What is the best aftercare treatment for laser tattoo removal (PicoSure)?

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Louis M. DeJoseph, MD · Answer

Keep it simple is rule of thumb for aftercare.  I like to have patients use Aquaphor ointment on the treatment site for several days.  Keep it clean and showering is actually good for it so get it wet.  No swimming pools or lakes for 2 weeks.  Q switched laser treatments heal incredibly well with fairly simple care.  Best,  Dr D.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Tattoo removal can result in either scarring or ghosting.  Here are some tips:
Faster pulse second technology like pico second is a better technology than nano for scarring. Experience can help patients.  Oversight from an experienced physician (best if plastic, facial plastic or dermatology) will likely result in safer outcomes.Stay out of the sun— sunlight can be harmful to healing in after any laser procedureAvoid infections- This means keep your tattoo area clean (i.e. don’t garden right after a tattoo removal on your arm, etc), don’t pick scabs or blisters if they occur.  Follow our post procedure instructions.  Avoid swimming for 48 hours as water can infect the treated areas.Allow healing between treatment sessions- typically 4-8 weeksBe healthy- while the tattoo laser breaks up the tattoo particles, your body will actually eliminate the particles in one of 3 ways.  This will help achieve this process faster and allow for consistent healingBest, 
Anil Shah

Sabrina Fabi, MD · Answer

I classically have my patients keep the area moist and covered after a Picosure treatment with a bland moisturizer like Vaniply.  I also like them to wash the area daily with a mild soap and water and pat dry before moisturizing.  The most important thing is protecting the area from the sun to avoid pigment changes.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Wash with bland soap and water daily. Apply ceramide cream like Elevase and avoid active sun exposure or tanning devices.

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