2 Week ago I did my first treatment, due to the fact that I hate shaving, I get oily skin and sometimes I rather not shave when I breakout.... Note : that I rarely breakout, I was on Accutane 2 years ago and since then I have had great skin. Until recently , this week I went from a few pimples to severe acne. Only around my chin and side burns, wherere areas have been treated by the hair removal laser.
I was wondering if someone has had this happened or can educate me more. As I have asked many questions to the doctor that was treating my hair, she said there would not be a problem with the laser.
The stiffer, dead hair shafts are more likely to become ingrown. At least that is what happened on my neck.
It's normal. For about 3 weeks after laser hair removal, the dead hairs and roots push their way up and fall out. It's not attractive, nothing you can really do except wash with a gentle face cleanser like Noxema, and wait for it to clear up.
It's not permanent, it's not acne, although it looks like it. Just be patient, it looks kind of bad, but it does clear up. With every additional treatment, less hair is there, so there will be less falling out. The first treatment always looks the worst.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Laser hair removal- red spots?
Hello, I've had laser hair removal done a while ago and after the treatments about 4 days would go by then i would notice red dots where the hair follicle was before... -the dots look similar to when you wax and get red dots/ only after laser hair removal it was somewhat irritatingly painful. My question is are these red dots preventable? I have light skin (pink tone) and dark hair.- Most people don't get these dots, but their similar to a zit, and took a long time to go away..
Also since I've had it performed 4 times (this is 3 years ago) but I want to go back to finish the treatment, will i have to start over, or will the 4 treatments still have and effect... My hair is a litle thinner, not much though. Thanks in advance!
I got the same thing when I got laser hair removal for my armpits.
I think its a little like razor burn; basically, skin irritation.
For the returning hair removal, you may have to have an extra session or two to get caught up. When I took a year off from hair removal, I had to start over; yet, I've had friends who took off from where they last started.
Ask your laser hair removal specialist. :)
Also since I've had it performed 4 times (this is 3 years ago) but I want to go back to finish the treatment, will i have to start over, or will the 4 treatments still have and effect... My hair is a litle thinner, not much though. Thanks in advance!
I got the same thing when I got laser hair removal for my armpits.
I think its a little like razor burn; basically, skin irritation.
For the returning hair removal, you may have to have an extra session or two to get caught up. When I took a year off from hair removal, I had to start over; yet, I've had friends who took off from where they last started.
Ask your laser hair removal specialist. :)
Laser hair removal or Electrolysis hair removal?? what is best for perm. results?
I know that laser is less painful and inexpensive than elec. as that can take much longer and thus result in more money. However, just wanted to know if anyone has used laser or electrolysis hair removal...are the results permanant with laser..i read with laser there is permanant REDUCTION but not permanant removal or hair...and is it worth the pain and cost of electrolysis coz im scared that will leave scars....
So those who have experience please help me decide coz i want to have treatment on my armpit and legs...cost is not an issue as theres no point having laser and then having to go back for electro...Just want to know what you would reccomend for proper permanent removal...All help appretiated, thanks..
With electrolysis I only noticed a reduction after 1.5 years of weekly sessions, but that may be due to my incrediby thick black hair! I would say, electrolysis can be uncomfortable and time consuming, especially on a large area like your arms and legs, but if the hair there is pale, or your skin is darker it may not be so good for laser anyhow. I didn't experience any scarring, but I did once get a broken capilliary under the skin that has taken time to fade :-)
A Gillette Sensor Excel twin-blade razor, warm water, a bowl, soap, a Dunhill shaving brush, and, a member of the opposite sex in whom you have placed total and unamphibolised trust!
Laser definitely. Electrolysis is old-fashioned, less effective and painful with risk of skin infection.
Laser is permanent on areas that are not affected by hormones. If you have hormone issues (like polycystic ovaries) then some facial hair may start to grow back. This just means you would get a touch-up once a year.
Laser was permanent for me and took way less time than electrolysis. Electrolysis also hurt alot more. Make sure you go to someone good. The attached sites can help with info and provider options.
So those who have experience please help me decide coz i want to have treatment on my armpit and legs...cost is not an issue as theres no point having laser and then having to go back for electro...Just want to know what you would reccomend for proper permanent removal...All help appretiated, thanks..
With electrolysis I only noticed a reduction after 1.5 years of weekly sessions, but that may be due to my incrediby thick black hair! I would say, electrolysis can be uncomfortable and time consuming, especially on a large area like your arms and legs, but if the hair there is pale, or your skin is darker it may not be so good for laser anyhow. I didn't experience any scarring, but I did once get a broken capilliary under the skin that has taken time to fade :-)
A Gillette Sensor Excel twin-blade razor, warm water, a bowl, soap, a Dunhill shaving brush, and, a member of the opposite sex in whom you have placed total and unamphibolised trust!
Laser definitely. Electrolysis is old-fashioned, less effective and painful with risk of skin infection.
Laser is permanent on areas that are not affected by hormones. If you have hormone issues (like polycystic ovaries) then some facial hair may start to grow back. This just means you would get a touch-up once a year.
Laser was permanent for me and took way less time than electrolysis. Electrolysis also hurt alot more. Make sure you go to someone good. The attached sites can help with info and provider options.
Does the hair that regrows after laser hair removal look natural?
I was just wondering, does the hair that regrows after laser hair removal look natural??someone who's actually had laser hair removal done, please answer
It looks very natural. The hair dispersion is exactly like it was before....there is just less of it after each treatment.
I don't know exactly what you mean by look "natural", it's your hair and it will look like it looked before the laser treatment, only sparser and probably finer.
It takes several treatments for the laser to destroy most of the hair follicles. They usually refer to it as "permanent reduction" because lasers don't do a good job of getting rid of light colored hair - red or blonde or gray. If you have a mixture of those colors - and most people do - then it will get rid of the dark, coarse hairs, which is what most people want anyway.
i started laser hair removal earlier last year, and ended them in may of this year. when you first start you sit down and talk with a counselor, they tell you all the side effects and benefits. on rare cases after treatment the hair can become dramatically worse than it was before(thickness). my experience, i had to stop because i have a hormonal imbalance, therefore my hair will never completely go away, but the hair that does grow back yes does look natural, it is thinner than it was before, im happy with it.
My wife had it done and had around 8 sessions or so and the hair isn't gone, but it is much sparser that it was before. During the year she was having it done it was really sparse to bald. If you could afford to have it done regularly every 6 weeks for the rest of your life (or a large number of years) that'd be great because during the treatments is always when it looks the best (the hair follicles that aren't outright killed tend to be wounded for a time after a treatment).
It looks very natural. The hair dispersion is exactly like it was before....there is just less of it after each treatment.
I don't know exactly what you mean by look "natural", it's your hair and it will look like it looked before the laser treatment, only sparser and probably finer.
It takes several treatments for the laser to destroy most of the hair follicles. They usually refer to it as "permanent reduction" because lasers don't do a good job of getting rid of light colored hair - red or blonde or gray. If you have a mixture of those colors - and most people do - then it will get rid of the dark, coarse hairs, which is what most people want anyway.
i started laser hair removal earlier last year, and ended them in may of this year. when you first start you sit down and talk with a counselor, they tell you all the side effects and benefits. on rare cases after treatment the hair can become dramatically worse than it was before(thickness). my experience, i had to stop because i have a hormonal imbalance, therefore my hair will never completely go away, but the hair that does grow back yes does look natural, it is thinner than it was before, im happy with it.
My wife had it done and had around 8 sessions or so and the hair isn't gone, but it is much sparser that it was before. During the year she was having it done it was really sparse to bald. If you could afford to have it done regularly every 6 weeks for the rest of your life (or a large number of years) that'd be great because during the treatments is always when it looks the best (the hair follicles that aren't outright killed tend to be wounded for a time after a treatment).
I would like laser hair removal on my face.
I'm 43, and I've had a bad problem with lip and chin hair for about 8 years now.........and I'm noticing the hair along my cheeks seems a thicker peach fuzz blonde than it used to be.......although the hair on my lip and chin is definitely dark brown.
Anyway, I'm thinking about getting my whole face hair laser removal.....lip, chin, cheeks
I've called a few places, and most say that they would have no problem using the laser on my lip and chin......but they might have problems with the blonde peach fuzz hair on my cheeks and sideburn area.
Also, most places are quoting around $750 for lip and chin, and way over $1000 for all of it.
What do you all think? Also, are there any risks with laser removal?
My wife's aunt is a dermatologist and had this done for free. She never would have had paid for it if it wasnt' for her aunt. But knowing what she knows now, my wife would have paid for it in a SECOND! The results were outstanding and permanent (3 years so far)
It works…it REALLY works. Keep in mind it will take AT LEAST two treatments, maybe even three or four depending on your hair, the area, and thickness.
Also, find a reputable dermatologist. There are very minimal risks involved, but lot of fly by night companies are doing these procedures. The risks are amplified if you go with someone that doesn’t know what they are doing. You can end up with scars and burns if you go with an amateur . You shouldn’t worry about this with a true MD. If it is an MD find out how long they have been doing it.
I don’t know how it works, but the laser only “zaps” dark colors. Non-caucasians (Latinas, blacks, or other dark skinned people) may have to go through more treatments. The laser will have to be turned down as to not burn the darker skin. Some very dark skinned individuals may not be able to have the procedure done.
The $750 - $1000 sounds inline with what you should pay for TOTAL removal…ie multiple sessions. That sounds pretty high for a single session.
Anyway, I'm thinking about getting my whole face hair laser removal.....lip, chin, cheeks
I've called a few places, and most say that they would have no problem using the laser on my lip and chin......but they might have problems with the blonde peach fuzz hair on my cheeks and sideburn area.
Also, most places are quoting around $750 for lip and chin, and way over $1000 for all of it.
What do you all think? Also, are there any risks with laser removal?
My wife's aunt is a dermatologist and had this done for free. She never would have had paid for it if it wasnt' for her aunt. But knowing what she knows now, my wife would have paid for it in a SECOND! The results were outstanding and permanent (3 years so far)
It works…it REALLY works. Keep in mind it will take AT LEAST two treatments, maybe even three or four depending on your hair, the area, and thickness.
Also, find a reputable dermatologist. There are very minimal risks involved, but lot of fly by night companies are doing these procedures. The risks are amplified if you go with someone that doesn’t know what they are doing. You can end up with scars and burns if you go with an amateur . You shouldn’t worry about this with a true MD. If it is an MD find out how long they have been doing it.
I don’t know how it works, but the laser only “zaps” dark colors. Non-caucasians (Latinas, blacks, or other dark skinned people) may have to go through more treatments. The laser will have to be turned down as to not burn the darker skin. Some very dark skinned individuals may not be able to have the procedure done.
The $750 - $1000 sounds inline with what you should pay for TOTAL removal…ie multiple sessions. That sounds pretty high for a single session.
You should expect lots of red splotches and some light to moderate swelling in the treated areas for a few days. So if you have your upper lip done people at work will know you had something done the next day. It look kind of like a fresh waxing times two or three. I don’t think it is anything to be ashamed of. But if you are self-conscious about this you may want to have the procedure done on a Thurs or Friday and take a day or two off of work.It can be a little painful in some places. Not severe, but you will feel a little something.
It's amazing. I would suggest going to your dermatologist and seeing if your insurance will cover it. I've had friends that have had it covered... It works well, after each time, the hair gros back slower, and thinner, until eventually it doesn't grow back. No known risks, except a wee bit of pain...like a rubber band snapping.
PCOS & Laser Hair Removal ... anyone have any experience with the 2?
I’ve had 1 visit of laser hair removal. I have lip, chin & cheek hair. It’s been affecting me for 12 yrs. About 5-7 yrs ago I found it was caused by Polycystic Ovarian Disease. The Dr told me it would be 4-5 monthly visits to get rid of all the dark hairs. I go 2 a dermatology office; there’s only 1 Dr. doing the laser 1 day a month. Therefore she is always booked. So when they scheduled me for my 2nd appt it had to be in Dec cuz she’s booked. My 1st appt was in Oct, 2nd appt in Dec, and 3rd appt is in Feb. Actually I had to reschedule my Dec appt cuz I had the flu. Are these gaps in treatment going to cause me 2 need more than 5 visits to get rid of the hair? Should I switch 2 a Dr that fits me in monthly? Does laser removal really get rid of hair totally or just thin it out? I was told cause I have PCOS I'd need periodic follow up visits since PCOS is producing hair growth hormones. I wonder how often I'll have 2 follow-up & if it’s worth the $225.00 a visit if it’s not gonna work.
I've had laser hair removal on my legs, underarms, and bikini! Trust me it totally works!!! I didn't shave my legs for a month and i barely had hair and the hair i did have was very thin! I'm still going through treatments but i definitely see the results!! Whoever is doing your laser though.. sounds kinda naahh.. I would DEF switch!! It doesn't matter if you don't do it every 6-8 weeks..( I do my legs and underarms like all mixed up in time and ive still def seen results) Either way you will get rid of it but having to wait that long in between treatments is kind of rude!! hope that helps!!
I have PCOS but never did laser hair removal or another type of hair removal method called electrolysis. I ended up not doing it because of the costs. I would recommend trying to find a doctor that can schedule you on a monthly basis. My endocrinologist gave me a medication called Aldactone to help control the excess hair growth. This medication is designed to control the hair growth. I'm also looking at getting a product called Vaniqa to try and help slow the growth of the hair down. I may consider consulting a dermatologist about this to get some samples if still available.
If you have more questions for me or would just like to talk feel free to e-mail or IM me off site any time.
Laser Hair Removal is a permanent thing. It ruins the folicle ofthe hair meaning it cant grow back. Leaving long gaps in between visits might mean it take a while longer to get the full effect but it wouldnt make a drastic difference. If you have been unhappy for 12years then yes it is definitley worth the $225.00.
PCOS is very common and there are so many different types, woman can be slightly hairy or fatter or greasy skinned. So dont feel alone if you deicde not to go through will all the treatments.
I've had laser hair removal on my legs, underarms, and bikini! Trust me it totally works!!! I didn't shave my legs for a month and i barely had hair and the hair i did have was very thin! I'm still going through treatments but i definitely see the results!! Whoever is doing your laser though.. sounds kinda naahh.. I would DEF switch!! It doesn't matter if you don't do it every 6-8 weeks..( I do my legs and underarms like all mixed up in time and ive still def seen results) Either way you will get rid of it but having to wait that long in between treatments is kind of rude!! hope that helps!!
I have PCOS but never did laser hair removal or another type of hair removal method called electrolysis. I ended up not doing it because of the costs. I would recommend trying to find a doctor that can schedule you on a monthly basis. My endocrinologist gave me a medication called Aldactone to help control the excess hair growth. This medication is designed to control the hair growth. I'm also looking at getting a product called Vaniqa to try and help slow the growth of the hair down. I may consider consulting a dermatologist about this to get some samples if still available.
If you have more questions for me or would just like to talk feel free to e-mail or IM me off site any time.
Laser Hair Removal is a permanent thing. It ruins the folicle ofthe hair meaning it cant grow back. Leaving long gaps in between visits might mean it take a while longer to get the full effect but it wouldnt make a drastic difference. If you have been unhappy for 12years then yes it is definitley worth the $225.00.
PCOS is very common and there are so many different types, woman can be slightly hairy or fatter or greasy skinned. So dont feel alone if you deicde not to go through will all the treatments.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
I have dermatographia,is it possible for me to get a tattoo?
i have dermatographia...which means that my skin swells up when someone/thing scratch it...im turning twenty soon and planning to get a small tattoo...just wondering if it is possible for me to get a tattoo...cos even a blunt object can make my skin swell..
Depends on how severe your response is. I would ....
1) Get your dermatologist's opinion first, and follow any recommendation he/she has.
2) If your dermatologist says you're good to go, try to find a tattooist who has worked with other dermatographic clients.
3) Get your tattooist to do a little "test" tattoo on a hidden area of your body. Let this tattoo heal completely (1-3 months) before deciding whether you want to proceed with your original design.
i seriously dont think that that would work. if you swell up too much then the tattoo artist will stop and you will only have a half done tattoo.
Interestingly enough, we had a guy with this that wanted a back piece really badly. He showed us what his skin did when he ran his nail along it. It didn't happen right away, but in very short order we saw how it started to raise up.
Anyway, we did a test area without ink on his back and the response was normal. So Stephen started the tattoo and ended up with a full back piece in three sittings with no ill effects whatsoever.
Depends on how severe your response is. I would ....
1) Get your dermatologist's opinion first, and follow any recommendation he/she has.
2) If your dermatologist says you're good to go, try to find a tattooist who has worked with other dermatographic clients.
3) Get your tattooist to do a little "test" tattoo on a hidden area of your body. Let this tattoo heal completely (1-3 months) before deciding whether you want to proceed with your original design.
i seriously dont think that that would work. if you swell up too much then the tattoo artist will stop and you will only have a half done tattoo.
Interestingly enough, we had a guy with this that wanted a back piece really badly. He showed us what his skin did when he ran his nail along it. It didn't happen right away, but in very short order we saw how it started to raise up.
Anyway, we did a test area without ink on his back and the response was normal. So Stephen started the tattoo and ended up with a full back piece in three sittings with no ill effects whatsoever.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
How do i get rid of this muscle tissue build up from my Industrial Piercing?
