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I've Recently Had my First Tattoo Removal Laser Session Done and I Have Seen VERY Minimal Results, Is that Typical?

Laser used is AlexTriVantage Various shades of black colored tattoo Little to no difference after 5 weeks of first treatment Tan/olive skin complexion...

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How Much Fading Should I Expect After Three Laser Tattoo Removal Treatments on Ankle? (photo)

I have a multi-colored tattoo on my left outer ankle, approximately 1 inch in area, 15 years old. I have had three laser removal treatments spaced 6-8...

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Remove Big Multi-colored (Green, Yellow, Purple, Blue, Black) Tattoo on Back. Reasonable Expectations?

I Have a Big Multi-colored (Green, Yellow, Purple, Blue, Black) Tattoo on my Back. What Are Reasonable Expectations? I would like to have it removed,...

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Would Laser Removal Treatments Completely Remove my Full Back Peice Tattoo?

I am beginning to really hate my tattoo and desperately want to remove it. It bothers me everyday and I can't live with it any more. Originally I...

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What Does the Process Look Like when Having a Tattoo Removed?

When hsving s tsttoo removed with a laser, is there going to be any burns, redness, mark, etc or will there just be fading of the tattoo without any...

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Can I Have my Tattoo Removed, Without Noticing a Difference?

Hey, I'm thinking about getting my tattoo removed. The tattoo is on my upper back, and some of it down my spine. Fairly large tattoo, and only black...

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Will Tattoo Removal Work? (photo)

Ok so I got this tattoo about a year ago. I know its pretty big, and its on my back. Ive been regretting it lately, but I have considered laser...

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What Can I Expect For Tattoo Removal of a Name in Black Size 8cm X 2cm on Upper Arm? (photo)

The tattoo is on my top right arm and was done about 5 years ago

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What Type of Expectations Should I Have with a 5 Month Old All Black Half Sleeve Tattoo?

I have a light tan complexion, my tattoo is all black. I've just completed my 3rd session with a revlite laser. I've only noticed slight fading so far...

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