Used hair laser on my tattoo now it's left a bumpy surface. Will it heal?

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. This can be improved with skin care, peels and skin lightening. Sun protection is essential. I would hold off on any more laser treatments until this improves. Best, Dr. Emer

You will need to shave before laser hair removal no matter what device is used. Not shaving increases pain during treatment and risk of burning. Make sure you are being treated by an experienced provider. Best wishes.

I don't recommend it. I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist about appropriate skin care after laser hair removal. Sun protection is essential. Also, keep in mind it will take a series of treatments with laser hair removal to get the best results. Best, Dr. Emer

Laser hair removal targets active hairs so it doesn't matter the age of the person receiving treatment. Darker hairs respond better to treatment. Keep in mind, it will take a series of treatments to get results. I suggest seeing a laser hair removal expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

It is normal to have hair on your face the day after you have a laser treatment, it may take up to a week for the hair to fall out. Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment in the growing hair follicle beneath the skin, not the hair itself. Only a fraction of hairs are growing at...