I have had this piercing for about a year maybe more now. There was nothing in the beginning, and then i'd say about 7 months ago it started to appear. The man at the tattoo place, not actual guy who pierced it, said that its not normal and i should rub Vitamin E oil into for 30 minutes a day. BUT IT HURTS!! I feel like its just irritating it even more. Does anyone have any other suggestions or things that worked to get rid of it??
First go see another piercer. Find a reputable shop with a piercer that actually know what they're talking about. Ask them if they think your industrial is in a position to heal correctly. If they think it is, and just needs some love and care, then ask for suggestions on cleaning.
Rubbing your piercing for 30 minutes a day is a great way to aggravate it and make the bumps worse.
If your piercing is correctly placed and has jewlery that fits, the best you can do to get bumps to go away is to take good care of your piercing. To do this, clean it regularly. You can clean it with anti-bacterial soap once a day if you choose.
The other method often recommended for cartilage piercings is to perform sea salt soaks. To make a soak mix 1/8-1/4 teaspoon sea salt with 8oz very warm water. Soak a bit of cotton wool in the solution and hold it to your piercing. Since you have an industrial, soak one hole for a few minutes and then move to the other. As the cotton cools, throw it away and get a fresh piece with warm solution. The idea is to help your ear clean itself with a warm compress.
You can put vitamin e on your piercing after its been cleaned, but don't rub it like crazy. Rub it in gently and leave the piercing alone until the next cleaning. While you are trying to get your piercing to heal you will need to avoid snagging it on things, rubbing it, playing with it, or sleeping on it (if sleeping on it is uncomfortable).
Have your piercing checked out to make sure it's fitted well, and then be stubborn about taking care of it until it heals.
I had a similar piercing and the tissue didn't go away until i finally decided to take the piercing out. It hurt like hell, but now you can't really tell that there was build up at all. I wouldn't suggest taking the piercing out until you are absolutely sure there is no other way to help it, though!
First go see another piercer. Find a reputable shop with a piercer that actually know what they're talking about. Ask them if they think your industrial is in a position to heal correctly. If they think it is, and just needs some love and care, then ask for suggestions on cleaning.
Rubbing your piercing for 30 minutes a day is a great way to aggravate it and make the bumps worse.
If your piercing is correctly placed and has jewlery that fits, the best you can do to get bumps to go away is to take good care of your piercing. To do this, clean it regularly. You can clean it with anti-bacterial soap once a day if you choose.
The other method often recommended for cartilage piercings is to perform sea salt soaks. To make a soak mix 1/8-1/4 teaspoon sea salt with 8oz very warm water. Soak a bit of cotton wool in the solution and hold it to your piercing. Since you have an industrial, soak one hole for a few minutes and then move to the other. As the cotton cools, throw it away and get a fresh piece with warm solution. The idea is to help your ear clean itself with a warm compress.
You can put vitamin e on your piercing after its been cleaned, but don't rub it like crazy. Rub it in gently and leave the piercing alone until the next cleaning. While you are trying to get your piercing to heal you will need to avoid snagging it on things, rubbing it, playing with it, or sleeping on it (if sleeping on it is uncomfortable).
Have your piercing checked out to make sure it's fitted well, and then be stubborn about taking care of it until it heals.
I had a similar piercing and the tissue didn't go away until i finally decided to take the piercing out. It hurt like hell, but now you can't really tell that there was build up at all. I wouldn't suggest taking the piercing out until you are absolutely sure there is no other way to help it, though!
DIY tattoo removal?
ok, I went to a party, got drunk and woke up with a stupid little tattoo on my arm. I really want to get rid of it, but I am a broke student. The idiot who did it says it is a home-made tattoo, done with india ink and a needle. I read that if I tattoo over it with a salt water solution, it will disapear.
Does anyone know some cheap methods of tattoo removal that I can do on my own? I am a college student and $50 is too expensive (reeeealy broke!).
In prison, i knew people who removed their ink with irons, or heated bits of steel. i would not recommend it. Go and have it removed properly.
How irresponsible of those giving the tattoo to begin with. That is very dangerous.
It would also be dangerous for you to do this on your own. It will cost you FAR more if you cause an infection. You need to see a pro.
If it isn't too old yet (i.e.: a day old or something) put a lot of salt and shampoo in a tub full of really hot water and soak it a lot while rubbing it. Make sure the water is always really hot to soften up your skin. It can faint the tattoo or if you're lucky and the ink wasn't put too deep under your skin it can make it so light that it is unnoticeable. But this is nowhere near to certain as everyone's body is different. Otherwise, when you get hold of some money, you can always get a reputable professional to tattoo a good design over it (cover-up).
Maybe that will teach you not to go to parties and drink, and actually focus on your school work so that you can someday become successful.
Your best bet would be either to get the actual removal done, or wait until the tattoo fades out, which could be another good 50 years.
Does anyone know some cheap methods of tattoo removal that I can do on my own? I am a college student and $50 is too expensive (reeeealy broke!).
In prison, i knew people who removed their ink with irons, or heated bits of steel. i would not recommend it. Go and have it removed properly.
How irresponsible of those giving the tattoo to begin with. That is very dangerous.
It would also be dangerous for you to do this on your own. It will cost you FAR more if you cause an infection. You need to see a pro.
If it isn't too old yet (i.e.: a day old or something) put a lot of salt and shampoo in a tub full of really hot water and soak it a lot while rubbing it. Make sure the water is always really hot to soften up your skin. It can faint the tattoo or if you're lucky and the ink wasn't put too deep under your skin it can make it so light that it is unnoticeable. But this is nowhere near to certain as everyone's body is different. Otherwise, when you get hold of some money, you can always get a reputable professional to tattoo a good design over it (cover-up).
Maybe that will teach you not to go to parties and drink, and actually focus on your school work so that you can someday become successful.
Your best bet would be either to get the actual removal done, or wait until the tattoo fades out, which could be another good 50 years.
How can I make a tattoo permanant (or atleast until I want to get rid of it)?
Im 13 and I really want to get a tattoo but im not allowed. A girl I know told me that I can rub my arm with alcohol, then draw something with permanent marker, and go over it with clear nail polish but I didnt know if it works. Has anyone ever tried it? I wanted to know how it works before I do it. I know im too young to be worrying about a tattoo, yea, yea, yea iv heard it all before! I want serious answers not, your too young just go play with your barbies or something stupid like that!
I know what you mean! I thought getting a tattoo at 15 would be cool. I let a guy use indian ink and a needle on me. He made this cute little cross and I felt pretty cool. Now I am 36 years old and have been embarrassed by the stupid tattoo for 21 years now. I hate it and wish I would never have been so dumb. Not that I am saying that you are dumb at all. Everyone has them and they seem so cool. My suggestion to you is to please wait until you can get one that is professional and looks cool forever! I have several now and next month am getting rid of the stupid cross on my chest because I did not want to wait to get a real one! I wish you the best and really hope you dont get anything that you will regret when you are my age. Truthfully I have a daughter your age who is dieing to get one. She covers herself with the temp ones and that keeps her satisfied for now.
Honestly, if you want one that bad, then just wait, drawing on yourself will probably just end up looking stupid. Wait, the day will come soon enough. Or just buy a bunch of the same stick on ones from the drugstore.
don't put marker on your skin...it's poisonous.(thats why they tell you not to get it on your skin..) and don't put nail polish on your skin, it will dry it out and maybe give you a rash...
why not try a henna tattoo? Henna is a paste you can put on you skin and it stains the skin for up to about 2 weeks, I belive. It comes in a tube for easy application and you let it dry on your skin then wash it off.
I know what you mean! I thought getting a tattoo at 15 would be cool. I let a guy use indian ink and a needle on me. He made this cute little cross and I felt pretty cool. Now I am 36 years old and have been embarrassed by the stupid tattoo for 21 years now. I hate it and wish I would never have been so dumb. Not that I am saying that you are dumb at all. Everyone has them and they seem so cool. My suggestion to you is to please wait until you can get one that is professional and looks cool forever! I have several now and next month am getting rid of the stupid cross on my chest because I did not want to wait to get a real one! I wish you the best and really hope you dont get anything that you will regret when you are my age. Truthfully I have a daughter your age who is dieing to get one. She covers herself with the temp ones and that keeps her satisfied for now.
Honestly, if you want one that bad, then just wait, drawing on yourself will probably just end up looking stupid. Wait, the day will come soon enough. Or just buy a bunch of the same stick on ones from the drugstore.
don't put marker on your skin...it's poisonous.(thats why they tell you not to get it on your skin..) and don't put nail polish on your skin, it will dry it out and maybe give you a rash...
why not try a henna tattoo? Henna is a paste you can put on you skin and it stains the skin for up to about 2 weeks, I belive. It comes in a tube for easy application and you let it dry on your skin then wash it off.
What is the best way to get rid of a tattoo?
i have a tattoo on my shoulder blade of a tiger, its mostly orange in colour and i hate it. does anybody know anything about laser or removal cream and can people who have actually done this or seen these treatments please answer! i def do not want to cover it up with somethin else, i jus want it gone!
The best way to get rid of a tattoo is to never have gotten it.
Tattoos are annoying, blue collar and THE stupidest fad I have seen in my life. Go ahead, advertise to everyone that you can't think for yourself and got a tattoo. Big deal, so you let some idiot scribble on you.
I have seen laser removal and all I know is that it is very very painful.
But, it is your body and if you don't want to live with it anymore, then you don't have to. So, talk to someone that removes tattoos!
The best thing to do is laser surgery....It's the fastest but most expensive too. The process is actually long too, you need to have sessions done.
lazers are expensive as hell. If the ink isn't too deep, you could do it yourself with the improper materials... Get the freezy wart removers and freeze the skin area, and then sand it down. If you see some of it come off, and you start to see the skin is coming off badly, stop, and start again after it heals.
Oh, and for the lazer, you can get it for free if it's a gang sign. so go get a tattoo extention with a gang insignia in it, and have the whole thing removed for free.
laser removal is probably the way to go, but depending on how big it is and what colors were used it will prbably take a lot of sessions to get rid of it....im assuming it is black, orange and maybe white......black goes first then eventially the orange, but from what i hear if there is white, white is very hard to get rid of...plus possible scarring....not to mention cost....if its a big tiger it may not be that worth getting rid of.
to bad your letter can't be posted on the door of every "tattoo" parlor...
They can be removed the same way they were put on. Laser - very slow and same amount of pain as before. Usually the ink can be extracted in about the same amount of time...but sometimes takes 2 or 3 times..depending on if it's an outline or a full color job! good luck and congratulations on discovering that your body is way to pretty to decorate with tigers.
It all depends on the size of the tattoo and if it's colored or black and gray. If you aren't a person who likes pain don't do laser removal because, you would have to go to more than one session and it's more painful than getting a tattoo, and if it's colored than they have to have a couple of sessions for the black out line, and a couple for the colors and each color has it's own sessions, reds first, than blues and greens, so your other choice is to get a cover up tattoo, or keep the original tattoo. hope that helped.
I think all of the ignorant people who posted answers to this question saying "you should've never gotten it" need to grow up. Why sit here and tell this person what they should've done? She can't take it back, so don't sit there and act like you're high and mighty by not having tattoos. People make mistakes, that is why they came up with laser removal.
Check out different specialists who do offer that procedure and choose the best one and the one that makes you feel most comfortable. I've heard it's really painful, but I also know some doctors offer an anesthetic shot or cream to you before having it done. That way you won't feel the pain.
The best way to get rid of a tattoo is to never have gotten it.
Tattoos are annoying, blue collar and THE stupidest fad I have seen in my life. Go ahead, advertise to everyone that you can't think for yourself and got a tattoo. Big deal, so you let some idiot scribble on you.
I have seen laser removal and all I know is that it is very very painful.
But, it is your body and if you don't want to live with it anymore, then you don't have to. So, talk to someone that removes tattoos!
The best thing to do is laser surgery....It's the fastest but most expensive too. The process is actually long too, you need to have sessions done.
lazers are expensive as hell. If the ink isn't too deep, you could do it yourself with the improper materials... Get the freezy wart removers and freeze the skin area, and then sand it down. If you see some of it come off, and you start to see the skin is coming off badly, stop, and start again after it heals.
Oh, and for the lazer, you can get it for free if it's a gang sign. so go get a tattoo extention with a gang insignia in it, and have the whole thing removed for free.
laser removal is probably the way to go, but depending on how big it is and what colors were used it will prbably take a lot of sessions to get rid of it....im assuming it is black, orange and maybe white......black goes first then eventially the orange, but from what i hear if there is white, white is very hard to get rid of...plus possible scarring....not to mention cost....if its a big tiger it may not be that worth getting rid of.
to bad your letter can't be posted on the door of every "tattoo" parlor...
They can be removed the same way they were put on. Laser - very slow and same amount of pain as before. Usually the ink can be extracted in about the same amount of time...but sometimes takes 2 or 3 times..depending on if it's an outline or a full color job! good luck and congratulations on discovering that your body is way to pretty to decorate with tigers.
It all depends on the size of the tattoo and if it's colored or black and gray. If you aren't a person who likes pain don't do laser removal because, you would have to go to more than one session and it's more painful than getting a tattoo, and if it's colored than they have to have a couple of sessions for the black out line, and a couple for the colors and each color has it's own sessions, reds first, than blues and greens, so your other choice is to get a cover up tattoo, or keep the original tattoo. hope that helped.
I think all of the ignorant people who posted answers to this question saying "you should've never gotten it" need to grow up. Why sit here and tell this person what they should've done? She can't take it back, so don't sit there and act like you're high and mighty by not having tattoos. People make mistakes, that is why they came up with laser removal.
Check out different specialists who do offer that procedure and choose the best one and the one that makes you feel most comfortable. I've heard it's really painful, but I also know some doctors offer an anesthetic shot or cream to you before having it done. That way you won't feel the pain.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Anyone have a tattoo laser removal procedure?
Well I just got a tattoo a while ago on my wrist and am not pleased with the results, ( I have several others that I am happy with) so i am going to laser it off probably. I know I should have listened to my mom and waited and not been so impatient!
Has anyone had one removed? was the scar bad? was the after treatments very painful during the healing process?
i dont mind the scar (even though it will be on my wrist) but was it worth it to you?
or is the scar nasty?
or if you know anyone who had this done, please help!!! I already made one mistake by getting the tattoo, i dont want another mistake :(
Yes, I got it done because of an allergic reaction to the red ink, so my insurance did help pay for it. My doctor said that removing it by laser would feel just like getting a tattoo, well not for me it hurt a little more than that, so they gave me a shot around the tattoo. My scar is barely noticeable, my doctor did a great job in removing mine. I had red, green, yellow, and black ink. Maybe you can get it covered with another tattoo, whatever your choice good luck.
removing a tattoo is not as simple as getting one. The pain is much higher especially in the area you mentioned. Having a scar on your wrist surely will get you some wide eyes. I'd recomment having it redone by a different artist. This would be much cheaper and involve less pain for you.
What are your personal results of laser tattoo removal?
I have a tattoo on the underside of my wrist. I have had it lasered 3 times. The results have been good - It is multicolored with black, neon green, neon purple, and neon pink. It was a cover-up for another tattoo. The black ink is nearly gone, except for the original tattoo and the brightness of the other colors is gone as well. However, there is some scarring. I am about to schedule my 4th appointment. I just wanted to hear the results of others who have had their tattoo lasered and if there was any scarring?
When getting a tattoo removal, you are getting layers of skin removed. If you do not scar, that will be rare. Even though you may have 'removed' the pigment in your skin, you will usually be left with discolorations on your skin, or a scar.
Has anyone had one removed? was the scar bad? was the after treatments very painful during the healing process?
i dont mind the scar (even though it will be on my wrist) but was it worth it to you?
or is the scar nasty?
or if you know anyone who had this done, please help!!! I already made one mistake by getting the tattoo, i dont want another mistake :(
Yes, I got it done because of an allergic reaction to the red ink, so my insurance did help pay for it. My doctor said that removing it by laser would feel just like getting a tattoo, well not for me it hurt a little more than that, so they gave me a shot around the tattoo. My scar is barely noticeable, my doctor did a great job in removing mine. I had red, green, yellow, and black ink. Maybe you can get it covered with another tattoo, whatever your choice good luck.
removing a tattoo is not as simple as getting one. The pain is much higher especially in the area you mentioned. Having a scar on your wrist surely will get you some wide eyes. I'd recomment having it redone by a different artist. This would be much cheaper and involve less pain for you.
What are your personal results of laser tattoo removal?
I have a tattoo on the underside of my wrist. I have had it lasered 3 times. The results have been good - It is multicolored with black, neon green, neon purple, and neon pink. It was a cover-up for another tattoo. The black ink is nearly gone, except for the original tattoo and the brightness of the other colors is gone as well. However, there is some scarring. I am about to schedule my 4th appointment. I just wanted to hear the results of others who have had their tattoo lasered and if there was any scarring?
When getting a tattoo removal, you are getting layers of skin removed. If you do not scar, that will be rare. Even though you may have 'removed' the pigment in your skin, you will usually be left with discolorations on your skin, or a scar.
Anyone start laser tattoo removal and QUIT?
I had one session....and the pain was more than I can describe...I decided it just is not worth it...and the Dr. told me she used a low setting.... the area was tender for 2 days and it is pretty much back to normal. no scabs or discoloration or anything. the Doctor straight up told me that this is a long long process....she said that minimum would be 10 treatments....and she has had patients needing up to 15 treatments.....I just decided that is just isn't worth it...I have .... I'd rathere have a tattoo than an ugly scar....and an empty wallet...Anybody ever been in this predicament??
