Can any laser remove tattoos on darker colored skin? Should I look for a specific type of laser treatment?

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Yes, a laser can safely remove tattoos on darker and very dark skin. A high quality laser, such as Astanza Trinity, is safe. However, that said, it is more important to go to a medical clinic where the experienced staff can treat in a way to protect your skin during treatments.

Answered by Clean Slate Tattoo Removal at Vein Specialties (View Profile)

Yes, a laser can safely remove tattoos on darker and very dark skin. A high quality laser, such as Astanza Trinity, is safe. However, that said, it is more important to go to a medical clinic where the experienced staff can treat in a way to protect your skin during treatments.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Celibre Medical Corporation

Published on Mar 08, 2016

Most dark skinned patients have dark colored tattoos. For black or dark blue ink, the safest and most effective laser is the Nd:Yg laser (1064 nanometer). There are many brands, but this one will work effectively and minimize the chances of scarring.

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Answered by Celibre Medical Corporation

Most dark skinned patients have dark colored tattoos. For black or dark blue ink, the safest and most effective laser is the Nd:Yg laser (1064 nanometer). There are many brands, but this one will work effectively and minimize the chances of scarring.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Brooklyn Laser Tattoo Removal, Inc.

Published on Feb 24, 2016

A certified tattoo removal specialist will educate you on the lasers to be used for your skin. Sometimes there are circumstances where additional risks may be warranted. A full and complete consultation should educate you. Generally, only a 1064nm laser is used on darker colored skin. We have had people with dark skin walk in after being treated 5 times by a doctor who advertises no scarring, and the skin scarred and lost pigmentation in many spots. Be careful where you go and stick to only using black ink on dark skin for least issues in the future, should you wish to remove it.

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Answered by Brooklyn Laser Tattoo Removal, Inc.

A certified tattoo removal specialist will educate you on the lasers to be used for your skin. Sometimes there are circumstances where additional risks may be warranted. A full and complete consultation should educate you. Generally, only a 1064nm laser is used on darker colored skin. We have had people with dark skin walk in after being treated 5 times by a doctor who advertises no scarring, and the skin scarred and lost pigmentation in many spots. Be careful where you go and stick to only using black ink on dark skin for least issues in the future, should you wish to remove it.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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