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Laser Tattoo Removal Scar

When getting the laser removal for tattoos, does it leave a scar and will it get rid of the tattoo completely?

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TCA Tattoo Removal

I am using TCA (currently at 20%) to fade/remove a tattoo on my arm. My question is, do these peels go deep enough to fade/remove a tattoo? If not...

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What Tattoo Ink Colors Are Easiest to Remove?

Which ink colors are easiest to remove using laser tattoo removal? Any ink colors that won't come out at all?

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How Much Does Tattoo Removal Cost?

What is the laser tattoo removal price per session. Thank you.

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Tattoo Removal Cream

I WANT to remove my 2 and half inch long tattoo from my chest! However I dont have financial abilities to do the laser treatment, if you can tell me...

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How Soon After a "New" Tattoo Can You Start Laser Removal?

If a tattoo is fresh (only a few months old), is laser even an option, or would 15-20 sessions still not remove something so fresh/dark (it's only...

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Permanent Tattoo Removal

I had the symbol for "mother" tattooed (far right) and wanted "daughter" and "love" added to it. The symbol for...

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Best Tattoo Removal

When i was younger this tattoo was cute. now i hate it and want to remove it. whats the best way?

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Is Laser Tattoo Removal Possible for Dark Skin?

I am a very dark-skinned black woman interested in laser tattoo removal. From what I've read it seems questionable as to whether or not I am a...

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Tattoo Removal for African American Skin

How effective is Tattoo removal for darkly pigmented African American people?

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Recommendations for Fixing Bad Permanent Makeup Eyebrows?

I had my eyebrows tattooed today and I am not happy with the result. Can I have it removed and how long do I have to wait? Can I then re-tattoo over...

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Can Laser Remove a Terrible Permanent Lip Liner?

I had permanent lip liner tattooed on. It was vegetable-based inks, I believe. A mix of red, pink, anti-blue drop, and white. I think that it may have...

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Laser Tattoo Removal for Lips?

I have a cosmetic lip liner tattoo around my lips and want it off because it looks hideous. I was wondering if laser resurfacing is the way to go......

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What is Next when Laser Tattoo Removal Does Not Work?

My  eyebrow Tattoo's were applied much too high and I am so upset. Over the last 8 years having to live with this mistake has been hell. I...

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How Long Before New Tattoo Can Be Removed?

I have a fresh tattoo that didn't come out the way I had hoped. Matter of fact, it was done yesterday and I feel quite distraught about it.It is about...

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Excision Tattoo Removal

I live on long Island and am having a hard time finding a surgeon who will do multiple excisions. I can't live with this tattoo. Its very large...

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Can I Use TCA Chemical Peel to Remove my Tattoo?

I have a new tattoo and I hate it. I want to remove it with TCA Chemical peel but I'm scared. Is it safe and which should I use?

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Can Permanent Lip Liner Be Removed?

Can permanent lip liner be removed? I'm desperate to remove it but I'm not sure of how to go about it.

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Tattoo Removal for Faded Green Tattoos?

I'm an African American with dark skin. I was tattooed with black ink , but since sun exposure, it has faded to dark green. I would like to know will...

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African American Tattoo Removal

I am a 30 year old African American woman looking for a safe yet successful way of removing a lower back tattoo. My question to you is, what would be...

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Quick and Easy Tattoo Removal

I am looking for a a quick and easy way to remove my tattoos. I have two quarter sized tattoos behind my ears. I have gone over all options and as I...

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Laser Tattoo Removal for Eyeliner Tattoo

What kind of doctor is best to see for a laser removal of eyeliner tattoo? What kind of laser is involved in this procedure?

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Possible to Lighten a New Tattoo?

I had a tattoo on my right arm several weeks ago and it was a solid black. Now I'm trying to lighten it up. Can any one tell me what should I do? Thanks.

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Possible to Remove Pink Tattoo?

I got the tattoo 4 days ago and am deeply regretting it. I have been crying everyday and want it to be gone. I was just wondering if pink tattoo ink...

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IPL Tattoo Removal

There is a tattoo on my arm of my ex...need to laser it off. Is IPL laser the best technique to get rid of the colored ink (lots of it)

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Where Can I Have my Permanent Lower Eyeliner Removed?