That's why you get one you're not going to want removed and do not make it one that might be changed (like someone's name)
My husband has been through this. He had a lot of random tattoos on his arm as a kid. He had a bunch of laser treatments done years ago - but they were never finished. They are only half done so there are lots of weird splotches of color over his arms. I'm fine with it, but it really bothers him a lot. So he's planning on getting another set of treatments this winter.
I did. One treatment (father's orders) and then stopped (when he realized that what he was holding over me would be gone before the treatments were up)
The tattoo is now imperfect and a bit upsetting but better than that horrible pain of the removal process. Mine was basically an open sore for a week, impossible to sleep or do just about anything with it on my back.
It's so not worth the pain and cost. And is why anyone should really think before getting a tattoo. Removal is a horrible process, worse than getting a tattoo by far.
some people have to go for a year or two, depending on a size, unless its something that u absolutly againts off dont bother its a waste of money wait few years they will come out with something more effective. or if you still like tattoos get it covered by a better one. i have a huge one on my back that i am unhappy with but will never go for the removal
I stopped because the doctor tripled his price but found an alternative. I am using the skinn peal self tatoo removing stuff. I got it from inkbusters.com and have done two treatments so far and it apprears to be working.
That's one reason why I have never gotten a tattoo. I thought to myself"what if later on I change my mind"? I have had several people tell me that they regret getting their tattoos & that the laser removal was far more painful.
That's why you get one you're not going to want removed and do not make it one that might be changed (like someone's name)
My husband has been through this. He had a lot of random tattoos on his arm as a kid. He had a bunch of laser treatments done years ago - but they were never finished. They are only half done so there are lots of weird splotches of color over his arms. I'm fine with it, but it really bothers him a lot. So he's planning on getting another set of treatments this winter.
I did. One treatment (father's orders) and then stopped (when he realized that what he was holding over me would be gone before the treatments were up)
The tattoo is now imperfect and a bit upsetting but better than that horrible pain of the removal process. Mine was basically an open sore for a week, impossible to sleep or do just about anything with it on my back.
It's so not worth the pain and cost. And is why anyone should really think before getting a tattoo. Removal is a horrible process, worse than getting a tattoo by far.
some people have to go for a year or two, depending on a size, unless its something that u absolutly againts off dont bother its a waste of money wait few years they will come out with something more effective. or if you still like tattoos get it covered by a better one. i have a huge one on my back that i am unhappy with but will never go for the removal
I stopped because the doctor tripled his price but found an alternative. I am using the skinn peal self tatoo removing stuff. I got it from inkbusters.com and have done two treatments so far and it apprears to be working.
That's one reason why I have never gotten a tattoo. I thought to myself"what if later on I change my mind"? I have had several people tell me that they regret getting their tattoos & that the laser removal was far more painful.
How does laser tattoo removal affect the area around it?
Is it possible to remove part of a tattoo while still keeping another part intact?
I have a 4" tattoo on my arm and am in the process of making a few consultations to get the bottom portion of it removed (lower half was poorly done by a different artist than the top half) - will they be able to isolate a specific area to be removed without ruining the top?
If you are going to have the lasered area tattooed again, you should have no problems. There can be some minor surrounding changes but they will know how to isolate the area to be lasered.
Absolutely. Because lasers are extremely accurate, you'll have no problem removing one area without affecting another.
Are you able to cover-up the tattoo at all? Like, have another artist re-work it? It will be much less expensive and painful. Just a thought!
I bet they can remove only the portion you don't want.Hey!Did you know they have a new kind of tattoo ink that can be de-activated simply by hitting it with a special light?Will make changing your mind about a tattoo much easier!Good luck
I have a 4" tattoo on my arm and am in the process of making a few consultations to get the bottom portion of it removed (lower half was poorly done by a different artist than the top half) - will they be able to isolate a specific area to be removed without ruining the top?
If you are going to have the lasered area tattooed again, you should have no problems. There can be some minor surrounding changes but they will know how to isolate the area to be lasered.
Absolutely. Because lasers are extremely accurate, you'll have no problem removing one area without affecting another.
Are you able to cover-up the tattoo at all? Like, have another artist re-work it? It will be much less expensive and painful. Just a thought!
I bet they can remove only the portion you don't want.Hey!Did you know they have a new kind of tattoo ink that can be de-activated simply by hitting it with a special light?Will make changing your mind about a tattoo much easier!Good luck
Is laser tattoo removal safe for my tattooed eyelids? Does it damage the skin and weaken my eyesight?
No, you can't get it lasered off, the laser will blind you. And it will blister the hell out of your eyelids.
* I can tell you this because I had a tattoo on my ankle removed & the thing swelled up twice it's normal size & then peeled, cracked & blistered... scabs came off of it... and I had to have it done about 10 times to get the whole thing removed.
I also do low level laser treatment now in my office for pain (this is a different laser-- less intense than one for removing tattoos) and even THAT one can't be anywhere near the eyes or it will blind you.... so I can't imagine what one that takes off a tattoo will do... they are much stronger.
im just surprized right now that u even have tatooes on ur eyelids. dont be scared...if u got tatooes on your eyelids, i dont think your eyes will be any diffrent when u get laser.
I'm not sure if those lasers are ment to be near the eyes. You should call a place that does laser removal and ask them about the pros and cons of having it done to your eyes. If you have like a pattern or something on them and you can't get it removed you could always think about permanant makeup. They tattoo on things like blush, lipstick, eyeliner, eyebrows and what not.
* I can tell you this because I had a tattoo on my ankle removed & the thing swelled up twice it's normal size & then peeled, cracked & blistered... scabs came off of it... and I had to have it done about 10 times to get the whole thing removed.
I also do low level laser treatment now in my office for pain (this is a different laser-- less intense than one for removing tattoos) and even THAT one can't be anywhere near the eyes or it will blind you.... so I can't imagine what one that takes off a tattoo will do... they are much stronger.
im just surprized right now that u even have tatooes on ur eyelids. dont be scared...if u got tatooes on your eyelids, i dont think your eyes will be any diffrent when u get laser.
I'm not sure if those lasers are ment to be near the eyes. You should call a place that does laser removal and ask them about the pros and cons of having it done to your eyes. If you have like a pattern or something on them and you can't get it removed you could always think about permanant makeup. They tattoo on things like blush, lipstick, eyeliner, eyebrows and what not.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Why is laser tattoo removal so expensive?
I mean, surely it would benefit certain members of society to have theit tattoos removed, say if someone has tattoos on his hands or face and is finding it hard to gain employment as a result. But the prices seem to run into thousands of pounds, even to remove a small one, making it impossible for most people to get their tattoos removed. Why is laser surgery so expensive?
The level of technology is high, all the equipments are expensive thus running on high bill when laser surgery is done. Moreover, the doctor have to make sure that the skin doesn't get inflammation from the removal process and that the skin is not too burnt. Things have to be taken into preparation. Anyway, most surgeries these days are like way expensive too right?
If one is STUPID enough to get Tattoos and pay for them then the customer must be STUPID enough and DESPERATE enough to PAY ANYTHING to have them removed.
Many Organizations will not even hire a person who exhibits TATTOOS!
(I thin that they think it is a sign of a LOW CLASS CITIZEN!)
You have to know whats done to answer the question.a laser only erases a very SMALL spot with each zap.about the size of a period on this page. so it takesmany many zaps to erase it all. This takes timeand has to be done by someone experianced which isn't free..
if theyre getting paid 15 dollars an hour and it takes 20 hours of zapping to remove the tattoo it all adds up....
it's just like marriage ....it's cheep to get into, but, at least DOUBLE to get rid of them!!!
i think when you go for a tattoo you have to think its for life not for five min wonder and the price to get them removed should be took into consideration when having one
because lasers, especially surgical lasers are VERY expensive equipment, not only to buy in the first place, but also to run and maintain... and removing tattoos with it takes a lot of time, compared to eye surgery, or neural surgery for example...
I have been considering starting a tattoo removal business here in the US. There are several reasons why it is so expensive.
1) The equipment itself is fairly pricey.
2) Liability insurance is ridiculously high.
3) Professional office space and staff is very expensive.
4) While it is not required, in order to be accepted as a professional one should be a board certified dermatologist and medical school isn't cheap nor is it easy.
5) You don't just go into an office and have them zap off a ta too. Removal takes several sessions and a fair amount of expertise as different dyes require different techniques. There is a risk of infection, not to mention significant pain. Knowing how to avoid this is worth paying for.
The level of technology is high, all the equipments are expensive thus running on high bill when laser surgery is done. Moreover, the doctor have to make sure that the skin doesn't get inflammation from the removal process and that the skin is not too burnt. Things have to be taken into preparation. Anyway, most surgeries these days are like way expensive too right?
If one is STUPID enough to get Tattoos and pay for them then the customer must be STUPID enough and DESPERATE enough to PAY ANYTHING to have them removed.
Many Organizations will not even hire a person who exhibits TATTOOS!
(I thin that they think it is a sign of a LOW CLASS CITIZEN!)
You have to know whats done to answer the question.a laser only erases a very SMALL spot with each zap.about the size of a period on this page. so it takesmany many zaps to erase it all. This takes timeand has to be done by someone experianced which isn't free..
if theyre getting paid 15 dollars an hour and it takes 20 hours of zapping to remove the tattoo it all adds up....
it's just like marriage ....it's cheep to get into, but, at least DOUBLE to get rid of them!!!
i think when you go for a tattoo you have to think its for life not for five min wonder and the price to get them removed should be took into consideration when having one
because lasers, especially surgical lasers are VERY expensive equipment, not only to buy in the first place, but also to run and maintain... and removing tattoos with it takes a lot of time, compared to eye surgery, or neural surgery for example...
I have been considering starting a tattoo removal business here in the US. There are several reasons why it is so expensive.
1) The equipment itself is fairly pricey.
2) Liability insurance is ridiculously high.
3) Professional office space and staff is very expensive.
4) While it is not required, in order to be accepted as a professional one should be a board certified dermatologist and medical school isn't cheap nor is it easy.
5) You don't just go into an office and have them zap off a ta too. Removal takes several sessions and a fair amount of expertise as different dyes require different techniques. There is a risk of infection, not to mention significant pain. Knowing how to avoid this is worth paying for.
Does Laser tattoo removal hurt badly?
I'm going for my consult tomorrow. Even though my doctor will answer some questions, I wanted some advice/info from people who have actually had it done.
I've heard mixed things about it...
My tattoo is roughly 5 inches in height and 4 inches wide, across my lower back. It is all black. Some of it has already faded after having a few tatgoneink sessions and a few at-home chemical peels. I'm wanting laser surgery to hopefully remove the rest of it quickly.
My questions are:
1) Does it hurt badly?
2) If so, was this with or without numbing creams/injections?
3) And are numbing creams worth investing in or is the pain all the same?
4) My skin is EXTREMELY pale. I've never tanned, it is transparent white... are my chances of not scarring/discoloration better?
5) How long did it take for anyone with an all black tattoo to be removed?
I hope that this helps:
I have had laser removal of a tattoo. I do not actually know which kind of laser it was, but it was at a plastic surgeon's office. (I have also had laser hair removal, it is a different kind than those used to remove tattoos.)
Anyways; here's what happened with me:1.) Yes, it hurts, far worse than getting tattooed. I am no wuss, I have had at least 40 hours of tattooing done. One piece took 25 hours to complete, of course, it was not done all at once.
2.) Yes, Emla was applied 1 hour before the laser, and then just before the procedure, they used an ice-roller to cool the skin.
3.) Yes, the numbing creams are worth it. I went in for one treatment that I did not leave the cream on for long enough, and it was way worse.
4.) I am a Geman from Wisconsin, so I am very pale as well.
5.) My tattoo was a solid black scorpio symbol, 2 1/2 inches high by 2 inches wide (approximately). I went in for 4 treatments, and it did not get completeley removed. It ended up being still very visible, and we ended up covering it with another tattoo.
6.) I know that you did not have a number six, but here is my 2 cents worth: Yes, it will be ver painful, use the numbing cream, and expect it to take a while to heal (2 weeks). The first few days after, the area will be very sore and reddened, you will not even want to put pressure on it. It will feel like one of the worst burns that you got in your life. Take care of it to keep it from getting infected afterwards.
i work in a piercing studio in australia and one side of our business is laser tattoo removal. i am not the operator of the machine, but i talk to people all day about them.
firstly, the best machine to use is a Q-Yag laser. this is fast and effective and the best colour to get rid of is black, so your in luck. the only ink that cant be removed by any machine is an iron oxide based ink. this is mostly used in older red inks, but sometimes in black. the only way to know if its in your ink is to have a test patch done on your tattoo.
the process works better and quicker on older, faded tattoos. about 3-5 treatments i think would be nessacary. lasers will remove a tattoo completely but you may have to go for extra treatments to get rid of the shadow on the skin.(especially for very light skinned people) you should leave 6 weeks between any treatments to let the skin heal.
numbing creams are definately worth it. emla is the best and you should put it on an 1 1/2 hours beforehand. the shots with the laser feel like a rubber band being snapped on your skin and there is a burning sensation afterwards, so its a good idea, if they dont supply a cold compress, supply your own.
lasers only hit the pigment, so pale skin isnt a problem. lasers make the patch of skin kind of like albino skin until it has healed, so you will experience blistering and bad sunburn if you expose it to sunlight for too long. pale skined people actually respond better with more effective healing than people with deep tans.
1) It hurts! But it all depends on your tolerance for pain. All I can say is that it really does hurt more than getting a tattoo. It reminds me of getting popped with hot oil over and over again.
2)I never wanted to take or put anything on it. Its bearable.
3)I would say don't bother. If you want, take some pain relievers a half hour before, but I don't know how effective it'll be.
4)I think discoloration may be noticable, but hey, its better than having the tattoo.
5)I had a small tattoo on my ankle, which wasn't even that dark, but it took me about a year+, and its still there cuz I didn't continue my treatments. But, it probably wasn't as effective as a private doctor's office because I was receiving free treatments from a government funded program (I think the laser machine was outdated or something)
I've heard mixed things about it...
My tattoo is roughly 5 inches in height and 4 inches wide, across my lower back. It is all black. Some of it has already faded after having a few tatgoneink sessions and a few at-home chemical peels. I'm wanting laser surgery to hopefully remove the rest of it quickly.
My questions are:
1) Does it hurt badly?
2) If so, was this with or without numbing creams/injections?
3) And are numbing creams worth investing in or is the pain all the same?
4) My skin is EXTREMELY pale. I've never tanned, it is transparent white... are my chances of not scarring/discoloration better?
5) How long did it take for anyone with an all black tattoo to be removed?
I hope that this helps:
I have had laser removal of a tattoo. I do not actually know which kind of laser it was, but it was at a plastic surgeon's office. (I have also had laser hair removal, it is a different kind than those used to remove tattoos.)
Anyways; here's what happened with me:1.) Yes, it hurts, far worse than getting tattooed. I am no wuss, I have had at least 40 hours of tattooing done. One piece took 25 hours to complete, of course, it was not done all at once.
2.) Yes, Emla was applied 1 hour before the laser, and then just before the procedure, they used an ice-roller to cool the skin.
3.) Yes, the numbing creams are worth it. I went in for one treatment that I did not leave the cream on for long enough, and it was way worse.
4.) I am a Geman from Wisconsin, so I am very pale as well.
5.) My tattoo was a solid black scorpio symbol, 2 1/2 inches high by 2 inches wide (approximately). I went in for 4 treatments, and it did not get completeley removed. It ended up being still very visible, and we ended up covering it with another tattoo.
6.) I know that you did not have a number six, but here is my 2 cents worth: Yes, it will be ver painful, use the numbing cream, and expect it to take a while to heal (2 weeks). The first few days after, the area will be very sore and reddened, you will not even want to put pressure on it. It will feel like one of the worst burns that you got in your life. Take care of it to keep it from getting infected afterwards.
i work in a piercing studio in australia and one side of our business is laser tattoo removal. i am not the operator of the machine, but i talk to people all day about them.
firstly, the best machine to use is a Q-Yag laser. this is fast and effective and the best colour to get rid of is black, so your in luck. the only ink that cant be removed by any machine is an iron oxide based ink. this is mostly used in older red inks, but sometimes in black. the only way to know if its in your ink is to have a test patch done on your tattoo.
the process works better and quicker on older, faded tattoos. about 3-5 treatments i think would be nessacary. lasers will remove a tattoo completely but you may have to go for extra treatments to get rid of the shadow on the skin.(especially for very light skinned people) you should leave 6 weeks between any treatments to let the skin heal.
numbing creams are definately worth it. emla is the best and you should put it on an 1 1/2 hours beforehand. the shots with the laser feel like a rubber band being snapped on your skin and there is a burning sensation afterwards, so its a good idea, if they dont supply a cold compress, supply your own.
lasers only hit the pigment, so pale skin isnt a problem. lasers make the patch of skin kind of like albino skin until it has healed, so you will experience blistering and bad sunburn if you expose it to sunlight for too long. pale skined people actually respond better with more effective healing than people with deep tans.
1) It hurts! But it all depends on your tolerance for pain. All I can say is that it really does hurt more than getting a tattoo. It reminds me of getting popped with hot oil over and over again.
