I have a small tattoo on my bikini line and I think I want to remove it and put it elsewhere. I saw online people use salt (mixed with water) at home to remove small tattoos. Is that safe? What are the pros and cons of doing it this way vs laser treatment?
February 13, 2017
Answer: Don't remove a tattoo with salt Please don't try this. You can potentially cause a lot of damage and scarring by "sanding" away a tattoo with salt. A safer and more effective way would be to see a professional who can use a laser to remove it. In our practice, we use the Picosure laser, which is the most advanced technology for removing tattoos.
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February 13, 2017
Answer: Don't remove a tattoo with salt Please don't try this. You can potentially cause a lot of damage and scarring by "sanding" away a tattoo with salt. A safer and more effective way would be to see a professional who can use a laser to remove it. In our practice, we use the Picosure laser, which is the most advanced technology for removing tattoos.
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Answer: Home remedies for tattoo removal Thanks for your question. We do not recommend trying salt and water to remove tattoos in any situation. The ink is way too deep in the skin to be reached with salt and water, and you'll only end up abrading and injuring your skin, and you could create a lot of scarring. Please see a board certified dermatologist with the proper tattoo removal laser (usually a Q-switched 1064/532nm laser). Best of luck!
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Answer: Home remedies for tattoo removal Thanks for your question. We do not recommend trying salt and water to remove tattoos in any situation. The ink is way too deep in the skin to be reached with salt and water, and you'll only end up abrading and injuring your skin, and you could create a lot of scarring. Please see a board certified dermatologist with the proper tattoo removal laser (usually a Q-switched 1064/532nm laser). Best of luck!
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