This is the second time I have had permanent eyeliner done. This time by a different person who put it on too thick and crooked. My one eye looks as...

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Number of Laser Tattoo Removal Sessions on Wrist?

I have a new all black small ankh on my wrist. I was wondering, how many laser tattoo removal sessions would it take to get rid of this tattoo? I was...

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Removal of Two-color Eyebrow Tattoo

I had eyebrow tattoos last year, but I hated them right after I got them. I want to have it removed, but my doctor told me it's not possible because...

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Can Raised Tattoo Be Removed?

I have a large design on my back--all black--with areas that are raised. It was done professionally (though badly) and I am looking into having it...

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Inner Lip Tattoo Removal?

Lets just say I was not 100 percent sober and decided to get an inner lip tattoo on my bottom lip. It turned out extremely deep and thick and so ugly!...

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Possible to Use Numbing Cream During Laser Tattoo Removal?

I have this tattoo on my nape, I’m so desperate to remove it… does anyone know a numbing cream to use during tattoo removal? I want to...

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Fraxel to Remove Colored Tattoo?

I have a tat from years ago that's in 4 colors...on my left bicep...i was reading about lasers like fraxle...is this best laser tattoo removing option?

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Can Newer Tattoos Be Removed?

I recently got a tattoo I don't love; I desperately want it OFF. It's dark (all black, 2x6 inches), only 2 months old, and my pale skin really absorbs...

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How Long to Wait to Get Tattoo Removed?

I have a fairly new tattoo, and I was wondering, do I need to wait about a year or 6 months to have it removed? Also in the meantime, can I use a...

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Laser Tattoo Removal Turned Eyebrow Black

I used laser to remove my eyebrow tattoo, but after 2 session it just changed the color from brown to black .what should i do?( my tatto is over my...

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How Long Before I Can Get Tattoo over my Lasered Tattoo?

I am about to get a large black tattoo lasered from my arm, and am wanting a pin up to replace it. But I am just wondering, how long after laser...

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Lasting Redness After Laser Tattoo Removal

I fear that I have become severly burned by laser Tattoo removal. Where there was a giant blister there is now a lot of redness. When I press on it,...

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Tattoo Removal for Raised Tattoo?

I have a large tribal tattoo on my back. When I run my finger over the tattoo it feels raised very slightly. I have looked this up and I know it is...

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Retattooing over Excision Scar?

I am seeking a tattoo excision after healing process. I was wondering, can I re-tattoo over the scar? Below is the tattoo.

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Easy to Remove a New Tattoo?

I just had a tattoo done on my hand 4 days ago, can it be removed easily?

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Effects of Eyebrow Tattoo Removal?

I had them done 15+ years ago. There are 3 colors including a flesh tone in a small area. What are the chances that my natural eyebrow hair won't...

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Is It Easier to Remove a New Tattoo or a Old One?

I just got a new tattoo. Basically half sleeve mostly black and about 5 months old. Anyways I was wondering if it was easier to remove a new tattoo?

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Tattoo Removal for Large Black Tattoo?

I have a large black professionally done tattoo on my forearm. I want to fade it enough to cover it up with a half sleeve tattoo. Any idea on how many...

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Will Laser Tattoo Removal Completely Erase the Black Ink?

I am 15 years and I got a tattoo just about a month ago. I am about to have it removed very soon. It is all in black ink. I was wondering if the laser...

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How to Fix Laser Tattoo Removal Scar?

What should I do to fix my skin after a laser tattoo removal? I have some scarring that looks like an imprint of the the tattoo that was once there.

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What Type of Doctor to Get a Tattoo Excision?

I have a 1" by 1" tattoo on lower ankle that I would like to get removed. I have my first laser treatment today and was told that they can't...

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Will Fresh Tattoo Resist Laser Removal?

I have a fresh tattoo. It's a month old. My artist messed up and I want it removed. Is it too early? Will my tattoo resist laser removal?

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Have Keloid Scarring After Laser Tattoo Removal, What Should I Do?