2)I never wanted to take or put anything on it. Its bearable.
3)I would say don't bother. If you want, take some pain relievers a half hour before, but I don't know how effective it'll be.
4)I think discoloration may be noticable, but hey, its better than having the tattoo.
5)I had a small tattoo on my ankle, which wasn't even that dark, but it took me about a year+, and its still there cuz I didn't continue my treatments. But, it probably wasn't as effective as a private doctor's office because I was receiving free treatments from a government funded program (I think the laser machine was outdated or something)
Has anyone had laser tattoo removal on a multi-colored tattoo?
I'm interested in having my tattoo removed. How many sessions does it really take in order for complete removal. Do you really need 8-12 sessions to see results?
well im interested in the same thing and ive been reading similar topics and i havent heard anything positive about laser removal yet.. we are in the same boat and i dont think im going to do it.. although i hate hate hate my tattoo i would rather live with it than live with ugly scars and be broke...
your going to be suckered into one of the biggest scams in history huh? Best case scenerio: you spend thousands of dollars and the end result is a non colored tattoo. the lines will still be there..now you just lost the color...
You will have to pay, on average, $100 each session, and depending on the tat, you will have to go back for several sessions.......plus for some reason green will not come out.I will hurt much, much, more that a tattoo....and you will endup with an ugly scar in the shape of the tat.ever think about covering it with another tat?
well im interested in the same thing and ive been reading similar topics and i havent heard anything positive about laser removal yet.. we are in the same boat and i dont think im going to do it.. although i hate hate hate my tattoo i would rather live with it than live with ugly scars and be broke...
your going to be suckered into one of the biggest scams in history huh? Best case scenerio: you spend thousands of dollars and the end result is a non colored tattoo. the lines will still be there..now you just lost the color...
You will have to pay, on average, $100 each session, and depending on the tat, you will have to go back for several sessions.......plus for some reason green will not come out.I will hurt much, much, more that a tattoo....and you will endup with an ugly scar in the shape of the tat.ever think about covering it with another tat?
Does laser tattoo removal realy work?
I am thinking of geting a tattoo removed so I want to know if someone has had it done or knows someone who did and the out come of the removal
YEs my husband had a whole sleeve removed..lots of black line work all gone!! took a few sessions but It works..And it DOES NOT leave a burn mark his skin id just the same as it was before the tattoo..AND his was only 25 bux per square inch..not that expensive if your want it gone!!
Yes but it hurts and is very expensive. The darker the pigment the more treatments needed. It can leave a bit of scaring but that is much less noticable then the tatoo.
Yes.
I'm getting a tattoo removed now.
Its sorta kinda, not really painful.
The darker the tattoo the longer it takes.
Laser tatoo removal can be effective with repeated treatments but carries the risk of scarring and is very expensive. I would suggest a TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid) chemical peel. You can buy the TCA peel for a very reasonable price and do it yourself which will save you money. If your not comfortable doing it yourself you can find a licensed esthetician to do it which will still be cheaper than seeing a dermatologist. A chemical peel will take repeated applications to completely remove the tatoo and will clear up any wrinkles, acne, or old scars as well. If you want to try a chemical peel that is less potent than TCA try Salicylic Acid or Glycolic Acid first.
YEs my husband had a whole sleeve removed..lots of black line work all gone!! took a few sessions but It works..And it DOES NOT leave a burn mark his skin id just the same as it was before the tattoo..AND his was only 25 bux per square inch..not that expensive if your want it gone!!
Yes but it hurts and is very expensive. The darker the pigment the more treatments needed. It can leave a bit of scaring but that is much less noticable then the tatoo.
Yes.
I'm getting a tattoo removed now.
Its sorta kinda, not really painful.
The darker the tattoo the longer it takes.
Laser tatoo removal can be effective with repeated treatments but carries the risk of scarring and is very expensive. I would suggest a TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid) chemical peel. You can buy the TCA peel for a very reasonable price and do it yourself which will save you money. If your not comfortable doing it yourself you can find a licensed esthetician to do it which will still be cheaper than seeing a dermatologist. A chemical peel will take repeated applications to completely remove the tatoo and will clear up any wrinkles, acne, or old scars as well. If you want to try a chemical peel that is less potent than TCA try Salicylic Acid or Glycolic Acid first.
Laser Tattoo removal and fading creams at the same time.
I've had roughly 5 laser treatments for my tattoo. It is fading, but I'm curious as to whether putting a skin lightening cream in conjunction with my treatments will help fade it faster? This would be of course just to spare myself added surgery (expenses) as well as pain (the tattoo is on my back and the surgery feels worse every time).
Just wondering if anyone has done this/recommends this?If not, is there anything else I can do to move it along?
The creams and liquids don't work andmay include something that will causeinfection in the wound.
The laser treatment will leave you with a scar and there are some colors thatwill still be there...green is one.
The idea is not to rush it. Tattoo laser centers do removals FAR too close together. You are going to have to wait it out to get it done correctly.
If you wait three months in between each session you will need less treatments. It will take longer of course, but it will be cheaper for you in the long run and much better for your skin.
ALL lasers are not created equally. IF you have multiple colors, you will need different lasers. Quality laser centers understand this. The Medlite laser, for instance, can handle four different spectrums.
DON'T mess with any creams of any kind for removal - ESPECIALLY since you are in laser therapy.
Is it safe to use laser and a tattoo removal cream at the same time?
I got 3 tattoos and now of course I regret them. One tattoo is primarily black, another tattoo is green and red, and the third tattoo is multi-colored red, light blue, light yellow, light green. I am undergoing laser removal and have had 3 treatments. The plastic surgeon is using a Q-Switched Yag laser (?) and my treatments are spaced 5 weeks apart.... Is it safe/wise to use one of the tattoo cream removals in between the laser treatments?
My plastic surgeon told me not to do that, and he used a YAG on me. My tattoo was multi-colored with a lot of black, it took about a year, but it cleared up nicely. He did advise me to use some scar reducing cream and skin cream on the area to reduce and afteraffects of the laser. You can't even tell where my tattoo was now. Just be patient and it'll clear up sooner than you think.
Just wondering if anyone has done this/recommends this?If not, is there anything else I can do to move it along?
The creams and liquids don't work andmay include something that will causeinfection in the wound.
The laser treatment will leave you with a scar and there are some colors thatwill still be there...green is one.
The idea is not to rush it. Tattoo laser centers do removals FAR too close together. You are going to have to wait it out to get it done correctly.
If you wait three months in between each session you will need less treatments. It will take longer of course, but it will be cheaper for you in the long run and much better for your skin.
ALL lasers are not created equally. IF you have multiple colors, you will need different lasers. Quality laser centers understand this. The Medlite laser, for instance, can handle four different spectrums.
DON'T mess with any creams of any kind for removal - ESPECIALLY since you are in laser therapy.
Is it safe to use laser and a tattoo removal cream at the same time?
I got 3 tattoos and now of course I regret them. One tattoo is primarily black, another tattoo is green and red, and the third tattoo is multi-colored red, light blue, light yellow, light green. I am undergoing laser removal and have had 3 treatments. The plastic surgeon is using a Q-Switched Yag laser (?) and my treatments are spaced 5 weeks apart.... Is it safe/wise to use one of the tattoo cream removals in between the laser treatments?
My plastic surgeon told me not to do that, and he used a YAG on me. My tattoo was multi-colored with a lot of black, it took about a year, but it cleared up nicely. He did advise me to use some scar reducing cream and skin cream on the area to reduce and afteraffects of the laser. You can't even tell where my tattoo was now. Just be patient and it'll clear up sooner than you think.
Does anyone know how effective the non-laser tattoo removal works such as "tattoo erase"?
If anyone has any experience of the technique mentioned above, ie; warnings, horror stories or just general "go aheads", could you let me know? I don't mean the laser removal.
I don't know personally or anything, but I've heard from others as a fact that those creams, lotions, etc do not work. For example, someone said that Wrecking Balm and all the others just fade enough of the work, but there is still a noticeable marking left. Just be careful because I don't think they work like you would want them to. It may be a better idea to just use cover-up makeup.
Just to let you know from your answer to my question " Men are not men anymore " - You seem to argue the exact things im trying to say like the example of the boy on the train or bus i cant remember what it was threw a tissy fit because you asked him to move his feet thats childish behaviour and thats exactly what im saying in men are inmature and dont grow up i think its called neotany ( retaining juvinile traits into adulhood ) im not saying women cant have some of those traits as well it seems women are becoming more powerfull and men are like weak flys , some men put their own self respect down the toilet to please women thats not healthy for either sex . Agreeableness - i mean guys who agree with everything a girl says to fake impress her . I say overly nice because men act fake nice , non authentic with women . Sensitive - im talking about a guy who says he is in love with you after one date type of thing and crying not a mature masculin man who cares . I agree if i agree if i dont then i will let you know . Im writing that question to gather opinions . Ive obviously done a bad job of describing what i mean to be asking or saying in my question lol . Im 22 by the way and yes i have improvement to make i know that im ive read many science , tabloids articals about this stuff and i do see what its trying to say women are kickin guys in the a.s.s and im just trying to point out that men need a dose of masciulinity including me infact many assumptions can be made about my inmature questions and answers from the past but hey one can only evolve and learn im in thye process of devaloping myself . Thanks for taking the time to answer my question seya .
I don't know personally or anything, but I've heard from others as a fact that those creams, lotions, etc do not work. For example, someone said that Wrecking Balm and all the others just fade enough of the work, but there is still a noticeable marking left. Just be careful because I don't think they work like you would want them to. It may be a better idea to just use cover-up makeup.
Just to let you know from your answer to my question " Men are not men anymore " - You seem to argue the exact things im trying to say like the example of the boy on the train or bus i cant remember what it was threw a tissy fit because you asked him to move his feet thats childish behaviour and thats exactly what im saying in men are inmature and dont grow up i think its called neotany ( retaining juvinile traits into adulhood ) im not saying women cant have some of those traits as well it seems women are becoming more powerfull and men are like weak flys , some men put their own self respect down the toilet to please women thats not healthy for either sex . Agreeableness - i mean guys who agree with everything a girl says to fake impress her . I say overly nice because men act fake nice , non authentic with women . Sensitive - im talking about a guy who says he is in love with you after one date type of thing and crying not a mature masculin man who cares . I agree if i agree if i dont then i will let you know . Im writing that question to gather opinions . Ive obviously done a bad job of describing what i mean to be asking or saying in my question lol . Im 22 by the way and yes i have improvement to make i know that im ive read many science , tabloids articals about this stuff and i do see what its trying to say women are kickin guys in the a.s.s and im just trying to point out that men need a dose of masciulinity including me infact many assumptions can be made about my inmature questions and answers from the past but hey one can only evolve and learn im in thye process of devaloping myself . Thanks for taking the time to answer my question seya .
Anybody know where you can buy laser tattoo removal machines in the US?
I've tried looking but can only find a few amateur looking ones from some pretty questionable sites. I'm looking for a laser tattoo removal machine in the US.
This goes into the "WTF" category...
that is technically classified as a medical instument, so unless you are a doctor, you won't be able to get one. and even if you did, you wouldn't know how to properly operate it. if you aren't a doc, and you try to take a tat off of someone and you mess up, you are gonna get sued and might go to jail. i recommend going to a doc if you need one removed, not buying one yourself. you could seriously hurt yourself or someone else.
Joe Soprano has some left. Tell him Bubba sent you.
why in the world would you want one? talk about questionable sites. hmmmm interesting.
You can find anything on Ebay.
This goes into the "WTF" category...
that is technically classified as a medical instument, so unless you are a doctor, you won't be able to get one. and even if you did, you wouldn't know how to properly operate it. if you aren't a doc, and you try to take a tat off of someone and you mess up, you are gonna get sued and might go to jail. i recommend going to a doc if you need one removed, not buying one yourself. you could seriously hurt yourself or someone else.
Joe Soprano has some left. Tell him Bubba sent you.
why in the world would you want one? talk about questionable sites. hmmmm interesting.
You can find anything on Ebay.
What are the latest developments in laser tattoo removal?
It seems like every year or two there are jumps forward in the tattoo laser removal technology. I've got a pretty big one I'd like to remove with many colors and I'm waiting until the tech makes the process easier and more effective. How do I find out the doctors with the latest tools?
Ask your family doctor, or call the hospital and ask them. They should be able to help.As far as now, it is very, very expensive, you have to go back for many sessions, it hurts much more than the tattoo, thecolor green will not be affected, and you will have a very bad scar in the shape of you tattoo.
Ask your family doctor, or call the hospital and ask them. They should be able to help.As far as now, it is very, very expensive, you have to go back for many sessions, it hurts much more than the tattoo, thecolor green will not be affected, and you will have a very bad scar in the shape of you tattoo.
I had a tattoo lasered off a few years back.
ok it takes about 10 sessions for most, it hurts more than getting the actual tattoo and it will cost a small fortune :D
and I now have a rather unique heart shaped scar on my back!
Where i can find laser tattoo removal equipment and courses on how to do it.
Where i can find laser tattoo removal equipment and courses on how to do it.
Methods of Tattoo Removal
There are several excellent methods of tattoo removal available today. The method that the physician chooses will depend upon the size of the tattoo and its location as well as the length of time it has been on the skin. How the patient heals may also be a factor in the decision.
Excision
Another popular method of tattoo removal especially when the dyed area is small is by excision. The advantage of this method is that the entire tattoo can be removed. With larger tattoos, however, it may be necessary to excise in stages, removing the center of it initially and the sides at a later date.
Excision involves an injection of a local anesthetic to numb the area after which the tattoo is removed surgically. The edges are then brought together and sutured. With this procedure, there is minimal bleeding which is easily controlled with electrocautery. In some cases involving large tattoos, a skin graft taken from another part of the body may be necessary.Dermabrasion
Another method of tattoo removal is called dermabrasion in which a small portion of the tattoo is sprayed with a solution that freezes the area. The tattoo is then "sanded" with a rotary abrasive instrument causing the skin to peel. Because some bleeding is likely to occur, a dressing is immediately applied to the area.Laser
In recent times, many physicians consider laser surgery one of the best methods of tattoo removal . Today, the Q-switched Nd:Yag, Q-switched Alexandrite and the Q-switched Ruby are among the most frequently used lasers today for the removal of unwanted tattoos. They are all employed in a similar manner. If necessary, a cream to numb the skin can be applied prior to the treatment. Pulses of light from the laser are directed onto the tattoo breaking up the tattoo pigment. Over the next several weeks the body's scavenger cells remove the treated pigmented areas. More then one treatment is usually necessary to remove all of the tattoo.Salabrasion
Salabrasion, a procedure which is centuries old, is a method still sometimes used today to remove tattoos. As with the other methods, a local anesthetic is used on and around the tattooed area after which a solution of ordinary tap water dipped in table salt is applied. An abrading apparatus such as the one used with dermabrasion, or an even simpler device such as a wooden block wrapped in gauze, is used to vigorously abrade the area. When the area becomes deep red in color, a dressing is applied.
What Results Can Be Expected?
Regardless of which method of tattoo removal is used, some scarring or color variations are likely to remain. Healing time varies depending upon the size and depth of the tattoo, the proce-dure used and the patient's healing process. It is important for the patient to discuss with the physician the various procedures, how they are performed, and the probable results. Care of the treated area must also be discussed.
You are best to use a clinic as home remedies may cause scarring or not work at all. I have been twice now to Sk:n who have clinics nationwide and I am noticing a difference with each session. It is sore although next time I go, I am going to try a topical anathestic cream first to see if it makes a difference. You can get a free consulation. Prices vary according to size, however please note that some colours with not take to the treatment, especially yellow. There are tattoo removal creams available but they are expensive and will probably only fade the tattoo. I saw one recently available on ebay. There are also remedies available wihch use chemical peeling to strip the skin, however it could be dangerous doing it yourself.
Methods of Tattoo Removal
There are several excellent methods of tattoo removal available today. The method that the physician chooses will depend upon the size of the tattoo and its location as well as the length of time it has been on the skin. How the patient heals may also be a factor in the decision.
Excision
Another popular method of tattoo removal especially when the dyed area is small is by excision. The advantage of this method is that the entire tattoo can be removed. With larger tattoos, however, it may be necessary to excise in stages, removing the center of it initially and the sides at a later date.
Excision involves an injection of a local anesthetic to numb the area after which the tattoo is removed surgically. The edges are then brought together and sutured. With this procedure, there is minimal bleeding which is easily controlled with electrocautery. In some cases involving large tattoos, a skin graft taken from another part of the body may be necessary.Dermabrasion
Another method of tattoo removal is called dermabrasion in which a small portion of the tattoo is sprayed with a solution that freezes the area. The tattoo is then "sanded" with a rotary abrasive instrument causing the skin to peel. Because some bleeding is likely to occur, a dressing is immediately applied to the area.Laser
In recent times, many physicians consider laser surgery one of the best methods of tattoo removal . Today, the Q-switched Nd:Yag, Q-switched Alexandrite and the Q-switched Ruby are among the most frequently used lasers today for the removal of unwanted tattoos. They are all employed in a similar manner. If necessary, a cream to numb the skin can be applied prior to the treatment. Pulses of light from the laser are directed onto the tattoo breaking up the tattoo pigment. Over the next several weeks the body's scavenger cells remove the treated pigmented areas. More then one treatment is usually necessary to remove all of the tattoo.Salabrasion
Salabrasion, a procedure which is centuries old, is a method still sometimes used today to remove tattoos. As with the other methods, a local anesthetic is used on and around the tattooed area after which a solution of ordinary tap water dipped in table salt is applied. An abrading apparatus such as the one used with dermabrasion, or an even simpler device such as a wooden block wrapped in gauze, is used to vigorously abrade the area. When the area becomes deep red in color, a dressing is applied.
