Safe to Use TCA Peel to Remove Tattoo on Foot? Doctor Answers, Tips
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Safe to Use TCA Peel to Remove Tattoo on Foot?

With removing tattoos on top of the foot, is a stronger solution necessary to get results? Is it safe to use TCA Peel on this area? Will there be scarring and hyperpigmentation after the treatments?

3 Doctor Answers | Asked by classy1 in NY
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TCA Peels are not the answer

TCA Peels are not the answer for tattoo reomoval.  The risk for pigmentaton and scarring is far too great.
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Bad idea

The strength of TCA that MIGHT fade a tatoo is so strong it would definitely scar, especially on the foot. Please do not do this.
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TCA peel for tattoo removal

With the strengths of TCA required to remove tattoos, there is certainly a risk of scarring and pigmentary problems. This method of tattoo removal is very non-specific and in my opinion would cause too much collateral damage to normal skin. My suggestion is that you go to a laser center with a board certified physician in one of the cosmetically-oriented specialties such as plastic surgery or dermatology. Lasers are a safer, targeted and preferred method for tattoo removal. Of course... more

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