Getting a tattoo on the same area I had Fraxel Laser Treatment done, is it safe?

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I received Fraxel CO2 laser treatment on my arm back in May for scars on my arms. It is now July and I have since opted out on the additional procedures due to some skin textual changes that I wasn't happy with that hasn't gone away (Tiny dots and little bit of pink) I am scheduled to get a tattoo in August on the same area (3 months after my one and only Fraxel treatment) my question is, is this safe to do so? Will my skin not hold the ink? Will it cause a reaction or additional scarring?

Jacqueline T. Cheng, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. If the area where you had your fraxel treatment has already healed completely, you should not encounter any problems having a new tattoo in the same location. Previous Fraxel treatments will not alter future tattoos if you wish to have them. Schedule an in-person consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon in your area for more information. Good luck! 
  
 - Jacqueline T. Cheng

Tina B. West, MD · Answer

Yes, it is safe to have a tattoo on the same area you have previously been treated with Fraxel.  Just make sure the area is fully healed before undergoing any treatment to the area.  Best of Luck!

William Groff, DO · Answer

As long as your skin has healed from Fraxel for scar treatment, getting a tattoo is fine. The design may even hide the textural changes you’re not happy with. If you have more questions about your skin, be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who can examine you in person.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There is no reason you cannot do these even together on the same day, however, fraxel will help remove tattoos if you combine it with tattoo removal.   Putting a tattoo on top of an area that was fraxeled would be fine.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Selena Lantry, MD · Answer

Though Fraxel can be an effective aid to tattoo removal, there should not be any issues with getting a tattoo on the area you have already received a Fraxel treatment.  Fraxel lasers use light energy to stimulate your skin’s natural collagen, which should not affect how your skin holds the ink from a tattoo.  However, I would recommend scheduling a follow-up consultation with the doctor who administered your Fraxel treatment if you have persistent undesired effects.

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