Laser Tattoo Removal

What Colors Of Ink Are The Best For Tattoo Removal?

As a general rule, laser tattoo removal is most effective on black and red ink. Other colors take longer to remove and some may not be fully removable.

Black ink responds well to laser pulses because it is made of carbon and can effectively absorb the laser’s energy. This causes the pigmentation to fragment into smaller particles that the body’s immune system removes.

Older tattoos also respond well to laser tattoo removal due to less ink density and the fact that much of their ink pigment has already been absorbed by the body. Lasers are also more effective on professional tattoos because the ink is evenly distributed in the skin’s dermis.

At LaserAway, we use the Kirby-Desai scale to accurately determine how many treatments it will take to remove your tattoo. This evidence based scale was composed and published by Dr. Will Kirby, LaserAway’s chief medical officer.

Why Choose LaserAway?

With two decades of experience and millions of treatments performed, LaserAway is the nation’s leader in aesthetic dermatology. Our clinics are equipped with cutting-edge technology and overseen by board-certified dermatologists. Every treatment is performed by highly trained medical professionals—registered nurses, nurse practitioners, or physician associates—who complete one of the most rigorous training programs in the industry.

We are committed to providing safe, effective, and scientifically backed treatments that help you achieve your best skin.

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