Does the ink color affect the ease of tattoo removal?
Yes. In general, black ink is the easiest color to remove – requiring the fewest number of treatments – while green ink is the most difficult color ink to remove – requiring the most number of treatments. Does skin color affect the ease of tattoo removal? Yes. Light skin is the easiest complexion for ink removal – requiring the fewest number of treatments – while dark skin requires more treatments. If the skin is too dark it may not be possible to completely remove the tattoo. In addition, dark skin is more likely associated with scarring or alteration in skin color after laser treatment, compared to light skin. Are there any restrictions in activity after treatment? All activities may be resumed immediately after treatment, including swimming, weight-lifting and aerobics. However, after treatment, specific skin care guidelines are recommended that promote healing. Is treatment considered safe? Yes. The MedLite® C6 laser is FDA approved specifically for tattoo removal. The laser light
