Thank you for your question. No, you can not use a laser hair removal laser to remove a tattoo as this will cause burns. That being said in my office I use the PicoSure laser. PicoSure has a short pulse duration that exceeds photothermal action and results in an intense photomechanical impact. This adds up to faster results and fewer treatments when compared to other tattoo removal methods. It works best on darker inks such as black and blue. The number of sessions required to lighten or remove a tattoo can range from 6-10 sessions. The amount of sessions depends on the size, color and placement of the tattoo. The further the tattoo is from the heart the more time it will take to remove. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!
Laser hair removal will not remove your tattoo. It may incidentally lighten it, but not significantly. The laser required for tattoo removal is different and is based on what color pigments are in your tattoo. Be sure to see a board-certified specialist who can perform the tattoo removal in a virtually pain-free way and explain to you what to expect with the procedure.
