How expensive & how many sessions would it take to remove 3 small black hand tattoos? (Photo)

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I'm 21 yrs old, female, white, and 5'2 in height. I just recently (as of yesterday) recieved some small hand tattoos. I find myself unhappy with the placement of 3 tattoos and would like to get them removed. They're all black, no color. On my right hand, I want the flower on my ring finger & some words on my hand, under my knuckles, taken off. The same placement is also on my left hand, other words, that I would like taken off.

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

It's important to note that hand tattoos can be more challenging to remove due to the nature of the skin in that area. Consult with a professional tattoo removal specialist to discuss your concerns and explore the best approach for removal. They can provide insights based on your skin type, the ink used, and the size of the tattoos. Be prepared for multiple sessions, and discuss any potential risks or side effects during the consultation.

Ryan Welter, MD · Answer

Black ink on light skin, like yours, typically responds well to laser removal. For small hand tattoos, we’d expect around 4-6 sessions, though hand tattoos can be a bit trickier due to the skin’s nature there.

A professional consultation in your area would help you get a tailored assessment, but generally, dark ink fades more easily, especially with good contrast on lighter skin. It’s important to remember that results can vary, and there’s always a chance of mild skin texture or color changes. Best of luck with the process—just be patient and stay consistent with sessions for the best outcome!

Nuket Eroglu, MD · Answer

Hello; dark coloured tattoos are the easiest to delete them. I think, you will obtain extremely satisfactory results around 4-5 sessions. By the way, you are so young. Opinions could be changed. So, please don't get a tattoo. You may experience many problems, especially with coloured tattoos. I hope, you can get rid of these; as soon as possible and live a tattoo-free life.

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