Expert: David Katrenick Date: 4/11/2008 Subject: Colour choice
Question Hi,
I was wondering, are there some colors that are more likely to fade than others? I have only ever had black ink tattoos, but thought I would make sure I understood any complications in color inks that I wasn't aware of before making my choice.
I understand that certain factors make tattoos fade and so on, and so far I have avoided too much loss.
My second question is about lazer removal. I am having a tattoo removed by lazer, and so many places fob you off with glamour stories about the fantastic space age process that makes the color fade. I have not bough into this and wondered, in all honestly, what on earth it is ACTUALLY doing to my tattoo? Am I at risk of cancer forming?
Thanks for reading.
Charlotte
Answer If a tattoo is applied properly there should be minimal fading. The only colors that I have seen problems with were yellow and reds. As far as laser removal goes. It is a safe procedure that uses a laser to break up the pigment in the ink. There is no risk of cancer. Your body will absorb the ink.
