Can I do laser hair removal a few days before PicoSure tattoo removal?

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Is it safe to do a laser hair removal a few days before a picosure tattoo removal. They are in the same area arms and legs. I am worried i will blister bad or burn my skin. Thankyou

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Laser hair removal can be performed in areas that are not tattooed. Since hair lasers go after pigment, they can not tell between hair and tattoos. It can badly burn you and leave a scar. You can let your technician know to be extra cautious and laser around the tattoo or have them cover it while getting your hair removed. But do not treat the tattoo with a laser hair removal device it will burn you badly. Please see an expert for an evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer.

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

There would be no issue for you to have laser hair removal of the arms/legs, followed by picture tattoo removal days later, presuming the medical clinic where you have your lasers done is professional and staff well trained.

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