What Results Can Be Expected?
Regardless of which method of tattoo removal is used, some scarring or color variations are likely to remain. Healing time varies depending upon the size and depth of the tattoo, the proce-dure used and the patient's healing process. It is important for the patient to discuss with the physician the various procedures, how they are performed, and the probable results. Care of the treated area must also be discussed.
You are best to use a clinic as home remedies may cause scarring or not work at all. I have been twice now to Sk:n who have clinics nationwide and I am noticing a difference with each session. It is sore although next time I go, I am going to try a topical anathestic cream first to see if it makes a difference. You can get a free consulation. Prices vary according to size, however please note that some colours with not take to the treatment, especially yellow. There are tattoo removal creams available but they are expensive and will probably only fade the tattoo. I saw one recently available on ebay. There are also remedies available wihch use chemical peeling to strip the skin, however it could be dangerous doing it yourself.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Has anyone used tattoo removal products like "Wrecking Balm" or anything with "TCA" in it?
Has anyone used tattoo removal products like "Wrecking Balm" or anything with "TCA" in it?
I have a tatt, that with age doesn't look good any more. It's on my chest and very visible. Its fading and pretty ugly. I have been doing lots of research, and it seems to be the right fit for my tattoo removal.But I'd like to hear from someone WHO HAS ACTUALLY USED IT! I don't need to hear opinions of people who haven't experienced it. Thank you for your time.
Do-It-Yourself Cream RemovalsI have not personally tested any of the at-home cream removal methods I have seen advertised – even the ones that appear right here on this website. Honestly, I would not expect a whole lot from them. However, the Tattoo Removal Institute (which I am suspicious of being connected with Tat B Gone, but I can’t prove it yet) states that they have tested a few of these products, and found a couple of them to live up to their claims. According to their research, both TatBGone and Tattoo-OFF did show significant fading of the tattoos without any pain or damage to the skin. Another website,Remove that tattoo!, also hails tattoo removal cream systems as “The only proven way to remove tattoos without surgery”. I am still very skeptical, but if you really need a tattoo removed and don’t have the money for surgery, I guess it wouldn’t hurt to try one or both of these products. It’s not chump change, though – a 2 month supply of Tat B Gone is $125, and it takes several months to get the desired results, according to the Tattoo Removal Institute. A 2 month supply of Tattoo-OFF is $116.95. So, it isn’t inexpensive by any means, but certainly a lot more affordable than laser surgery. But before you shell out any money for these products, you might want to read some of the comments that have been sent in by people who have tried them.
a friend of mine is currently using wrecking balm- she said that is fantastic- but it takes some time...
I have a tatt, that with age doesn't look good any more. It's on my chest and very visible. Its fading and pretty ugly. I have been doing lots of research, and it seems to be the right fit for my tattoo removal.But I'd like to hear from someone WHO HAS ACTUALLY USED IT! I don't need to hear opinions of people who haven't experienced it. Thank you for your time.
Do-It-Yourself Cream RemovalsI have not personally tested any of the at-home cream removal methods I have seen advertised – even the ones that appear right here on this website. Honestly, I would not expect a whole lot from them. However, the Tattoo Removal Institute (which I am suspicious of being connected with Tat B Gone, but I can’t prove it yet) states that they have tested a few of these products, and found a couple of them to live up to their claims. According to their research, both TatBGone and Tattoo-OFF did show significant fading of the tattoos without any pain or damage to the skin. Another website,Remove that tattoo!, also hails tattoo removal cream systems as “The only proven way to remove tattoos without surgery”. I am still very skeptical, but if you really need a tattoo removed and don’t have the money for surgery, I guess it wouldn’t hurt to try one or both of these products. It’s not chump change, though – a 2 month supply of Tat B Gone is $125, and it takes several months to get the desired results, according to the Tattoo Removal Institute. A 2 month supply of Tattoo-OFF is $116.95. So, it isn’t inexpensive by any means, but certainly a lot more affordable than laser surgery. But before you shell out any money for these products, you might want to read some of the comments that have been sent in by people who have tried them.
a friend of mine is currently using wrecking balm- she said that is fantastic- but it takes some time...
Does Wrecking Ball tattoo removal cream work?
I have a tat on the top of my foot and want to know about this wrecking balm stuff. I heard the ad on the radio and saw it in a magazine so it makes me think that they must be pretty confident and make enough to advertise for themselves. I don't want to be gullable and just buy it but has anyone used this before or had a friend who has used it? I have the money for laser removal but would prefer this since it's on the top layers of my skin anyways and especially if it works
wrecking balm is a rip offI bought the 2 month supply of the wrecking balm(around $200) a couple of weeks ago, and found out that the diffusing cream is just 1% hydroquinone, which can be bought over the counter as a skin lightener at a drug store for about $6. The demo-brasion spray is just an exfoliator spray. I suggest you save your money and go to walgreens to buy the skin lightener stuff along with a nice apricot scrub instead. The wrecking balm directions call for using the skin lightener twice a day, and every third day exfoliate the tattoo.have used wrecking balm for 2 months now and the only thing it lightened was my skin. it did nothing what so ever to lighten my tattoo almost seems as if my tattoo looks newer than before in some parts. buyer beware!!!I see someone wrote they'd rather spend $600 for wrecking balm then $1250 for 5 treatments of laser removal...wrecking balm doesn't seem to be so guaranteed after all...but i believe the laser removal is! After reading up about it and everyone elses comments I think i will save my money and have my tat removed professionally. It was a good thought though! Maybe one day you guys will really figure out something that will actually work...from now on i'll ignore your ad on sirius radio!
wrecking balm is a rip offI bought the 2 month supply of the wrecking balm(around $200) a couple of weeks ago, and found out that the diffusing cream is just 1% hydroquinone, which can be bought over the counter as a skin lightener at a drug store for about $6. The demo-brasion spray is just an exfoliator spray. I suggest you save your money and go to walgreens to buy the skin lightener stuff along with a nice apricot scrub instead. The wrecking balm directions call for using the skin lightener twice a day, and every third day exfoliate the tattoo.have used wrecking balm for 2 months now and the only thing it lightened was my skin. it did nothing what so ever to lighten my tattoo almost seems as if my tattoo looks newer than before in some parts. buyer beware!!!I see someone wrote they'd rather spend $600 for wrecking balm then $1250 for 5 treatments of laser removal...wrecking balm doesn't seem to be so guaranteed after all...but i believe the laser removal is! After reading up about it and everyone elses comments I think i will save my money and have my tat removed professionally. It was a good thought though! Maybe one day you guys will really figure out something that will actually work...from now on i'll ignore your ad on sirius radio!
About Tattoo Aftercare?
I'm thinking about getting my 2nd and possibly 3rd tattoos soon, and I have been wondering about what people have to say on the topic of aftercare. I think there are more different instructions on how to take care of a tattoo then there are tattoos out there, and so I've been getting mixed signals. Ok, so I've been told that if, after removing the original film 2hrs after the work is done, I apply a neutral cream (I use Bepanthen) and then wrap it up in cling wrap, that i will have a glossier tattoo. My concern with this technique is that it won't breathe, and friends have said it will be unhealthy as any blood will build up, but my last tattoo I bled minimally if at all.The technique I used last time was to remove the covering and wash with warm water in the shower, and pat it dry, not to pick at the flakes or the scab (though it didn't scab up at all) and not to wear fitted clothing for a few weeks, and apply bepanthen 3 times a day.
Believe it or not, one reputable tattoo artist I have had in the past (for 6 sessions) always said to put nothing on it. Absolutely NOTHING at all. The work always turned out fine. My current artist asks that the ointment be used, but always rubbed in completely, with no traces of it on the surface (nullifying someone else's concerns that it will be sticky and absorb dirty things). It should be more or less dry after you put the ointment on.In about 18-19 tattooing sessions I've had, I have never put any lotion/ointment on more than once per day afterwards, and many times I went without putting on anything at all that day. I always go back to the artists and they say "Wow, that healed up really well."Just think-- "back in the day," were people putting all these ointments on all the time? And what's this "moisterizing" stuff? Did we get tattooed, or did we just come back from one of those places where Korean ladies file your toenails? Now, I'm sure that everyone's skin is a little bit different. What works for me may not work for others...obviously...but can we just forget about over analysing this aftercare business? It's really not THAT significant.
When I got mine he said to remove the bandage a maximum of two hours after getting it so that it can breath. They need to for the healing process and rewrapped tattoos just plain get gooey and gross. I used the technique of unwrapping, rinsing, applying lotion and not scratching or having clothes rub if possible. It worked great for mine.
There is this one spray H20 i received when i got my belly button pieced. And it works really good and kept the redness down. They also have for tattoos, it runs for only about $16 and you can get at a piecing shop or Hot Topic also sells it. Hope this helps
i have six of them and i kept it covered the first day except for putting on triple antibotics the 2nd day i left un covered but kept it moist with the triple antibiotic after a couple days i kept lotion on it . they all look great. all tatoos fade some what if your in the sun.
Believe it or not, one reputable tattoo artist I have had in the past (for 6 sessions) always said to put nothing on it. Absolutely NOTHING at all. The work always turned out fine. My current artist asks that the ointment be used, but always rubbed in completely, with no traces of it on the surface (nullifying someone else's concerns that it will be sticky and absorb dirty things). It should be more or less dry after you put the ointment on.In about 18-19 tattooing sessions I've had, I have never put any lotion/ointment on more than once per day afterwards, and many times I went without putting on anything at all that day. I always go back to the artists and they say "Wow, that healed up really well."Just think-- "back in the day," were people putting all these ointments on all the time? And what's this "moisterizing" stuff? Did we get tattooed, or did we just come back from one of those places where Korean ladies file your toenails? Now, I'm sure that everyone's skin is a little bit different. What works for me may not work for others...obviously...but can we just forget about over analysing this aftercare business? It's really not THAT significant.
When I got mine he said to remove the bandage a maximum of two hours after getting it so that it can breath. They need to for the healing process and rewrapped tattoos just plain get gooey and gross. I used the technique of unwrapping, rinsing, applying lotion and not scratching or having clothes rub if possible. It worked great for mine.
There is this one spray H20 i received when i got my belly button pieced. And it works really good and kept the redness down. They also have for tattoos, it runs for only about $16 and you can get at a piecing shop or Hot Topic also sells it. Hope this helps
i have six of them and i kept it covered the first day except for putting on triple antibotics the 2nd day i left un covered but kept it moist with the triple antibiotic after a couple days i kept lotion on it . they all look great. all tatoos fade some what if your in the sun.
Do you hate your lover's tattoo?
and must remain silent? Twenty years ago a couple with tattoos all over their bodies asked me if I objected to tattoos. I answered as everyone seems to answer that it was no skin off my back--I must now add I did not mean it as an endorsement. Since then tattoos have grown to an extent I did not then think possible. I really wonder if anyone really likes a tattoo? I see it as evidence of a disturbing superficiality in relationships that the truth does not come out: that tattoo art sucks, period. The media hype linking tattoos to "professional"--meaning mostly masseuses--was publicity which could not be bought. Tattoos could be a test question for who might be stupid enough to shoot Heroin? Cigarettes and tattoos: the socially-accepted bummers. I have never seen a tattoo--even the most tasteful flower--which was not an abomination. And no, it is not just IMHO. It is in your humble grasp of reality if you believe tattoos are sincerely liked.
At least tattoos don't cause cancer.
That is your opinion.. and the good thing about it is not everyone shares your views, thank God. I truly like tattoos and I like my tattoos. If you don't, good for you, don't look. But I am tattooed, I work a normal job, I am married to a wonderful man, I do not do drugs, I do not drink and I do not smoke. So maybe you should keep your opinion to yourself because I sure as hell don't agree with it.No offence dude, but I don't care what you think. Now go play in polls and surveys.
IMHO I think that you need to find something better to do that to post a "question" on here that is really just a statement to piss those of us that love tattoos off.
I personally love tattoos. Not all with tattoos are bums and smoke and drink all day. I'm an 18 year old college freshmen going into teaching, don't drink and don't smoke. Never will do either. So I happen to have a tattoo and several piercings, they are part of me. Well thought out and beautifully artistic tattoos are amazing, the ones that people get just because, illegally or because someone else wanted them to bother me. Those put tattoos back into the stereo types that aren't needed and are uncalled for.
Yes I hate it. It's a tiger and the punnany is the tiger's gaping maw....I get scared of bodily injury...we turn out the lights for that very reason. You are SO right. No longer will I remain silent!!
At least tattoos don't cause cancer.
That is your opinion.. and the good thing about it is not everyone shares your views, thank God. I truly like tattoos and I like my tattoos. If you don't, good for you, don't look. But I am tattooed, I work a normal job, I am married to a wonderful man, I do not do drugs, I do not drink and I do not smoke. So maybe you should keep your opinion to yourself because I sure as hell don't agree with it.No offence dude, but I don't care what you think. Now go play in polls and surveys.
IMHO I think that you need to find something better to do that to post a "question" on here that is really just a statement to piss those of us that love tattoos off.
I personally love tattoos. Not all with tattoos are bums and smoke and drink all day. I'm an 18 year old college freshmen going into teaching, don't drink and don't smoke. Never will do either. So I happen to have a tattoo and several piercings, they are part of me. Well thought out and beautifully artistic tattoos are amazing, the ones that people get just because, illegally or because someone else wanted them to bother me. Those put tattoos back into the stereo types that aren't needed and are uncalled for.
Yes I hate it. It's a tiger and the punnany is the tiger's gaping maw....I get scared of bodily injury...we turn out the lights for that very reason. You are SO right. No longer will I remain silent!!
Monday, February 25, 2008
Does anyone have any stories regarding laser tattoo removal?
I'm currently going through the process and get depressed looking at it. I hated it to begin with, but now I'm hoping I'm not messing things up by getting laser removal. I have some discolorations and the tattoo is fading, but looks bad...Anyone have any stories to share? P. S. I'm of light skin tone (not white, but black).
We have done cover work over several tattoo removal attempts on black skin, even if light. It seems with the increase in melanin, laser seems to hypigment areas. Most times people are left with some of the tattoo color and areas of hypopigmentation that looks like hell.
Sorry.
At least you will get it cleaned up enought to do a really nice cover piece. Be absolutely sure to go to a really really good artist that can show you a LOT of pictures of healed in cover pieces.
One on my nieces had to have a tattoo removal done...
She'd been wanting a tattoo for a long time; my sister's live-in boyfriend took her in to get a tattoo-- without my sister's permission-- and to make a really long story short, he wound up in prison for reasons I won't go into, she wanted to get the tattoo removed after he was out of the picture. I think she's still going through the process of getting it removed piece by piece, but she's almost done... and she's glad to be rid of it.
The process will probably leave some scarring, but the scarring may be lessened, if you use anti-biotics to keep the sores sterile and keep it bandaged. It's just a suggestion, of course.... but, that's my story.
I have had a tattoo removed b4 and it was worth it I had a name on my chest in black ( young and dumb) I had it removed maybe 7 yrs ago and you cant tell it was there, it was expensive but you can get it done like every 6-8wks so it wasnt bad I had time to save for it. I had 3 maybe 4 sessions. It hurt, it kina felt like a rubberband popping over and over but I was working in a doctors office at the time so I was able to get some EMLA cream which made it 10x better. I was told that gettn black ink removed was easier than color but if yours is fading it probably will not be that bad. I went for a free estimate b4 I got it done. Find someone in your area that does and have them take a look at it. I know how you feel about the tattoo I so regret the ones I have. I like tatts but I wish mine were smaller and more discreet.
We have done cover work over several tattoo removal attempts on black skin, even if light. It seems with the increase in melanin, laser seems to hypigment areas. Most times people are left with some of the tattoo color and areas of hypopigmentation that looks like hell.
Sorry.
At least you will get it cleaned up enought to do a really nice cover piece. Be absolutely sure to go to a really really good artist that can show you a LOT of pictures of healed in cover pieces.
One on my nieces had to have a tattoo removal done...
She'd been wanting a tattoo for a long time; my sister's live-in boyfriend took her in to get a tattoo-- without my sister's permission-- and to make a really long story short, he wound up in prison for reasons I won't go into, she wanted to get the tattoo removed after he was out of the picture. I think she's still going through the process of getting it removed piece by piece, but she's almost done... and she's glad to be rid of it.
The process will probably leave some scarring, but the scarring may be lessened, if you use anti-biotics to keep the sores sterile and keep it bandaged. It's just a suggestion, of course.... but, that's my story.
I have had a tattoo removed b4 and it was worth it I had a name on my chest in black ( young and dumb) I had it removed maybe 7 yrs ago and you cant tell it was there, it was expensive but you can get it done like every 6-8wks so it wasnt bad I had time to save for it. I had 3 maybe 4 sessions. It hurt, it kina felt like a rubberband popping over and over but I was working in a doctors office at the time so I was able to get some EMLA cream which made it 10x better. I was told that gettn black ink removed was easier than color but if yours is fading it probably will not be that bad. I went for a free estimate b4 I got it done. Find someone in your area that does and have them take a look at it. I know how you feel about the tattoo I so regret the ones I have. I like tatts but I wish mine were smaller and more discreet.
