Is it possible to remove this tattoo ink "Carbon black"? (Photos)

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1 month ago I made huge tattoo on my sleeve. All tattoo is black and made with one tattoo ink "Carbon black". I would like to remove all tattoo. I know that I need to wait at least 6 months to start laser treatment. I heard that this Carbon black ink isn't possible to remove. Just make 20-30% lighter. Becouse molecular particles are too "heavy".. Is it true? In my country we have only Q switch ND YAG laser. Thanks!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph. Picosure
laser is a good option to have this tattoo removed as it is safe and effective
and there is a low risk of scarring. This treatment works best on dark inks
like black and dark blue which gives you an effective permanent result. I recommend
you see an expert in order to determine the best treatment plan for you. All
the best!

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph. Picosure laser is a good option to have this tattoo removed as it is safe and effective and there is a low risk of scarring. This treatment works best on dark inks like black and dark blue which gives you an effective permanent result. I recommend you see an expert in order to determine the best treatment plan for you. All the best!

Kristin J. Tarbet, MD, FACS · Answer

You need to wait for the tattoo to be completely healed prior to laser treatment. I have not heard that this type of ink is not removable.

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