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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Is It Possible to Remove Tribal Marks on Cheeks?

Can tribal marks on cheeks be removed completely? Thanks.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Can I Re-tattoo over a Laser-Removed Tattoo?

I got a tattoo that turned out crooked, and I am getting it lasered off once it heals. When i'm done with my treatments will I be able to get...

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Possible to Remove a Tattoo Through Excision?

I have a tattoo that is 4 1/2 by 3 inches on my inner forearm. I read that large tattoos will need a skin graft but they don't specify how large. I...

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Tattoo at the Back of Knee Excision?

I have a stretch mark on the back of my knee, so I got a tattoo to be over it. Now I want the tattoo to be excisioned out. Is this possible? It is...

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Excision to Get Rid of Tattoo and Scars?

I have big tattoo on my arm and scars under the tattoo. If I get Excision option, will I be able to get rid of my tattoo and scars under the tattoo at...

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Number of Removal Sessions for Small Tattoos?

My husband has two little chinese letters on his neck that are black. How many tattoo removal sessions would it take to remove it?

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Can Only Part of my Tattoo Be Removed?

I had my wife's name and my daughter's name in the middle of the tattoo. After 12 years of marriage my wife and I have split up and have not been...

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Tattoo Removal Through Excision for the Whole Back?

I have a tattoo that covers my whole back. I was wondering if I go with the excision option, will it cover the whole tattoo and will it be noticeable?

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Tattoo Removal Easier if Colored?

About two years ago, I got a black inked tattoo about 2 inches by 1 1/2 inches big on the back of my neck. Do you think it will be easier to remove...

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How Long Do I Have to Wait to Have Infinitink Tattoo Laser Removed?

I got a tattoo done with the new ink called InfinitInk about 4 months ago, and I was wondering when it would be okay for me to get laser treatment on...

Laser Tattoo Removal on the Neck for African American?

Would you recommend an African American to get laser treatment for a Tattoo removal on the neck?

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Tattoo Excision

I have a tattoo around my bellybutton can i get it excised and hide scars in my bellybutton? I asked my plastic surgeon and he said it would cause...

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Cream for Removing Tattoo on Hand?

Which cream should I use to get a tattoo off my hand?

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New Tattoo or Older Tattoo - Which Can Be Lazered Easier??

I searched around and get a bunch of different answers, Which tattoo will be lasered more successfully - a newer tattoo a month old or a tattoo...

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Options for Fading Bottom Lip Tattoo?

I got a horrendous tattoo on my bottom lip (inside). It was done by an amateur. It looks very bad and is pretty deep. Very bad decision. Is there...

Tattoo Removal by Split Thickness Tangential Excision?

I have a tattoo located on my inner forearm, from the wrist up. It's 4 1/2" x 3" inches. I'm thinking of getting it removed by Split...

New Laser Technology?

I have an ankle tattoo, all black, 7 years old. I am considering removing it but I am really afraid of not getting it all gone. Is there any major...

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Eyebrow Laser Removal

I had my eyebrow done over a yr ago then redone a few months ago but this time it turned out a bit darker than expected. My question is, will my brow...

Things to Eat After Laser Tattoo Removal

I'm doing lazer treatments and wondering for post care are there any foods or drinks I can eat to help my lymph clear the ink during the fading...

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Is There Anyway to Prevent or Reverse Paradoxical Darkening?

Some reports have detailed the paradoxical darkening of red tattoo pigment as well as other skin-toned, yellow, and pink tattoos.

What About Laser Tattoo Removal + Skin Resurfacing + New Tattoo?

I have a large colorful tattoo on my upper arm(half sleeve) which is being treated performing laser tattoo removal. Due to the size and number of...

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Laser Tattoo Removal on Each Foot Possible?

I have a tattoo on each foot that I would like to remove, they are both about three months old and I deeply regret them. They are each roughly 3x3...

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