3 days ago I got a very small hot pink tattoo (red and white mixed ink) Can it be removed? (Photo)

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Do you think this is easy to remove? I've researched that white tattoo ink can go black when lasered -and as it was used to make the color I'm a little concerned. Your help is much appreciated

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are correct that white ink typically turns black when lasered. This is because it usually contains titanium dioxide. The best treatment for your tattoo might be surgical excision. This would completely remove the tattoo. I would have this evaluated by a surgeon. Best of Luck!

Richard Ort, MD · Answer

White ink typically contains titanium dioxide which turns black when lasered.  The best treatment for a small tattoo of this type might be surgical excision or cutting it out.  This would remove the tattoo completely but would leave a surgical scar.  You should discuss further with a dermatologic or plastic surgeon.

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