Lasers have been relied upon for cosmetic purposes since the 1960s.1 Now, not only have there been significant advancements meaning that procedures are often both safer and more effective, but there is a greater demand than ever before for treatment. Laser advancements have continued to accelerate, meaning achievable results are now varied. Whilst lasers can be used for many aesthetic indications, one of the lesser known – but emerging – treatments is tattoo removal.1
Treatment options for tattoo removal besides lasers are surgery, radiofrequency, infrared light, cryotherapy, dermabrasion and salabrasion. Unfortunately, none of these procedures are associated with satisfactory cosmetic results due to adverse effects such as scarring and dyspigmentation.2
Laser treatments for tattoo removal are often considered to be safer than other methods such as surgical removal and dermabrasion.2 This is because they are minimally invasive and are only used on…
