I got my tattoo back in February 2018 on my upper left arm. It is 95% Black with white streaks. I’d like to get it removed but I have read mixed results about white ink. Some sites say it can be removed it can be removed with the Picosure laser while others say white ink is nearly impossible to be removed. I want to get it removed but I don’t want to have it lasered only to have the white streaks stay behind. Any help would be appreciated.
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Answer: Laser Tattoo Removal Facts--Takes a series of treatments
I would strongly advise that you use a very good sunblock. Also, you should use 4-8% HQ or Lytera to decrease your risk of this. I would hold off your second session until these fade, but don't worry they will fade. No one can tell you how long this will take, but I suspect, you will see a lo...
Thank you for your question! All three of the lasers you are asking about utilize pico technology. Pico lasers fire a high energy, short duration pulse (pico second). Older lasers can not do this. Pico lasers are very good at removing tattoos and are generally safe on darker skin because of the ...
I would recommend that you treat the Melasma with the Picosure laser. This is definitely the best laser for Melasma. You should plan at least 3 sessions, spaced a month apart. You need a good sunblock. you may want to also use 8% HQ.After the Melasma is resolved, it is very easy to treat the...