Tattoo after laser removal?
I was wondering if it was possible to tattoo skin that has already had laser tattoo removal?I have a tattoo on my back and was hoping for a changeOnce I've done laser tattoo removal, will the skin take ink like it did before? or will a new tattoo over the lasered area actually appear scarred and/or discolored?
Actually many people have their tattoo lightened with laser so they can re-tattoo it with something new.I am not saying this is okay to do routinely - it's not like buying new shoes, but it is certainly an option. In fact, many times people NOT intending to have another tattoo after laser come in for one because they don't like how the laser has left their skin with things such as incomplete removal and/or abnormal lightening of their own skin tone.At any rate, the skin must be fully healed - I would say at least three months.
It also depends on the laser. The laser that I am currently having treatments with leaves NO scarring. In this case, you CAN get a new one over it. If you have scarring, then I wouldn't risk trying a new one. Just know that if you are getting it removed by laser, it can cost ALOT. Mine is $400/treatment and it is going to take 6-10 treatments. You do the math.
Lasers are the single most common method for removing tattoos. The lasers work by targeting the tattoo ink with pulses of light that are highly concentrated and break the ink into smaller fragments. After this your immune system takes care of the broken up ink. And usually it is done with more than one treatment. And the more treatments you have the more the laser can break up the ink by penetrating the skin. This can have a very negative effect because the more treatments that you undergo the more damage is done to your skin. This damage can result in very painful blisters and scabs that can sometimes lead to scarring. Some experts in the field say that the technology has advanced to the point where scarring and damage has been reduced dramatically, but then again, with everything, it varies based on the situation.And not only can it be painful, it can be very expensive. You may need many sessions (sometimes as many as 10) and they can cost up to $850 per session. That’s a lot of money! A professional tattoo with lots of color and large in size could take a long time and a lot of money to have removed.The worst part is, the removal IS NOT GUARANTEED!There is another way. You could try Intense Pulsed Light Therapy. It’s a new dermal enhancer that uses high intensity light just like laser treatment but in this case a gel is applied to the skin and a wand is waved over emitting pulses of light. This therapy is said to be less painful and more effective.The only problem is is that this therapy is very expensive. It can cost $10 PER PULSE. Your best bet is to research all of your options very carefully until you find one that best fits your situation.
Actually many people have their tattoo lightened with laser so they can re-tattoo it with something new.I am not saying this is okay to do routinely - it's not like buying new shoes, but it is certainly an option. In fact, many times people NOT intending to have another tattoo after laser come in for one because they don't like how the laser has left their skin with things such as incomplete removal and/or abnormal lightening of their own skin tone.At any rate, the skin must be fully healed - I would say at least three months.
It also depends on the laser. The laser that I am currently having treatments with leaves NO scarring. In this case, you CAN get a new one over it. If you have scarring, then I wouldn't risk trying a new one. Just know that if you are getting it removed by laser, it can cost ALOT. Mine is $400/treatment and it is going to take 6-10 treatments. You do the math.
Lasers are the single most common method for removing tattoos. The lasers work by targeting the tattoo ink with pulses of light that are highly concentrated and break the ink into smaller fragments. After this your immune system takes care of the broken up ink. And usually it is done with more than one treatment. And the more treatments you have the more the laser can break up the ink by penetrating the skin. This can have a very negative effect because the more treatments that you undergo the more damage is done to your skin. This damage can result in very painful blisters and scabs that can sometimes lead to scarring. Some experts in the field say that the technology has advanced to the point where scarring and damage has been reduced dramatically, but then again, with everything, it varies based on the situation.And not only can it be painful, it can be very expensive. You may need many sessions (sometimes as many as 10) and they can cost up to $850 per session. That’s a lot of money! A professional tattoo with lots of color and large in size could take a long time and a lot of money to have removed.The worst part is, the removal IS NOT GUARANTEED!There is another way. You could try Intense Pulsed Light Therapy. It’s a new dermal enhancer that uses high intensity light just like laser treatment but in this case a gel is applied to the skin and a wand is waved over emitting pulses of light. This therapy is said to be less painful and more effective.The only problem is is that this therapy is very expensive. It can cost $10 PER PULSE. Your best bet is to research all of your options very carefully until you find one that best fits your situation.
Best Laser Tattoo removal in Chicago?
I want to get my tattoo removed via laser. It is red and black and I had many consultations telling me the colors of my tattoo are the easiest to remove. Anyway, Money is not an object and I was wondering if anyone had their tattoo removed in Chicago and if so, by what doctor? How where your results. Thanks. Also, if anyone knows anyone who got it removed and where did they go to etc., in Chicago or anywhere near Illinois would be appreciated.
There are many that are good in the Chicagoland area and while you claim money is not an object, call several tattoo studios for referrals as their recommendations generally will get you a discount.
Believe it or not, your local tattoo shop would actually be a good place to ask. They might even be able to tell you which place does the best job for coverups, etc. YOu can find local tattoo shops at http://findtattoosshops.com.
There are many that are good in the Chicagoland area and while you claim money is not an object, call several tattoo studios for referrals as their recommendations generally will get you a discount.
Believe it or not, your local tattoo shop would actually be a good place to ask. They might even be able to tell you which place does the best job for coverups, etc. YOu can find local tattoo shops at http://findtattoosshops.com.
Does laser tattoo removal hurt? If so for how long.Do you have any recommendations for before treatment?
I just want to know is there any thing I could us before getting laser removal.
nightstempler do you think there is any thing I can do before the procedure that will minimize the pain?
Yes they do hurt. For me at least. They are relatively expensive too. Cheapest I could find around my area is $300 for a 15 minute session. It feels like someone snapping a rubberband on your skin but with a hot sensation to it. Prior to the treatment, they applied this cooling gel similar to aloe vera to help me dull the pain but nope...it sure didn't work. Still hurts A LOT. Personally, I would not recommend laser treatment UNLESS you no longer want tattoos at all. If tattoos are ok then I suggest a coverup instead. If you want to completely remove it, it will take more than one session to do so. The before and after pics in the time frames they advertise are fake. After 3 sessions, you still can see the markings clear, however, the ink disperses into different areas therefore lightening the picture itself. It should take about 8-10 sessions depending on how large/dark your tattoo is. Recovery time is much longer than getting a tattoo. Your skin is burned so you have to avoid sunlight and wrap it with gauze. For my forearm recovery time until fully healed was approximately 5-6 months. Everyone's recovery period is different...Vitamin A helps your skin heal faster and can be found in milk, eggs, liver, fortified cereals, darkly colored orange or green vegetables (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and kale), and orange fruits such as cantaloupe, apricots, peaches, papayas, and mangos.)
whyu are you wanting a removal?? didn't you think seriously about the tattoo you got before you had it done??? they're meant to be permanent. having it removed will cost you a ton of cashflow & still leave somewhat of a scar in that area. next time be absolutely positive that you want what you've chosen before having it done!
nightstempler do you think there is any thing I can do before the procedure that will minimize the pain?
Yes they do hurt. For me at least. They are relatively expensive too. Cheapest I could find around my area is $300 for a 15 minute session. It feels like someone snapping a rubberband on your skin but with a hot sensation to it. Prior to the treatment, they applied this cooling gel similar to aloe vera to help me dull the pain but nope...it sure didn't work. Still hurts A LOT. Personally, I would not recommend laser treatment UNLESS you no longer want tattoos at all. If tattoos are ok then I suggest a coverup instead. If you want to completely remove it, it will take more than one session to do so. The before and after pics in the time frames they advertise are fake. After 3 sessions, you still can see the markings clear, however, the ink disperses into different areas therefore lightening the picture itself. It should take about 8-10 sessions depending on how large/dark your tattoo is. Recovery time is much longer than getting a tattoo. Your skin is burned so you have to avoid sunlight and wrap it with gauze. For my forearm recovery time until fully healed was approximately 5-6 months. Everyone's recovery period is different...Vitamin A helps your skin heal faster and can be found in milk, eggs, liver, fortified cereals, darkly colored orange or green vegetables (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and kale), and orange fruits such as cantaloupe, apricots, peaches, papayas, and mangos.)
whyu are you wanting a removal?? didn't you think seriously about the tattoo you got before you had it done??? they're meant to be permanent. having it removed will cost you a ton of cashflow & still leave somewhat of a scar in that area. next time be absolutely positive that you want what you've chosen before having it done!
How to get rid of a home tattoo?
a lil over a year ago i gave myself a tattoo by cutting into the skin and using ink. its still dark and looks bad. i need to get rid of it any ideas besides covering it with another tatt
since the tattoo is permanent, you can try laser tattoo removal, skin removal, or scaring techniques (like acid, abrasion, etc). you can cover it with another tattoo. those are your options.
Yes of course. Everyone was joking about that whole tattoo being permanent thing. All you need is a little warm water and some sulfuric acid. It'll come right off.
That wasn't smart! lol. I tried the same thing when I was in middle school....luckily it didn't take. Besides covering it with another tat...I would look at laser removal. It's supposed to take the ink out and it's become to prevalent now that I think it's not as expensive as you would think. Especially if the tat is small.
ABSOLUTELY DO NOT PUT SULFURIC ACID ON YOUR SKIN. You would end up with a very nasty scar. It would burn your skin.Mixing H2SO4 with water is not exactly bright either. If you slowly dribble the acid into the water it will generate a lot of heat. If you pour the water into the acid. It will generate heat and may cause the water to boil and throw acid in your face.The acid is more dense then the water. So the water will sink to the bottom as it is being heated by the acid.
since the tattoo is permanent, you can try laser tattoo removal, skin removal, or scaring techniques (like acid, abrasion, etc). you can cover it with another tattoo. those are your options.
Yes of course. Everyone was joking about that whole tattoo being permanent thing. All you need is a little warm water and some sulfuric acid. It'll come right off.
That wasn't smart! lol. I tried the same thing when I was in middle school....luckily it didn't take. Besides covering it with another tat...I would look at laser removal. It's supposed to take the ink out and it's become to prevalent now that I think it's not as expensive as you would think. Especially if the tat is small.
ABSOLUTELY DO NOT PUT SULFURIC ACID ON YOUR SKIN. You would end up with a very nasty scar. It would burn your skin.Mixing H2SO4 with water is not exactly bright either. If you slowly dribble the acid into the water it will generate a lot of heat. If you pour the water into the acid. It will generate heat and may cause the water to boil and throw acid in your face.The acid is more dense then the water. So the water will sink to the bottom as it is being heated by the acid.
I just got a tattoo on friday and now i hate it how do i get rid of it? any surfire ways like suntanning?
or maybe peeling the scab? I really hate it and got it less than 5 days ago what do i do! help!
only by laser u can remove.
sun tanning will not help at all. The only way is to go for one of those lazer treatment. Heard its painful though. The other way , if you like is to cover up the tatoo with another...just an idea..
It's there unless you have it removed with a laser. That is painful and even more expensive. Let it heal and look into a cover up that you like ... Think long and hard about it. Tanning doesn't get rid of tattoos, only fades and makes them look crappy. One question: why did you get it to begin with? I spent a couple years thinking before I got mine to be sure that I'd love it. Hope it all works out for you.
Hi Mandy, That's why you have to be sure of the tattoo you pick. If you were not sure on what you picked, you should of waited and made your mind up before having the tattoo put on your body. I have 6 tats myself and i love all 6. I even had the artist to make a special lower back tat and it came out beauitful. The only way to remove a tattoo is by laser. That will hurt twice as much as getting a tattoo and it will leave a scar to boot. Or you could have a well know tattoo artist in your area try and redo the tat you hate. You decide what is best for you.
I'd reinforce what others have said; it would be very unwise to try peeling off the scab in an attempt to 'remove' your tattoo - this may well take out some of the colour, but it most certainly won't evenly remove the whole thing. It'll just make it look bad. And if there's one thing worse than a tattoo you don't like, it's a bad tattoo you don't like. The same goes for all the other things you're supposed to avoid while your tattoo is healing. If you soak it in water, or go out in full sun, you may manage to mess it up a bit, but it'll still be there, and just as permanent. You could also potentially be putting yourself at risk of other negative consequences, such as infection, by messing about with your aftercare. And in terms of tanning, we all know that too much sun is bad for the skin at the best of times, but it certainly won't magically completely remove your tattoo. The best advice I can give you is this. For the time being, look after your tattoo carefully, and follow the aftercare regime your artist recommended. Yes, I know you don't like it, but you'll like it even less if it's a mess. The only really effective way of removing a tattoo is through laser treatments and these are very expensive, and it may be a while before you can afford them. For the time being, look after yourself by looking after your tattoo. The other thing I would say is, give it a bit of time. It's something of a shock getting a tattoo, particularly if it's your first one, and added to that it probably looks pretty peculiar and scabby at this point because it's still healing. I've never regretted any of my tattoos, but I do remember that for quite a while after I got my first one it used to make me jump whenever I caught sight of it in the mirror, because I'd forgotten about it, and wasn't expecting to see it there! I wonder whether you may be experiencing something similar to this. It may mean that you regret getting your tattoo, and if you do that's a perfectly legitimate way to feel about it and I'm not going to tell you you're stupid or should have expected this or any of the other negative things some previous answerers have said. If it's how you feel, it's a shame, but there it is. But I would encourage you to not panic about it, and to give your tattoo a chance. I remember that "eek! What's that on my arm! Oh, it's a tattoo..." feeling pretty well - and when I got my first tattoo I was working in a tattoo studio and completely used to being around tattooed people!
only by laser u can remove.
sun tanning will not help at all. The only way is to go for one of those lazer treatment. Heard its painful though. The other way , if you like is to cover up the tatoo with another...just an idea..
It's there unless you have it removed with a laser. That is painful and even more expensive. Let it heal and look into a cover up that you like ... Think long and hard about it. Tanning doesn't get rid of tattoos, only fades and makes them look crappy. One question: why did you get it to begin with? I spent a couple years thinking before I got mine to be sure that I'd love it. Hope it all works out for you.
Hi Mandy, That's why you have to be sure of the tattoo you pick. If you were not sure on what you picked, you should of waited and made your mind up before having the tattoo put on your body. I have 6 tats myself and i love all 6. I even had the artist to make a special lower back tat and it came out beauitful. The only way to remove a tattoo is by laser. That will hurt twice as much as getting a tattoo and it will leave a scar to boot. Or you could have a well know tattoo artist in your area try and redo the tat you hate. You decide what is best for you.
I'd reinforce what others have said; it would be very unwise to try peeling off the scab in an attempt to 'remove' your tattoo - this may well take out some of the colour, but it most certainly won't evenly remove the whole thing. It'll just make it look bad. And if there's one thing worse than a tattoo you don't like, it's a bad tattoo you don't like. The same goes for all the other things you're supposed to avoid while your tattoo is healing. If you soak it in water, or go out in full sun, you may manage to mess it up a bit, but it'll still be there, and just as permanent. You could also potentially be putting yourself at risk of other negative consequences, such as infection, by messing about with your aftercare. And in terms of tanning, we all know that too much sun is bad for the skin at the best of times, but it certainly won't magically completely remove your tattoo. The best advice I can give you is this. For the time being, look after your tattoo carefully, and follow the aftercare regime your artist recommended. Yes, I know you don't like it, but you'll like it even less if it's a mess. The only really effective way of removing a tattoo is through laser treatments and these are very expensive, and it may be a while before you can afford them. For the time being, look after yourself by looking after your tattoo. The other thing I would say is, give it a bit of time. It's something of a shock getting a tattoo, particularly if it's your first one, and added to that it probably looks pretty peculiar and scabby at this point because it's still healing. I've never regretted any of my tattoos, but I do remember that for quite a while after I got my first one it used to make me jump whenever I caught sight of it in the mirror, because I'd forgotten about it, and wasn't expecting to see it there! I wonder whether you may be experiencing something similar to this. It may mean that you regret getting your tattoo, and if you do that's a perfectly legitimate way to feel about it and I'm not going to tell you you're stupid or should have expected this or any of the other negative things some previous answerers have said. If it's how you feel, it's a shame, but there it is. But I would encourage you to not panic about it, and to give your tattoo a chance. I remember that "eek! What's that on my arm! Oh, it's a tattoo..." feeling pretty well - and when I got my first tattoo I was working in a tattoo studio and completely used to being around tattooed people!
I got a tattoo on my lower back 11 days ago and now have alot of pimples around it. How do I get rid of them?
I followed the tattoo artist's directions for aftercare and still got these. I've never had acne, and always have had good skin. Has anyone else ever had this problem and if so, what did you do about it?
I got a huge piece on my back and i had the same problem.Your most likely not alergic.I thought i was alergic to the inc to but i have had 5 tattoos done before that and never had the problem it went away after i sused my girlfriends skin care stuff so just find the right product for your skin and you should be fine.
it could means several things......the tattoo place did not use clean and sanitary needles, sounds to me you have razor bumps....or you have a allergic reaction from the ink...after the second day it should of been itching from the healing process...it may get infected...go to back to the tattoo place and let them explain what happened.I have several tattoos and one on my lower back and that did not happen....it just itch as it was healing....
