I am going in for a Brazilian and I have pink star tattoos with a black outline in that area. Can laser hair removal be done over a tattoo? I actually don't mind if the tattoo gets ruined, I could always have it redone, I just don't want to do anything that would hurt or damage my skin
Answer: It may destroy the tattoo Laser will destroy the tattoo.I would recommend to avoid the tattoo when doing the laser hair removal. Since lasers are looking for pigment, the light will get attracted not only to the hair but to the pigment in the tattoo. If the laser gets on the tattoo will not only remove the pigment but it will blister and it may scar. To be safe you can cover the tattoo with a band aid and let the technician know to be careful and stay away from that area.
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Answer: It may destroy the tattoo Laser will destroy the tattoo.I would recommend to avoid the tattoo when doing the laser hair removal. Since lasers are looking for pigment, the light will get attracted not only to the hair but to the pigment in the tattoo. If the laser gets on the tattoo will not only remove the pigment but it will blister and it may scar. To be safe you can cover the tattoo with a band aid and let the technician know to be careful and stay away from that area.
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July 12, 2013
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July 10, 2013
Answer: Laser hair removal and tattoos
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July 10, 2013
Answer: Laser hair removal and tattoos
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Answer: Nevertheless, if wanting to have laser or hair removal done, it is necessary to consult an expert and have it done by certified Referrals from your family doctor are not necessary for laser hair or tattoo removal unless you suffer from certain conditions that would require consultation with an expert as well as with your family doctor. Nevertheless, if wanting to have laser or hair removal done, it is necessary to consult an expert and have it done by certified provider. Either way, cosmetic procedure such as laser hair and tattoo removals are not covered by insurance. Best of luck!
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Answer: Nevertheless, if wanting to have laser or hair removal done, it is necessary to consult an expert and have it done by certified Referrals from your family doctor are not necessary for laser hair or tattoo removal unless you suffer from certain conditions that would require consultation with an expert as well as with your family doctor. Nevertheless, if wanting to have laser or hair removal done, it is necessary to consult an expert and have it done by certified provider. Either way, cosmetic procedure such as laser hair and tattoo removals are not covered by insurance. Best of luck!
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May 21, 2017
Answer: Laser Hair Removal over tattoo Laser hair removal devices are searching for pigment and can therefore laser the pigment it finds in the tattoo. This can cause damage to the skin including burning, blistering, hypopigmenting, or hyperpigmenting, etc. For this reason you are not able to get laser hair removal over a tattoo. It is important that you let your laser technician know that you have a tattoo in the area to be lasered prior to treatment. At my facility, laser providers are trained to keep a safe distance between the lasered area and the tattoo. Prior to any treatment you meet with both a nurse practitioner and laser provider to document any areas where a tattoo is present and to clear you as a candidate for laser hair removal. At this time you are also able to go over any questions or concerns you may have. Your safety is our highest priority. You may wish to find a laser center equipped with multiple lasers for hair removal and a laser for tattoo removal as evidence of their experience and knowledge of lasers.
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May 21, 2017
Answer: Laser Hair Removal over tattoo Laser hair removal devices are searching for pigment and can therefore laser the pigment it finds in the tattoo. This can cause damage to the skin including burning, blistering, hypopigmenting, or hyperpigmenting, etc. For this reason you are not able to get laser hair removal over a tattoo. It is important that you let your laser technician know that you have a tattoo in the area to be lasered prior to treatment. At my facility, laser providers are trained to keep a safe distance between the lasered area and the tattoo. Prior to any treatment you meet with both a nurse practitioner and laser provider to document any areas where a tattoo is present and to clear you as a candidate for laser hair removal. At this time you are also able to go over any questions or concerns you may have. Your safety is our highest priority. You may wish to find a laser center equipped with multiple lasers for hair removal and a laser for tattoo removal as evidence of their experience and knowledge of lasers.
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