I got a tattoo and the artist shaded around it, I don’t like the shading. (Photo)

Question

Would I be able to get just the shading removed?

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question in regards to tattoo removal. Shading of a tattoo responses very well with laser tattoo removal and typically does not require very many treatments. Although, some areas of the tattoo that you would like to keep may require a touch up. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, you can have the shading of your tattoo removed, but you may need to do a touch up to re-define the lines later. It typically takes fewer sessions to remove shading than to remove a full inked tattoo. I recommend having a consultation with an expert to determine the best treatment plan for you. Best of Luck!

Wayne Wertheim, MD · Answer

Absolutely! Shading comes out very quickly. You may only need 4 treatments and should have excellent results!

Mark A. Blair, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question and for including a photo.  You can probably have the shaded portion of the tattoo removed, but you may need to do a little bit of touch-up to re-define lines after you have treated the shading.  You can get pretty close to the line art, but it may not be perfect lines.Good Luck!

Richard Rosol, MD · Answer

We do quite a bit of shading removal. It’s a thing. Our PicoSure laser removes most gray shading in one treatment, but it ultimately depends on the ink used.
With a little extra time and a steady hand, an experienced proactitioner can remove your shading. You might need a little touch-up of line work afterwards, but your tattoo would look the way you want it.
Good luck!

I got a tattoo and the artist shaded around it, I don’t like the shading. (Photo)

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Answer: Tattoo shading, can I remove shading only?

Answer: Tattoo shading, can I remove shading only?

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Answer: Throwing shade at shading.

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I got a tattoo and the artist shaded around it, I don’t like the shading. (Photo)

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Answer: Tattoo shading, can I remove shading only?

Answer: Tattoo shading, can I remove shading only?

Answer: Throwing shade at shading.

Answer: Throwing shade at shading.

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