Ask Us #1 : Tattoo Removal Side Effects

Q&A: Tattoo Removal Side Effects

 

I had my first session of tattoo removal nearly a week ago. I have no bleeding or blistering, but I do have intense itching. I’m also concerned that it is very warm to the touch. Is this normal?

– Cindy, TX

Hi there,

I understand your skin concerns.  Both the itch and the warmth is normal – itching is common because the laser has a dehydrating effect. Also, itch tends to be a normal sensation during the process of wound healing and the laser the does cause some injury to the skin.

The warmth of the area can also be explained by the wound healing. Laser tattoo removal treatments break the tattoo pigment up into smaller particles that are then removed by the body’s immune system. The influx of immune cells into the area followed by proliferation of cells and vessels and vasodilation can cause the skin to feel warm.

– Schweiger Dermatology Group

About Schweiger Dermatology Group

Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010, Schweiger Dermatology Group began as a single office in Midtown Manhattan with a mission to deliver high-quality dermatologic care without long waits. As demand grew, so did the practice. Today we have over 120 locations across 8 states with more than 400 of the nation's leading providers and were ranked as the number one practice nationally in cosmetic and reconstructive care by Castle Connolly. In 2023, we broadened our expertise by integrating allergy care into our services. We remain committed to offering exceptional medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology as well as comprehensive allergy services, ensuring patients receive expert care in a modern, state-of-the art environment.

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