You might be allergic to something in the tattoo itself, but it's probably something you're applying over it. When I got my first tattoo a year ago I was given A&D ointment to apply on the tattoo, and after a couple days of using it I had the same problem you're having. It turns out a couple of the people I had talked to that have tattoos had the same problem when they used it. Not saying it does that to all people, but some just tend to have reactions to it. I stopped using the ointment and switched to Neosporin and had no more problems. I would recommend looking for alternatives to products you're putting on the tattoo (like I did with the neosporin) and try using them for a week or two and see if the problem doesn't resolve itself. Hope that helps!
I had the same thing happen with one of mine. After 11 days I assume you are using some sort of lotion to keep the skin from drying out...I was using Lubriderm and began noticing small pimples forming. I switched to Black Cat Aftercare Lotion and haven't had a problem since. I left the link below if you wish to find out more info. Good Luck
i am working on getting a backpiece done and every time i get my tattoo worked on a little bit, after it heals i get a lot of clogged pores on my back. i think it has to do with the newly healed skin and scabs having been there. it always goes away after about a week. just wash with a facewash that has salycilic acid in it. hope that helps!
Your going to have to buy some creme/ointment.Or ask a doctor about the situation.Or otherwise,try to ask someone ( if they have gotten a tactoo) did the same thing happen to them.
I got a huge piece on my back and i had the same problem.Your most likely not alergic.I thought i was alergic to the inc to but i have had 5 tattoos done before that and never had the problem it went away after i sused my girlfriends skin care stuff so just find the right product for your skin and you should be fine.
it could means several things......the tattoo place did not use clean and sanitary needles, sounds to me you have razor bumps....or you have a allergic reaction from the ink...after the second day it should of been itching from the healing process...it may get infected...go to back to the tattoo place and let them explain what happened.I have several tattoos and one on my lower back and that did not happen....it just itch as it was healing....
You might be allergic to something in the tattoo itself, but it's probably something you're applying over it. When I got my first tattoo a year ago I was given A&D ointment to apply on the tattoo, and after a couple days of using it I had the same problem you're having. It turns out a couple of the people I had talked to that have tattoos had the same problem when they used it. Not saying it does that to all people, but some just tend to have reactions to it. I stopped using the ointment and switched to Neosporin and had no more problems. I would recommend looking for alternatives to products you're putting on the tattoo (like I did with the neosporin) and try using them for a week or two and see if the problem doesn't resolve itself. Hope that helps!
I had the same thing happen with one of mine. After 11 days I assume you are using some sort of lotion to keep the skin from drying out...I was using Lubriderm and began noticing small pimples forming. I switched to Black Cat Aftercare Lotion and haven't had a problem since. I left the link below if you wish to find out more info. Good Luck
i am working on getting a backpiece done and every time i get my tattoo worked on a little bit, after it heals i get a lot of clogged pores on my back. i think it has to do with the newly healed skin and scabs having been there. it always goes away after about a week. just wash with a facewash that has salycilic acid in it. hope that helps!
Your going to have to buy some creme/ointment.Or ask a doctor about the situation.Or otherwise,try to ask someone ( if they have gotten a tactoo) did the same thing happen to them.
I was a freakin idiot and got a tattoo last night. I hate it! How do I get rid of it?!?!?!?
I have bipolar disorder and when i get depressed or really happy I do really stupid stuff I wind up regretting. Well, last night I went, on a whim, and got a tattoo. I hate it! Its on my lower back and is pink and purple and a heart and fire and tribal and ugh. I need to get rid of it, and fast! Keep in mind I'm a college student with like no money. What do I do!?!!?! If my parents find out, I'm going to lose everything-- they strongly frown on tattoos and peircings, which normally I do too. What do I do!!?!?!?! :'(
yeah, I do take meds for it, but when it kicks in, i either get so happy i don't think i need them, or so depressed i say whats the point?
Well you can at some point get laser removal, but that costs an insane amount of money. You can always cover it up with something bigger that you like.
you go to the doctor and get medication for your disorder. that thing is permanent. start saving your money and look into getting it removed.
it's to late now go to the doc and get put on meds to straiten you out and them save up for the removal and It is quite spendy to bad its a hard lesson to learn good luck
If you have bi polar and your parents know then they may be more understanding than you think. Be sure to wear clothes that will cover it up and tell your parents so that keeping a secret from them won't be so stressful.Get to a doctor and get meds for your bi polar and then when you have done that....start looking into getting it removed.
Sweetie, I hate to be the bearer of bad news but once it's on there's no coming off of the tattoo. You can continue on with your life and just kinda let it grow on you or you can drive yourself crazy on trying to come up with the thousands of dollars it's gonna cost to get it laserly removed... Good luck to you and what ever you decide but if I were you, I'd forget about it. It's a lesson learned only you found out the hard way.
The only way to remove a tattoo is laser surgery. It's expensive so obviouly that's not going to help you right now, but start saving your money so you can remove it later.
For the meantime, you have a couple of options. Since the tatt is on the lower back, which is a pretty good spot, you can hide it easily, just don't wear crop tops.
You could also talk to an artist and see about getting a touch up job, to make the tatt more pleasing, it could also be done easily and would cost far less than surgery.
Also, take care of your tattoo, you don't want scarring or an infection, which will cost you a whole lot more. So it's best to apply ointment for the meantime so you don't end up with an even bigger mess.Sorry, but there's no other way, and certainly no way of removing it fast and without money.
my sister and nephew are bi-polar. they both take their meds, but like you do some crazy stuff. just tell your parents what you did, and don't make yourself crazy over it. you will have to wait until it's healed before you can do anything. honestly the scarring from laser removal is more ugly than most tattoo's i've seen. i have ten, plan on getting more.
too late now...it is permanent and the only thing you can do is go thru a very costly thing called laser to have it removed.. It is why you must thing about getting one for a long time before you actually do it.
You can't just remove a tattoo. The process like others have said is expensive, painful and timely ... often leaving scars. Even that can't be done until it's healed. At least it's some where you can hide until you can afford a good cover up if that's what you want and tell your parents it was beyond your control in one of the moods. If they've had to cope with the disorder too then they should partly understand but you really do need to take your meds even if you are happy ... Regulating swings between depression and happy is what they are for.
Well,the only real way to get rid of it is to get laser treatmens or surgery to have that tattooed skin cut off. Either option costs a lot of money. Laser treatment patients usually need anywhere between 5-12 visits to fully get rid of that tattoo and they have to be at least 2-3 weeks apart for ample healing time. These treatments can cost in the thousands, along with the surgery. They both cost a lot. The only other option is to tattoo over it with a better design, but I read that you didn't like having any tattoos. Start saving your money now to have laser treatments. In the mean time, there are tattoo makeup kits that will completly cover the tattoo and blend into your skin. Dermablend works well too, you can buy it at Sephora. It can get pretty pricey b/c its a more expensive makeup brand. Sorry, there aren't any quick inexpensive fixes.
There are ways to remove a tattoo without laser..... I know I have done them and they DO work but are painful.If you are going to see a therapist - I would not suggest using these methods because they may think you are sucidial.
yeah, I do take meds for it, but when it kicks in, i either get so happy i don't think i need them, or so depressed i say whats the point?
Well you can at some point get laser removal, but that costs an insane amount of money. You can always cover it up with something bigger that you like.
you go to the doctor and get medication for your disorder. that thing is permanent. start saving your money and look into getting it removed.
it's to late now go to the doc and get put on meds to straiten you out and them save up for the removal and It is quite spendy to bad its a hard lesson to learn good luck
If you have bi polar and your parents know then they may be more understanding than you think. Be sure to wear clothes that will cover it up and tell your parents so that keeping a secret from them won't be so stressful.Get to a doctor and get meds for your bi polar and then when you have done that....start looking into getting it removed.
Sweetie, I hate to be the bearer of bad news but once it's on there's no coming off of the tattoo. You can continue on with your life and just kinda let it grow on you or you can drive yourself crazy on trying to come up with the thousands of dollars it's gonna cost to get it laserly removed... Good luck to you and what ever you decide but if I were you, I'd forget about it. It's a lesson learned only you found out the hard way.
The only way to remove a tattoo is laser surgery. It's expensive so obviouly that's not going to help you right now, but start saving your money so you can remove it later.
For the meantime, you have a couple of options. Since the tatt is on the lower back, which is a pretty good spot, you can hide it easily, just don't wear crop tops.
You could also talk to an artist and see about getting a touch up job, to make the tatt more pleasing, it could also be done easily and would cost far less than surgery.
Also, take care of your tattoo, you don't want scarring or an infection, which will cost you a whole lot more. So it's best to apply ointment for the meantime so you don't end up with an even bigger mess.Sorry, but there's no other way, and certainly no way of removing it fast and without money.
my sister and nephew are bi-polar. they both take their meds, but like you do some crazy stuff. just tell your parents what you did, and don't make yourself crazy over it. you will have to wait until it's healed before you can do anything. honestly the scarring from laser removal is more ugly than most tattoo's i've seen. i have ten, plan on getting more.
too late now...it is permanent and the only thing you can do is go thru a very costly thing called laser to have it removed.. It is why you must thing about getting one for a long time before you actually do it.
You can't just remove a tattoo. The process like others have said is expensive, painful and timely ... often leaving scars. Even that can't be done until it's healed. At least it's some where you can hide until you can afford a good cover up if that's what you want and tell your parents it was beyond your control in one of the moods. If they've had to cope with the disorder too then they should partly understand but you really do need to take your meds even if you are happy ... Regulating swings between depression and happy is what they are for.
Well,the only real way to get rid of it is to get laser treatmens or surgery to have that tattooed skin cut off. Either option costs a lot of money. Laser treatment patients usually need anywhere between 5-12 visits to fully get rid of that tattoo and they have to be at least 2-3 weeks apart for ample healing time. These treatments can cost in the thousands, along with the surgery. They both cost a lot. The only other option is to tattoo over it with a better design, but I read that you didn't like having any tattoos. Start saving your money now to have laser treatments. In the mean time, there are tattoo makeup kits that will completly cover the tattoo and blend into your skin. Dermablend works well too, you can buy it at Sephora. It can get pretty pricey b/c its a more expensive makeup brand. Sorry, there aren't any quick inexpensive fixes.
There are ways to remove a tattoo without laser..... I know I have done them and they DO work but are painful.If you are going to see a therapist - I would not suggest using these methods because they may think you are sucidial.
I've just gotten a tattoo, and now I've got a rash from the a+d ointment. How do I get rid of this rash?
I've already stopped using the A+D and it's scabbing and flaking like normal, but I just want this nasty rash to go away...any advice?
I had this exact same problem when I used A &D on my tattoo's. For me it's from using a product with petrolatum in it on my skin for an extended pierod of time.... what I did that helped is I washed with a mild anti-bacterial soap, then instead of using A&D or lotion that has petrolatum (most body lotions do). I used a face lotion for sensative skin, the kind with no dyes or perfumes. When I got my next tattoo I didn't use A&D or body lotion, I used face lotion, and I didn't break out.
For now, instead of A & D ointment use an unscented, mild hand lotion. This shouldn't create any more irritation and therefore allow your body to heal itself. It the rash doesn't go away in a few days see your doctor.
Have two tat's myself, good to stop the A&D ointment.the best thind to use is plain vasoline jelly. helps the healing, with the dry skin which in turns helps with the itching. keep it out of the sun and don't go in pools. the chlorine is bad for it.
I would leave it for now. Make sure your washing it good and use a not fragrance lotion on it for a few days. Don't use anything oily, and scratch it. Give it a few days t should be fine. I had a reaction to aqua 4 and I let it be and it was fine.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Having a tattoo on my foot removed!Laser removal?
i'm thinking of having a tattoo on my foot removed. what are my options? which is the least painful? what's the most cost effective?
awwww don't go wasting your money on that...it will just make it look worse.
I heard from family members that getting i removed is way more painful than getting a tattoo. I also think it cost a lot more.
Laser removal is costly, but effective depending on your skins quality. It doesn't always remove all of the tattoo, and sometimes it can cause the skin to become discoloured. You should approach your neasrest skin / laser clinic for a chat - they normally do that for obligation free.I don't recomend having it cut out - it causes bad scarring. Another option is bleaching it out (but thats a hard treatment to find anywhere) You could ask a podiatrist for info on that, or you could even get another tattoo design tattooed over the top of it.Personally - I think lasering is a better option because of the results you get.
I think your "option" is laser. It is allegedly painful, costly, and not completely undetectable. The tattoo may be gone but anyone looking will know you used to have one.
Here's the basic scoop on tat removal since it's on your foot....socks are a nice cheap option but if you really want it gone consider Cover Up Jobs by an exceptional artist. You want a good one for that kind of work, and take your time with the decision, because taking time is the best way to prevent a regretfull tat to begin with.Tattoo removal is most commonly performed using lasers that react with the ink in the tattoo, and break it down. The broken-down ink is then absorbed by the body, mimicking the natural fading that time or sun exposure would create. This technique often requires many repeated visits to remove even a small tattoo, and may result in permanent scarring. The newer Q-switched lasers are said by the National Institute of Health to result in scarring only rarely, however, and are usually used only after a topical anaesthetic has been applied. The NIH recognizes five types of tattoo; amateur, professional, cosmetic, medical, and traumatic (or natural). Amateur tattoos are easier and quicker to remove, usually, than professional tattoos. Areas with thin skin will be more likely to scar than thicker-skinned areas. There are several types of Q-switched lasers, and each is effective at removing a different range of the color spectrum.Some wearers opt to cover an unwanted tattoo with a new tattoo. This is commonly known as a cover-up. An artfully done cover-up may render the old tattoo completely invisible, though this will depend largely on the size, style, colours and techniques used on the old tattoo. Some shops and artists use laser removal machines to break down and lighten undesired tattoos to make coverage with a new tattoo easier. Since tattoo ink is translucent, covering up a previous tattoo necessitates darker tones in the new tattoo to effectively hide the older, unwanted piece.
Laser RemovalToday, lasers are the most common method of tattoo removal. They work by targeting the ink with pulses of highly concentrated light that break the ink into tiny fragments, which are then cleared away the your own immune system. However, this isn’t all done with just one treatment. The more treatments you have, the more the laser can penetrate to destroy the ink. But, the more treatments you have, the more damage you do to your skin, causing painful blisters and scabs that can eventually lead to scarring. Experts in removal therapy say that technology has advanced to the point where scarring is minimal, sometimes non-existant, but this can vary depending on the situation. On top of being physically painful (it has been described as feeling like being splattered with hot grease), laser removal can be painful to your wallet as well. Depending on your tattoo, you may need anywhere from 1-10 sessions, each costing in the range of $250-$850 per session. A large, professional tattoo in color could cost thousands of dollars to remove, and the effectiveness of the removal still isn’t guaranteed. Intense Pulsed Light TherapyIntense Pulsed Light Therapy, or IPL, is the newest and greatest dermal enhancer currently being used. Instead of laser light, it uses high intensity light in pretty much the same manner. A gel is applied to the skin and then a wand is used to emit pulses of light onto the skin area being treated. This method is said to be less painful than laser therapy, and more effective, resulting in less total treatment sessions. The bad news is that it also carries a heftier price tag – one clinic offering a price of $10 per pulse. Depending on how many pulses per session your tattoo requires, this could add up to a significant amount of money. Other Medical MethodsThere are other methods of tattoo removal, but most of them are so painful and ineffective that laser removal replaced them as soon as it became available. These other methods include dermabrasion, which would actually “sand” away the top layer of skin through abrasive friction. Another method is excision, where the tattoo would be cut away and the skin sewn back together. These methods have proved to cause much damage to the skin and result in severe scarring, and are only used today in extreme cases where laser surgery is not an option. there is a tattoo removal cream-TatBGone it takes about 2 months for it to work at a cost of $120.00Or Dermablend concealing makeup covers the tattoo.
awwww don't go wasting your money on that...it will just make it look worse.
I heard from family members that getting i removed is way more painful than getting a tattoo. I also think it cost a lot more.
Laser removal is costly, but effective depending on your skins quality. It doesn't always remove all of the tattoo, and sometimes it can cause the skin to become discoloured. You should approach your neasrest skin / laser clinic for a chat - they normally do that for obligation free.I don't recomend having it cut out - it causes bad scarring. Another option is bleaching it out (but thats a hard treatment to find anywhere) You could ask a podiatrist for info on that, or you could even get another tattoo design tattooed over the top of it.Personally - I think lasering is a better option because of the results you get.
I think your "option" is laser. It is allegedly painful, costly, and not completely undetectable. The tattoo may be gone but anyone looking will know you used to have one.
Here's the basic scoop on tat removal since it's on your foot....socks are a nice cheap option but if you really want it gone consider Cover Up Jobs by an exceptional artist. You want a good one for that kind of work, and take your time with the decision, because taking time is the best way to prevent a regretfull tat to begin with.Tattoo removal is most commonly performed using lasers that react with the ink in the tattoo, and break it down. The broken-down ink is then absorbed by the body, mimicking the natural fading that time or sun exposure would create. This technique often requires many repeated visits to remove even a small tattoo, and may result in permanent scarring. The newer Q-switched lasers are said by the National Institute of Health to result in scarring only rarely, however, and are usually used only after a topical anaesthetic has been applied. The NIH recognizes five types of tattoo; amateur, professional, cosmetic, medical, and traumatic (or natural). Amateur tattoos are easier and quicker to remove, usually, than professional tattoos. Areas with thin skin will be more likely to scar than thicker-skinned areas. There are several types of Q-switched lasers, and each is effective at removing a different range of the color spectrum.Some wearers opt to cover an unwanted tattoo with a new tattoo. This is commonly known as a cover-up. An artfully done cover-up may render the old tattoo completely invisible, though this will depend largely on the size, style, colours and techniques used on the old tattoo. Some shops and artists use laser removal machines to break down and lighten undesired tattoos to make coverage with a new tattoo easier. Since tattoo ink is translucent, covering up a previous tattoo necessitates darker tones in the new tattoo to effectively hide the older, unwanted piece.
