Redness after eyebrows tattooed removal, is this normal? (photos)

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I recently had eyebrows tattooed removal with medlite laser, and I'm very worried because after the first treatment I got today, the treated area turned very red and swollen. Is it normal for it to be this red after the first treatment? The lady said it'll take me about 6-8 treatments to remove my eyebrow tattoo. I also worry about scarring. Should I continue to get more treatments? Please help, thank you.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's
unfortunate because your tattoo is so visible, but tattoo
removal takes a number of sessions and this will take many. Redness
is a normal part of the healing process.  Removing a tattoo is
way more painful and costly than getting one. Please
see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

This can happen with tattoo removal in this area. The tattoos often turn black too due to the metal pigments in them. I think it is ok and it will take more than 8 treatments in my estimation.

Redness after eyebrows tattooed removal, is this normal? (photos)

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