• Dermatol Surg · Mar 2012

    Review

    Rising concern over cosmetic tattoos.

    • Arisa E Ortiz and Tina S Alster.
    • Department of Dermatology, University of California at Irvine, Irvine, California, USA.
    • Dermatol Surg. 2012 Mar 1; 38 (3): 424-9.

    BackgroundA rise in popularity of cosmetic tattoos has led to an increase in adverse reactions. Due to more pressing concerns, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not traditionally enforced its authority over tattoo inks.ObjectiveTo raise awareness of the dangers of cosmetic tattoos.Materials And MethodsWe reviewed FDA policies regarding tattoo ink, different ink components, adverse reactions, and various treatment options for cosmetic tattoo removal.Results And ConclusionAn increase in consumer complaints has prompted FDA investigation into tattoo inks and their safety. It is important that further complications be reported to the FDA to promote regulation of cosmetic tattoo inks.© 2011 by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Inc. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

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