It scabbed up (not enough to scar) the first time through the week and the scabbed parts fell off and there was less ink on the tattoo in those parts. I was wondering is this actually going to work? Can I harm myself or skin in any way doing this? Could I get cancer or some medical issues? What should I do?
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October 11, 2015
Answer: IPL is NOT For tattoos can can cause burns/scars
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Hello and thanks you for your question. Looks to me like you have a superficial burn from the IPL. it may scar or may take a bit longer to heal. Stay out of the sun and protect your burned skin. My question is why would the technician treat your scar with this technology, why not use a smller...
