I have been receiving laser tattoo removal for a black densely-inked tattoo on my forearm. My tattoo is fading (not completely yet, but getting there). However, I am experiencing permanent redness where the tattoo ink was. It seems to be post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I have spaced my laser sessions apart so as to prevent this. I have also used sunscreen. I ordered silicone sheets. Should I/Can I use hydroquinone or hydroxy acids in between laser treatments? If so, what brands? Thanks!
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Answer: Redness or posinflammatory hyperpigmentation with laser tattoo removal
Laser tattoo removal is still the only really effective tattoo removal technique. Dermabrasion can help, but is not recommended for large areas. I have found the MedLite® C6 laser is the best laser for targeting tattoo dyes. Treatment with this laser offers good, if not excellent results,...
Hi London7700, thanks for your question. There are many different types of lasers that do tattoo removal. Different lasers will have different protocols. I prefer the Cutera Enlighten Laser because it allows me to quickly switch between picosecond and nanosecond technology. It breaks up the ...
Hello, Older ink is generally easier to remove as tattoo removal has so much to do with how thick a tattoo is. Usually the newer it is the more ink the tattoo has and the more treatments it requires to take off. Older tattoos have had time to fade leaving less ink for tattoo removal. Now,...
