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What is red reaction?

And how can it affect laser tattoo removal?
9 September 2025 by
Kirsty Telling

Red reaction is when tattoo ink, particularly red ink, causes an adverse reaction.

You may have swelling, itching or pain in the specific area where ink is and it may take longer for this area of your tattoo to heal.

Having laser tattoo removal on this area/ink may cause the reaction to return if you have previously suffered. 

Always let us know during your consultation if you have previously suffered red reaction.

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