Best Tattoo Removal Laser for Black Ink? (photo)

Tattoo removal can be done but will take a series of treatments for improvement.  I suggest seeing an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Black tattoos are typically responsive to laser treatment. Either Q-switched ND:YAG or Picosure lasers should work well for your situation.

For your black ink tattoo (also green, blue, etc. ink) the Picosure laser is the treatment that will completely remove the your tattoo the quickest, usually between 5-10 sessions, 6 weeks apart. Treatments are fast and there is no scarring risk with the Picosure. I use the Picosure in our practice with great success.You are a good candidate, so find a doctor with a Picosure Laser.Best of Luck!

Pico lasers are the most advanced technology. I utilize the PiQo4 laser which has 4 Pico wavelengths including the 1064 wavelength to target black ink making it possible to remove 96% of ink in as little as 4-6 treatments. I also utilize the Picosure for a total of 5 Pico wavelengths. Tattoos are removed faster and safer with Pico lasers and there is less risk of scarring. I believe it is important not only to seek the best technology but an experienced laser tattoo removal provider. I have been practicing laser tattoo removal for almost 20 years.

For your tattoo EITHER the q-switched 1064 or the pico would work well.  There are many brands available with each of those technologies.  In this case the type of laser is more important than the brand.  Good luck!Marilyn Pelias