PA,ABSUM-ENG&SEARCH_IA=US2007076913&QUERY=pa/university+AND+DP/0) [Removing tattoos with lasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-device) is tricky business as surgeons be very cautious to ensure the skin is not overheated as that would result in scarring. The normal procedure involves using a coolant such as tetrafluoroethane which reduces skin temperature as it evaporates. Tetrafluoroethane has one unfortunate property: it contributes to greenhouse gases as it is many times worse than carbon dioxide. Taking that into consideration, John Stuart Nelson at the the Beckman Laser Institute ([University of California](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genetic-marker)) developed and patented an alternative removal method which uses pressurised liquid CO2 (carbon dioxide) as the [cooling agent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tirtir-icecooling-collection). It is delivered as a fine mist of solid dry ice particles which reduce skin temperatures before sublimating into a gaseous form. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Green Tattoo Removal:** Innovative tattoo removal methods that use sustainable cooling agents to minimize environmental impact. - **CO2 Cooling Technology:** Advancements in using pressurized liquid CO2 as a cooling agent for various medical procedures. - **Environmentally Friendly Dermatology:** Growing demand for eco-conscious practices and technologies in the field of dermatology. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Dermatology:** Opportunities for dermatology clinics to adopt eco-friendly tattoo removal techniques and attract environmentally conscious customers. - **Beauty and Wellness:** Potential for beauty salons and wellness centers to offer green tattoo removal services as part of their sustainable and ethical offerings. - **Medical Equipment Manufacturing:** Disruptive potential for manufacturers to develop and produce CO2-based cooling devices and systems for various medical procedures beyond tattoo removal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cooling Epilator Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lubex-dt003.md) - [Cooling Hair Removal Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deess-gp590-ipl-hair-remover.md) - [Next-Gen Inclusive Lasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avava-miria.md) - [Progressive Rewritable Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-ink.md) - [Hair Removal Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hair-removal1.md) - [Skin Tag-Focused Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-tag-remover.md) - [Clinical Skin Rejuvenation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiber-laser.md) - [Laser-Extracted Cold Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-extracted-cold-brew.md) - [AI-Powered Tattoo Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-device.md)