The use of Q-switched Nd:Yag laser for removal of permanent eyeliner tattoo.
We present the results of a pilot study of the use of Nd:Yag laser in the removal of permanent eyeliner tattoos. Fourteen eyelids were treated, and in all cases a reduction in pigmentation was achieved although responses were variable. The advantages of such therapy over existing techniques are described. The technique offers a useful reduction of permanent eyeliner pigmentation and is particularly suited to treatment of localized areas of imperfect application or pigment migration.
Watts
M T
MT
Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, England.
Downes
R N
RN
Collin
J R
JR
Walker
N P
NP
D003358:Cosmetics; D005129:Eye Foreign Bodies / Q000601:surgery; D005143:Eyelids / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D005296:Ferrous Compounds; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013518:Surgery, Plastic; D013653:Tattooing
D003358:Cosmetics; D005296:Ferrous Compounds; C034236:ferrous oxide