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Which is better for red ink and hard to remove tattoo colors: PicoWay or Enlighten?

Mar 17, 2016
Which laser is better? When it comes to color, especially hard to treat ones such as red ink — which one is recommended and why?

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Dr. Omar Ibrahimi, MD, PhD
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Answered on Dec 7, 2018
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Barbara Padilla, MD

Thank you for your question! Melasma and hyperpigmentation can effectively be reduced with Pico Genesis. Pico Genesis uses the Enlighten Nd:YAG 1064nm laser which is safe for all skin tones. This laser works by shattering benign pigmented lesions. Chemical peels are also a great option for...

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Barbara Padilla, MD

Thank you for your question! For the Enlighten Nd:YAG laser we use the 1064nm wavelength for all color tattoos on skin types IV-VI. When using wavelengths of 670nm or 532nm on skin types IV-VI, the risk of hypopigmentation increases. Color ink can still be safely and effectively removed using...

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George Davis, MD

Thank you for your question.  With the enlighten, only one treatment will not fade all the pigment. If it did change with one, then you have hope that the black will fade with the next treatments.  It could take 5-6 depending on how the pigment responds.  Hang in there!

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