Tattoo Removal Southlake TX

Find top doctors who perform Tattoo Removal in Southlake, TX. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Southlake, TX.

Local Businesses

North Texas Plastic Surgery

(817)416-8080
1545 E Southlake Blvd
Southlake, TX 76092


Scott Edward Kasden

(817) 416-9980
1422 Main St – Suite 274
Southlake, TX 76092


Scott Kasden

817-416-9980
1422 Main St Ste 274
Southlake, TX 76092


Mesobella Southlake Dermatology

(817) 251-6376
731 E Southlake Blvd, #180
Southlake, TX 76092


Angela Bowers

817-251-6500
1170 N. Carroll Ave.
Southlake, TX 76092


Scott Kasden

1455 Main St Ste 140
Southlake, TX 76092


Mason, Mark E – Southlake Plastic Surgery

(817) 442-8900
2485 E Southlake Blvd Ste 200
Southlake, TX 76092


Michael A Bogdan

(817) 442-1236
410 N Carroll Ave – Suite 170
Southlake, TX 76092


Mark Mason

(817) 442-8900
900 E. Southlake Boulevard Suite 100
Southlake, TX 76092


Mark Edward Mason

817-442-8900
900 E Southlake Blvd Ste 100
Southlake, TX 76092


Mason Mark E

(817)442-8900
3820 Grant Ave
Southlake, TX 76092


Sacha Obaid

(817) 416-8080
1952 Blue Mesa Ct
Southlake, TX 76092


Gregory Taylor

817-424-1166
1422 Main St Ste 240
Southlake, TX 76092


Angela Bowers-Plott

(817) 251-6500
1170 N Carroll Ave
Southlake, TX 76092


Kasden Scott E

(817) 416-9980
3820 Grant Avenue
Southlake, TX 76092


Dr.Sacha Obaid

(214) 663-4339
1545 East Southlake Boulevard, Suite 250
Southlake, TX 76092


Bowers, Angela G – Southlake Dermatology

(817) 251-6500
1170 N Carroll Ave
Southlake, TX 76092


Angela G Bowers

817-251-6500
1422 Main St Ste 213
Southlake, TX 76092


Scott Kasden

(817) 416-9980
1422 Main Street Suite 274
Southlake, TX 76092


Michael Bogdan Facs

(817) 442-1236
2992 Ginnala Dr
Southlake, TX 76092


Tattoo Removal FAQ in Southlake, TX

How long does skin hurt after tattoo removal?

Redness, tenderness and swelling usually subside a day or two after treatment. Blisters start forming within 24 hours after treatment and they may appear alarming, but these indicate that your body is healing as it should.

Why does my tattoo look darker after laser removal?

Tattoo ink will often oxidize which is what happens to white ink when laser treated. The white pigmentation turns into a darker pigment because the laser breaks the particles apart into tiny fragments which oxidize with the light exposure and the tattoo often turns into a light brown or blue shade.

Can lemon remove tattoos?

There is no way a little lemon juice will break up the ink. At the very least this will be very painful. Worst case scenarios are that doing this could lead to infection and scarring. There are really only two options for tattoo removal, excision and laser.

Does vitamin E help with tattoo removal?

Apply topicals. When you’ve moved past the three-day mark, you can use a number of topicals that can speed up your recovery. Hydrocortisone cream or Vitamin E oil can help reduce your urge to scratch the treated area.

How long does it take to heal after laser tattoo removal?

The total healing time after laser treatment is about 4 to 8 weeks. But, what you do during those weeks can increase or decrease the healing process. Healing times vary depending on the type of treatment, the strength of your immune system, and how closely you follow your aftercare plan.

Can a tattoo be removed in 5 sessions?

So many factors go into tattoo removal that it’s impossible to predict, with accuracy, how many sessions you’ll need. A strong estimate is between five and 10 appointments, although you may need just slightly under or above this range.

Can a tattoo be completely removed?

Yes, lasers can remove tattoos completely. In fact, lasers are the safest, most effective tool to remove unwanted tattoos with. However, you may need to receive several sessions before the tattoo is removed completely.

What naturally removes tattoo?

Another effective way of naturally removing tattoos is by using sand powder and mixing it with aloe vera to create a paste mixture. Take about 1/4 cup of sand powder and aloe vera gel, combine them to create a gooey paste, and apply it multiple times a day over your tattoo until it vanishes.

What is the hardest color tattoo to remove?

Laser tattoo removal works when the color in the ink absorbs the energy from the laser. Different colors of ink absorb color differently. Specifically, lighter colors like white, yellow, light blue, and pink are the most difficult to remove, as are green, red, and neon colors.

What breaks down tattoo ink?

For starters, sunlight exposure can gradually break down ink molecules, which is why tattoos that are always exposed are quicker to fade than those often covered by clothing. Additionally, the macrophage cells from our immune system can eventually tackle chunks of the ink and disperse them over the years.

Why isn’t my tattoo fading after laser?

If your tattoo isn’t getting enough recovery time, the removal will not be as effective. Your laser technician should give you a clear indication of how long you need between treatments. During the recovery time, your body is actively removing the tattoo. The treatments shatter the ink.

Do tattoo removal creams work?

Tattoo removal creams don’t work and can cause serious skin reactions that result in permanent skin or tissue damage. These creams shouldn’t be used as an alternative to FDA-approved treatments.

Is one session enough for tattoo removal?

An average of 10-12 sessions are usually required to eliminate a tattoo, but each case is unique and may require more or fewer treatments. The frequency of treatments depends on your tattoo, the most common time frame between treatments would be 6-8 weeks.

Can your body reject tattoo ink years later?

What’s done is done, right? Not always. In fact, skin irritation or a full-blown condition can develop months, years, even decades after the initial tattooing process.

Do tattoos mess with your immune system?

Innate immune responses involve general reactions to foreign material. So getting a new tattoo triggers your immune system to send white blood cells called macrophages to eat invaders and sacrifice themselves to protect against infection.