Dr. Sarah Chen, PhD
Dermatology Editor · Blink Tattoo Removal
PhD, biomedical science · 12+ years in laser–skin research
Dr. Sarah Chen holds a PhD in biomedical science and has spent more than a decade studying laser–tissue interaction, photothermal and photomechanical effects on pigment, and the biology of skin healing. As Blink's Dermatology Science Editor she is responsible for the clinical accuracy of our medical and skin-science coverage, checking that every claim traces back to peer-reviewed research. She does not provide medical care through Blink; her role is editorial review, not treatment.
Editorial responsibility: Dr. Sarah Chen reviews and writes content in line with the Blink Tattoo Removal Editorial Policy. Corrections are handled per our Corrections Policy.
Articles by Dr. Sarah Chen
- Your First Tattoo Removal Consultation: What to Expect and How to Prepare
- The Aesthetic Industry's Environmental Footprint: A Growing Conversation
- AI-Assisted Treatment Planning Is Coming to Tattoo Removal — Here's What to Expect
- CO2 Lasers vs. Tattoo Removal Lasers: What's the Difference?
- Removing Color Tattoos: A Guide to Challenging Ink Colors
- Cover-Up Tattoo vs. Laser Removal: How to Decide the Right Path for You
- Medical Disclaimer
- FDA Clears Next-Generation Picosecond Laser Platform for Tattoo Removal
- Understanding Tattoo Culture Before Getting Your First Tattoo
- How Laser Tattoo Removal Actually Works: The Science, Step by Step
- Is Tattoo Removal Safe? Risks and Side Effects
- The Laser Device Market for Tattoo Removal: Key Manufacturers and Industry Dynamics
- Will Insurance Ever Cover Tattoo Removal? The State of Coverage in 2025
- Long-Term Safety of Laser Tattoo Removal: What 10-Year Data Shows
- Nd:YAG Lasers in Tattoo Removal: Why 1064 nm Remains the Workhorse Wavelength
- The Neuroscience of Tattoo Removal Pain: Research on Patient Experience
- Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation After Tattoo Removal: Causes, Prevention, Treatment
- Randomized Controlled Trials of Picosecond Alexandrite Lasers: A Systematic Review
- Search the Newsroom
- The Skin Microbiome and Tattoo Removal: How Your Skin's Bacteria Affect Healing
- The Tattoo Community Online: How Instagram, Reddit, and Forums Shape Culture
- Tattoo Ink Allergies and Skin Reactions: What You Need to Know Before Removal
- The Tattoo Removal Aftercare Product Market Is Booming — But Does It Work?
- How Much Does Tattoo Removal Cost in 2025? A Complete Pricing Guide