Marcus Reed
Technology & Science Writer · Blink Tattoo Removal
Science & technology journalism, 10+ years
Marcus Reed is Blink's Technology & Science Writer and has covered the aesthetic-device industry for seven years. He tracks FDA 510(k) clearances, clinical-trial results, device manufacturers and the private-equity activity consolidating tattoo-removal providers. He reads the primary sources — filings, study data and company disclosures — and explains what they mean for patients and practitioners.
Editorial responsibility: Marcus Reed reviews and writes content in line with the Blink Tattoo Removal Editorial Policy. Corrections are handled per our Corrections Policy.
Articles by Marcus Reed
- Diversity and Inclusion in Aesthetic Medicine: Addressing the Dark Skin Gap
- Tattoo Removal in Aging Skin: How Skin Changes with Age Affect the Process
- The Before-and-After Photo Problem: Industry Debates Standards for Removal Marketing
- Clinical Trials in Laser Tattoo Removal: Key Findings from 2024–2025
- The Complete Guide to Laser Tattoo Removal: Everything You Need to Know
- Tattoo Ink Toxicology: What Dermatology Research Reveals About Health Risks
- Removing Old, Faded Tattoos: What Changes Over Time and What to Expect
- Fitzpatrick Skin Type and Tattoo Removal: A Complete Safety Guide
- The History of Tattooing: From Ancient Origins to the Modern Industry
- How to Prepare for Your Laser Tattoo Removal Session: The Complete Checklist
- Keloid and Hypertrophic Scar Risk in Laser Tattoo Removal: Who Is Vulnerable
- Pulse Duration in Laser Tattoo Removal: A Plain-English Physics Explanation
- Tattoo Removal During Pregnancy: What the Research Says About Safety
- The Med Spa Business Model for Tattoo Removal: How Clinics Make Money
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- Photomechanical vs. Photothermal Laser Tissue Interactions in Tattoo Removal
- Private Equity's Growing Role in Medical Aesthetics: What It Means for Patients
- Scar Prevention Research in Laser Aesthetics: Evidence and Clinical Practice
- How Your Skin Heals After Laser Tattoo Removal: A Stage-by-Stage Guide
- A Guide to Tattoo Artistry Styles: Blackwork, Japanese, Realism, and Beyond
- Tattoos, Mental Health, and Body Image: What Research Actually Shows
- The Psychology of Tattoo Regret: Why People Choose Removal
- Tattoo Removal for Career Reasons: Realistic Timeline Planning
- How to Track Your Tattoo Removal Progress: A Photography and Assessment Guide