I've received 35 tattoo removal laser treatments and have significant keloid scarring. I've just started laser scar removal treatments. First...

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Eyebrow Tattoo is Thick and Uneven - What to Do?

I can't stand my permanent eyebrows.  too thick, dark and ugly! what can i do about it? chemical removal? laser?

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Best Way to Remove Black Tattoo on Rib Cage?

I have a quote written in black on my rib cage and I was wondering, what's the best way to go about removing it? I was also wondering if you can name...

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Is Surgical Excision the Answer to Lip Line Tattoo Removal?

I've read through many websites and it seems to me laser isn't the best option for lip line tattoo removal since it usually leaves scars and other...

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Is It Possible to Erase Faded Eyebrows Completely?

I had my eyebrows permanently done 10 years ago, now the color has faded a lot, and its actually turned a little purple kinda brown. My question is,...

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Reddish Purple Color After Laser Tattoo Removal

I had two laser tattoo removal sessions for a black tattoo on my forearm. I think I got burned from the third treatment. I have a reddish purple color...

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Excision to Remove a Tattoo?

I'm African American, and I have a small all black ankh tattoo on my wrist. Can an excision remove it? Would it also be best just to have excision, as...

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Specific Laser for Blue and Green Tattoo Removal?

What is the specific laser that removes the color blue and green tattoos? I had more than 9 sessions with the green and blue still being prominent...

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Eyebrow Tattoo Removal Possible?

I had eyebrow tattoo two days ago. They are terrible, too long, bad shape, too dark. Can I get eyebrow tattoo removal?

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Tatgone or Rejuvy - Do They Work for Tattoo Removal?

No one has mentioned them yet. They are supposed to remove permanent tattoos by 'tattooing them out.' Supposedly it's safer, more effective, and...

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Tattoo Removal Under $1,000?

I want a tattoo that I got less than a week ago removed because it is sloppy looking and I'm allergic to the ink. It is red and black, about 2"...

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Is One Quick and Effective Tattoo Removal Session a Good Idea?

I am a 22 year old male with a name tattoo "SHAUN," 20cm long and 3cm wide, on my forearm for about more or less 2 years. I had a consult...

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Tattoo Removal Treatment for Lips

I just got a tattoo on my lips and he messed it up. He did it crooked and got a line on my real lip. How do I get the ink out fast so it don’t...

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Tattoo Removal for Big and Dark Leg Tattoo?

I would like to get a very big, dark tattoo removed from my leg. How much is a tattoo removal, for this area? How many treatments are usually...

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Number of Treaments for Tattoo Removal?

How many tattoo removal treatments will it take for me to get rid of the tattoo on my upper back (going across spine)? It is 4 small letters, small,...

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Waiting to Apply Tattoo Removal Cream on New Tattoo?

Hi. I got a tattoo on my wrist two days ago and I want to have it removed with tattoo cream. How long do I have to wait?

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How Do You Fix Hypopigmentation After Tattoo Removal?

I had a tattoo removed on my lower back with laser. Now that the tattoo is gone the problem is that I have spots that have hypopigmentation on my back...

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How Long Do I Have to Wait Before Having my Second Laser Tattoo Removal?

Last week i had my first laser tattoo removal session and a friend of mine went to a different place for her first session aswell. Our tattoos are...

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Is Laser Tattoo Removal over Breast Implants Safe?

My tattoo is on the top part of my breast, how deep does the laser go? Is this known? I hate my tattoo (which is black but covers a small rose). I...

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How Long Before Tattoo Behind the Ear Can Be Removed?

I got a tattoo behind my ear yesterday and I would like to have it removed asap. How long should I wait before having it removed?

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Tattoo Removal After Accutane?

I have been getting my tattoo removed and am on my 3rd treatment. I have many more to go. I just started back on Accutane and am wondering how long I...

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Is Tattoo Removal by Excision Safe and Effective?

I have a tattoo located on my hip that I would like to have removed. Scarring is not a large concern as I am considering of conceal it under a bathing...

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How Painful is Laser Removal for Eyeliner Tattoo?

Is it really safe to use laser near the eyes, because many websites said it's not safe? How painful would it be? I had a bad eyeliners done and want...

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