Faded

Some people experience a metallic taste during laser tattoo removal and assume it’s ink or metal traveling through the body. That isn’t what’s happening. In Episode 17 of the Faded Podcast, Billy breaks down the real reason behind this sensation, how the nervous system reacts to laser stimulation, and why the taste is only a perception, not something physically entering your mouth. He also explains why it happens more with certain tattoos, why sensitivity varies from person to person, and how Studio Kiku prepares clients so there are no surprises during treatment.

Host:

Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@billydecola⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Presented by Studio Kiku:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠studiokiku.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@studio.kiku⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Faded Podcast on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Billy DeCola, Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku, breaks down everything you need to know before your first laser tattoo removal session. From avoiding sun exposure and active skincare ingredients to choosing the right clothing and understanding aftercare, this guide helps you prepare properly and get the best results possible. Learn what to expect during the session, how to support healing, and the simple steps that make the process safer and more effective.

Host:

Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@billydecola⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Presented by Studio Kiku:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠studiokiku.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@studio.kiku⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Faded Podcast on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Billy DeCola, Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku, is joined by Sara of IrishWolf Artistry for an in-depth conversation on laser treatment aftercare. In Faded Episode 15, they break down how to evaluate your skin after a laser session, how to approach touch-ups, and what you can do to achieve the best possible results.Whether you’re preparing for your first laser appointment or looking to improve your aftercare routine, this episode shares practical insights directly from the professionals. Tune in to learn how to care for your skin and get the most out of your laser treatments.

Host:

Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@billydecola⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest:

Sara - Irish Wolf Artistry

@IrishWolf_Artistry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Presented by Studio Kiku:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠studiokiku.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@studio.kiku⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Faded Podcast on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Billy breaks down how permanent eyebrow makeup removal should be done. From choosing the right equipment to using proper technique and avoiding hair damage, he shares what really matters in a safe and effective PMU removal process. If you’re looking to remove old or unwanted PMU, this episode gives you a clear, honest overview of what to expect and what to look for in a studio.

Host:

Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

⁠⁠⁠⁠@billydecola⁠⁠⁠⁠

Presented by Studio Kiku:

⁠⁠⁠⁠studiokiku.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠@studio.kiku⁠⁠⁠⁠

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Faded Podcast on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode of the Faded podcast, we sit down with a guest who made a major change in her life and decided it was time for her tattoos to go. She opens up about why she chose to remove the tattoos on her face and neck, what inspired her lifestyle shift, and what the process has been like so far.We talk through the emotions, the stigma, the healing, and the reality of laser tattoo removal. You will see parts of the actual treatment and hear her perspective on what it feels like, how she prepared, and what she hopes for as she moves forward.If you are thinking about removing a tattoo or you are just interested in honest stories about personal growth, this episode is worth watching. Feel free to leave questions in the comments and check out the full Faded podcast lineup for more real conversations about tattoo removal.

Host:

Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

⁠⁠⁠@billydecola⁠⁠⁠

Presented by Studio Kiku:

⁠⁠⁠studiokiku.com⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠@studio.kiku⁠⁠⁠

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the ⁠⁠⁠Faded Podcast on YouTube⁠⁠⁠.

Curious about how laser tattoo removal actually works? This episode covers the step-by-step process, from the first session to the last, and explains why each stage matters for your skin’s recovery. Find out how factors like tattoo saturation, body location, and your own health can affect the timeline.Studio Kiku founder Billy DeCola breaks down common mistakes, what to avoid, and how to set realistic expectations for your results. Whether you’re planning to start removal or just want to understand the process, this video gives you clear, no-nonsense answers.

Host:

Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

⁠⁠@billydecola⁠⁠

Presented by Studio Kiku:

⁠⁠studiokiku.com⁠⁠

⁠⁠@studio.kiku⁠⁠

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the ⁠⁠Faded Podcast on YouTube⁠⁠.

Thinking about laser tattoo removal? Not so fast. In this episode of The Faded Podcast, Studio Kiku founder Billy DeCola breaks down the types of tattoos you should think twice about lasering - especially those with white, red, or hybrid pigments. Billy also explains the real risks involved for darker skin tones and what actually happens during the removal process.

From pigment science to unexpected allergic reactions, this episode gives you the facts before you book your next session. Tune in for expert advice, real stories, and tips to keep your skin safe.

Host:

Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

⁠@billydecola⁠

Presented by Studio Kiku:

⁠studiokiku.com⁠

⁠@studio.kiku⁠

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the ⁠Faded Podcast on YouTube⁠.

In this episode of the Faded Podcast, we welcome Yani Sordo, a Langley, BC–based permanent makeup and tattoo artist, to share both personal and professional experience with PMU and its removal. She walks through a botched lip-blush that left dark, patchy pigment and breaks down the realities, risks, and results of laser and saline removal.

We dig into test spots, oxidation, and why she now favors truly semi-permanent, laser-friendly techniques for safer, more predictable outcomes. This episode is packed with practical insights for anyone dealing with PMU complications or considering removal.

Host: Billy Decola - Owner & Founder of Studio Kiku

@billydecola

Guest: Yani Sordo - Luxe Lips By Yani

@luxelipsbyyani

Presented by Studio Kiku:

studiokiku.com

@studio.kiku

Studio Kiku is one of the world's most trusted and well-known laser tattoo removal studios. With a commitment to innovation and the highest standards in laser tattoo removal and skin care services, Studio Kiku delivers cutting-edge treatments that restore confidence.

Watch all episodes of the Faded Podcast on YouTube.

Some tattoos just won't budge. You've had multiple laser sessions, spent hundreds of dollars, and that stubborn pigment is still sitting there, mocking you.

After 15 years in tattoo removal at Studio Kiku, I've seen plenty of cases where laser technology reaches its limit. That's when we need to talk about the last resort alternatives.

Today I’m talking about saline removal, the technique we turn to when laser removal is no longer effective.

Links:

Studio Kiku

Our YouTube Channel

Instagram - Studio Kiku

Instagram - Billy DeCola

If you've ever watched a laser tattoo removal video online, you've probably seen it - the moment the laser hits the tattoo, a white, cloudy layer appears on the skin. It looks dramatic, almost like snow settling on the tattoo.

This is called "frosting," and it freaks people out the first time they see it.

After many years of zapping tattoos, I've seen plenty of confused faces when that white layer appears. In this episode, I break down what is actually happening when frosting occurs.

Links:

Studio Kiku

Our YouTube Channel

Instagram - Studio Kiku

Instagram - Billy DeCola