Laser RemovalToday, lasers are the most common method of tattoo removal. They work by targeting the ink with pulses of highly concentrated light that break the ink into tiny fragments, which are then cleared away the your own immune system. However, this isn’t all done with just one treatment. The more treatments you have, the more the laser can penetrate to destroy the ink. But, the more treatments you have, the more damage you do to your skin, causing painful blisters and scabs that can eventually lead to scarring. Experts in removal therapy say that technology has advanced to the point where scarring is minimal, sometimes non-existant, but this can vary depending on the situation. On top of being physically painful (it has been described as feeling like being splattered with hot grease), laser removal can be painful to your wallet as well. Depending on your tattoo, you may need anywhere from 1-10 sessions, each costing in the range of $250-$850 per session. A large, professional tattoo in color could cost thousands of dollars to remove, and the effectiveness of the removal still isn’t guaranteed. Intense Pulsed Light TherapyIntense Pulsed Light Therapy, or IPL, is the newest and greatest dermal enhancer currently being used. Instead of laser light, it uses high intensity light in pretty much the same manner. A gel is applied to the skin and then a wand is used to emit pulses of light onto the skin area being treated. This method is said to be less painful than laser therapy, and more effective, resulting in less total treatment sessions. The bad news is that it also carries a heftier price tag – one clinic offering a price of $10 per pulse. Depending on how many pulses per session your tattoo requires, this could add up to a significant amount of money. Other Medical MethodsThere are other methods of tattoo removal, but most of them are so painful and ineffective that laser removal replaced them as soon as it became available. These other methods include dermabrasion, which would actually “sand” away the top layer of skin through abrasive friction. Another method is excision, where the tattoo would be cut away and the skin sewn back together. These methods have proved to cause much damage to the skin and result in severe scarring, and are only used today in extreme cases where laser surgery is not an option. there is a tattoo removal cream-TatBGone it takes about 2 months for it to work at a cost of $120.00Or Dermablend concealing makeup covers the tattoo.
whats the best way to remove a tattoo?will it go away faster if its new?
whats the best way to remove a tattoo?will it go away faster if its new?
they came out with this new creme recently to remove tattoos.. i heard it on the radio a few times but im not sure what its called but it def. exisits. everyday you just put the lotion on your tattoo and over time it slowly fades and its totally painless.. i guess if you need to get rid of it quick then the laser treatment would be best but if you dont mind waiting for it to fade i would def. suggest the creme.
Painful lasor treatment, costing you up to 1000 dollars total when it's done completely. You can get a numbing gel prior to treatments. Takes up to 7 or 8 times. Each time you have a treatment you will slowly see it go away. After 6 weeks or so, go in again for another treatment. You have to keep the area free from the sun, tanning could cause it to go white in that area. Certain colors fade quicker, can't remember which ones. Blue i think is hard to get rid of.
Laser removal. It doesn't matter how new the tattoo is. The cost will be much more than the tattoo and the pain of removal will be more than getting the tattoo as well.
Why don't you just get it covered up? If you go in to a good reputable shop, they should be able to look at it, and come up with some ideas to tattoo over it. In most cases you can't even see the original tattoo.
they came out with this new creme recently to remove tattoos.. i heard it on the radio a few times but im not sure what its called but it def. exisits. everyday you just put the lotion on your tattoo and over time it slowly fades and its totally painless.. i guess if you need to get rid of it quick then the laser treatment would be best but if you dont mind waiting for it to fade i would def. suggest the creme.
Painful lasor treatment, costing you up to 1000 dollars total when it's done completely. You can get a numbing gel prior to treatments. Takes up to 7 or 8 times. Each time you have a treatment you will slowly see it go away. After 6 weeks or so, go in again for another treatment. You have to keep the area free from the sun, tanning could cause it to go white in that area. Certain colors fade quicker, can't remember which ones. Blue i think is hard to get rid of.
Laser removal. It doesn't matter how new the tattoo is. The cost will be much more than the tattoo and the pain of removal will be more than getting the tattoo as well.
Why don't you just get it covered up? If you go in to a good reputable shop, they should be able to look at it, and come up with some ideas to tattoo over it. In most cases you can't even see the original tattoo.
Anyone know where theres a great safe and sanitary place to get a tattoo removed in or around the Bay Area?!
Anyone know where theres a great safe and sanitary place to get a tattoo removed in or around the Bay Area?!I'm talking about is there a place in the Bay Area meaning San Francisco, San Jose etc.
finally someone asked cause i have a great answer with out surgrylisten if they have like tattoo ink the color of your skin cover the tatto up with that inkit is like permenit make up 10 points plzsome peeps think that tthe only solution is surgury think outside the box people
Whoa!!!! The so called 'Bay Area' is the WORST place to get a tattoo...specifically because it is the most painful place to get one removed from!Let this be a lesson to all those reading this!!!! Do like your mother told you and respect your 'Bay Area' til the day you die. It is SPECIAL and you shouldn't go putting it in strangers' faces or letting them dirty it up with ink.
If I am seeking to have a tattoo removed via laser, who should I consult? A dermatologist?
yeah I would go the dermatoligist route. if they can't help you, they would know who could.
finally someone asked cause i have a great answer with out surgrylisten if they have like tattoo ink the color of your skin cover the tatto up with that inkit is like permenit make up 10 points plzsome peeps think that tthe only solution is surgury think outside the box people
Whoa!!!! The so called 'Bay Area' is the WORST place to get a tattoo...specifically because it is the most painful place to get one removed from!Let this be a lesson to all those reading this!!!! Do like your mother told you and respect your 'Bay Area' til the day you die. It is SPECIAL and you shouldn't go putting it in strangers' faces or letting them dirty it up with ink.
If I am seeking to have a tattoo removed via laser, who should I consult? A dermatologist?
yeah I would go the dermatoligist route. if they can't help you, they would know who could.
how much will that cost to be removed and how many lessons?
i have a tattoo that is just black ink and is an 1 inch in size how much will that cost to be removed and how many lessons.
The "home remedies" that are on the market don't work.Laser sessions are at least $100 and you will have to go back several times.....the pain is worse than getting a tat,and it will leave a scar.Have you tried to just come up with an idea and get a cover up?
there is a product on the market that fades a tatoo in a couple of months. i'm sorry, i don't know the name!
it's all going to depend on what doctor you see. the dermatologist that i saw about removing my tattoo wanted $375 a session and said it would take about 4-6 sessions and my tattoo is just black ink and about one and a half inches.
getting it removed is just going to have a scar of what was there i will never get rid of it
The "home remedies" that are on the market don't work.Laser sessions are at least $100 and you will have to go back several times.....the pain is worse than getting a tat,and it will leave a scar.Have you tried to just come up with an idea and get a cover up?
there is a product on the market that fades a tatoo in a couple of months. i'm sorry, i don't know the name!
it's all going to depend on what doctor you see. the dermatologist that i saw about removing my tattoo wanted $375 a session and said it would take about 4-6 sessions and my tattoo is just black ink and about one and a half inches.
getting it removed is just going to have a scar of what was there i will never get rid of it
how do you get rid of a tattoo on your own? its really small
how do you get rid of a tattoo on your own? its really small
try this cream you can apply yourself. don't know anyone who has used it, but it's supposed to work. you can get more info on their website below.
you cant, if your lucky you can pay lots of money to have it removed and maybe have a scar or not completely removed at all.
Sand paper, but it will hurt like hell and most likely get infected. I guess that is why they say they are PERMANENT, durrrrrrrrr!
The only way to do it is to tan the area. Tanning lotions will not work. You must go to a tanning booth or get out in the sun. The process usually takes 10 to 15 years, but that is the only way without medical intervention or just covering it up with makeup.
laser machine can get rid of it quickly. Not only doctors have them. Some social agencies remove gang insignia tattoos as first step to rehabilitation.Phone a social agency and chase one down. Or phone a med. clinic.Whatever method you resort to, yourself, probably will leave a scar and may get infected. It's not worth the savings.
Why would you want to? Laser tattoo removal isn't hugely expensive anymore (and works better than it used to due to new types of lasers.) I know someone who had his lightened to almost unnoticable in two sittings. It cost a total of about $400 and because you have to wait 6-8 weeks between sittings, you don't have to come up with all the money at once.Depending on what it is, where it is and why you want to get rid of it, you might consider a cover-up as well. My sis had an awful one done years ago by a boyfriend who was an aspiring tattoo artist (my bet is he is NOT making his living that way today!) She recently had it covered up with something beautiful and if I didn't know for a fact that the old one was under there, I'd never believe it.
It's not gonna happen, sorry. The easiest solution would be to get a cover up, that will hurt less than getting the tattoo removed. Is it just a tattoo that you hate? or do you just not want to have a tattoo any more? Tattoo's are forever, permenant, maybe you should keep it as a reminder of permenance, even when its something you hate.
you don't.i have one that i had removed- it was fairly small- a dolphin on my ankle...the originally $35 dolphin cost me over $1500 to get removed.... and they gave me discounts after the first 5 or 6 treatments. i still have a shadow of the thing left, it looks like a faded bruise now.I tell people that they better be really really really sure they want a tattoo, as it's awfully expensive to get removed.* if you only have the black color, it will come out easily, my outline was gone in 1-2 visits, but the turquiose color took forever to get out.go get a consult & they will tell you what to expect.
If it's small enough and not in a very visible area (your face) go to the tatto parlor and have them cover it up by trying to match your skin tone. It works best if you have darker skin. Also keep in mind that if that area gets a lot of sun, the covered area will not match the changes in skin color.
try this cream you can apply yourself. don't know anyone who has used it, but it's supposed to work. you can get more info on their website below.
you cant, if your lucky you can pay lots of money to have it removed and maybe have a scar or not completely removed at all.
Sand paper, but it will hurt like hell and most likely get infected. I guess that is why they say they are PERMANENT, durrrrrrrrr!
The only way to do it is to tan the area. Tanning lotions will not work. You must go to a tanning booth or get out in the sun. The process usually takes 10 to 15 years, but that is the only way without medical intervention or just covering it up with makeup.
laser machine can get rid of it quickly. Not only doctors have them. Some social agencies remove gang insignia tattoos as first step to rehabilitation.Phone a social agency and chase one down. Or phone a med. clinic.Whatever method you resort to, yourself, probably will leave a scar and may get infected. It's not worth the savings.
Why would you want to? Laser tattoo removal isn't hugely expensive anymore (and works better than it used to due to new types of lasers.) I know someone who had his lightened to almost unnoticable in two sittings. It cost a total of about $400 and because you have to wait 6-8 weeks between sittings, you don't have to come up with all the money at once.Depending on what it is, where it is and why you want to get rid of it, you might consider a cover-up as well. My sis had an awful one done years ago by a boyfriend who was an aspiring tattoo artist (my bet is he is NOT making his living that way today!) She recently had it covered up with something beautiful and if I didn't know for a fact that the old one was under there, I'd never believe it.
It's not gonna happen, sorry. The easiest solution would be to get a cover up, that will hurt less than getting the tattoo removed. Is it just a tattoo that you hate? or do you just not want to have a tattoo any more? Tattoo's are forever, permenant, maybe you should keep it as a reminder of permenance, even when its something you hate.
you don't.i have one that i had removed- it was fairly small- a dolphin on my ankle...the originally $35 dolphin cost me over $1500 to get removed.... and they gave me discounts after the first 5 or 6 treatments. i still have a shadow of the thing left, it looks like a faded bruise now.I tell people that they better be really really really sure they want a tattoo, as it's awfully expensive to get removed.* if you only have the black color, it will come out easily, my outline was gone in 1-2 visits, but the turquiose color took forever to get out.go get a consult & they will tell you what to expect.
If it's small enough and not in a very visible area (your face) go to the tatto parlor and have them cover it up by trying to match your skin tone. It works best if you have darker skin. Also keep in mind that if that area gets a lot of sun, the covered area will not match the changes in skin color.
Tattoo Removal - Options and Alternatives
About Laser Removal and Other Removal MethodsThere are a lot of reasons for possibly wanting a tattoo removed – the positive element of tattoo removal is that you are no longer burdened with a tattoo you seriously regret. If a tattoo is holding you back from getting a job you want or keeps you from attaining goals you have set for yourself, a little pain and scarring may be worth it to you. If you have a gang-related tattoo and are no longer associating yourself with that gang or any gang (good for you!), it would be in your best interests to have it removed. If you have a tattoo that symbolizes hate or prejudice, I hope that you will decide that it is time to let it go. If you are wearing a tattoo of a past love and now you have a new special person in your life, it would be unkind to your new love NOT to get rid of the old tattoo.If you have a tattoo that you wish to have partially or completely removed, you should first consider your options and decide which method might be best for you.Laser RemovalToday, lasers are the most common method of tattoo removal. They work by targeting the ink with pulses of highly concentrated light that break the ink into tiny fragments, which are then cleared away the your own immune system. However, this isn’t all done with just one treatment. The more treatments you have, the more the laser can penetrate to destroy the ink. But, the more treatments you have, the more damage you do to your skin, causing painful blisters and scabs that can eventually lead to scarring. Experts in removal therapy say that technology has advanced to the point where scarring is minimal, sometimes non-existant, but this can vary depending on the situation.On top of being physically painful (it has been described as feeling like being splattered with hot grease), laser removal can be painful to your wallet as well. Depending on your tattoo, you may need anywhere from 1-10 sessions, each costing in the range of $250-$850 per session. A large, professional tattoo in color could cost thousands of dollars to remove, and the effectiveness of the removal still isn’t guaranteed.Intense Pulsed Light TherapyIntense Pulsed Light Therapy, or IPL, is the newest and greatest dermal enhancer currently being used. Instead of laser light, it uses high intensity light in pretty much the same manner. A gel is applied to the skin and then a wand is used to emit pulses of light onto the skin area being treated. This method is said to be less painful than laser therapy, and more effective, resulting in less total treatment sessions. The bad news is that it also carries a heftier price tag – one clinic offering a price of $10 per pulse. Depending on how many pulses per session your tattoo requires, this could add up to a significant amount of money.Other Medical MethodsThere are other methods of tattoo removal, but most of them are so painful and ineffective that laser removal replaced them as soon as it became available. These other methods include dermabrasion, which would actually “sand” away the top layer of skin through abrasive friction. Another method is excision, where the tattoo would be cut away and the skin sewn back together. These methods have proved to cause much damage to the skin and result in severe scarring, and are only used today in extreme cases where laser surgery is not an option.Do-It-Yourself Cream RemovalsI have not personally tested any of the at-home cream removal methods I have seen advertised – even the ones that appear right here on this website. Honestly, I would not expect a whole lot from them. However, the Tattoo Removal Institute (which I am suspicious of being connected with Tat B Gone, but I can’t prove it yet) states that they have tested a few of these products, and found a couple of them to live up to their claims. According to their research, both TatBGone and Tattoo-OFF did show significant fading of the tattoos without any pain or damage to the skin. Another website,Remove that tattoo!, also hails tattoo removal cream systems as “The only proven way to remove tattoos without surgery”. I am still very skeptical, but if you really need a tattoo removed and don’t have the money for surgery, I guess it wouldn’t hurt to try one or both of these products. It’s not chump change, though – a 2 month supply of Tat B Gone is $125, and it takes several months to get the desired results, according to the Tattoo Removal Institute. A 2 month supply of Tattoo-OFF is $116.95. So, it isn’t inexpensive by any means, but certainly a lot more affordable than laser surgery. But before you shell out any money for these products, you might want to read some of the comments that have been sent in by people who have tried them.Comments from Readers About Removal CreamsI have received a few emails from visitors to this site regarding removal creams they have tried or had some kind of experience with. Here are some of the comments I have received:* "I've been checking out several companies for tattoo removal for a young man; I contacted [the] Tat B Gone web master, requesting their business license info, local street address for checking out the local Better Business Bureau, and the address & info on their "Viking Labs" and infamous Dr. Erickson...and guess what? I haven't heard a word from Tat B Gone for 3 days. It is interesting to note, when I send a plain e-mail saying 'I want more info on your product' I got back a long, drawn out email within 2 hours. I find it strange that they are not interested in establishing the legitimacy of their company for a prospective customer."* "I just wanted to let you know that I have been using [Tat B Gone] for four months now and it hasn't done a thing to fade my tattoo.If anything I think it's made it darker, haha. Anyways I'm about to go in for laser treatment so my advice for everyone is stay away from [Tat B Gone]."# I have been using The Tat B Gone creams and have found that it has definitely faded the colors and vividness of my tattoo. I am happy that I am using it but the original reason I chose Tat B Gone is because I am looking to get a cover up done.Note: This person was happy to see some fading and wasn't looking for total removal.# You asked for pros and cons about TatBGone. I have no cons to speak of, Tat B Gone worked fine for me. I am happy with it.# I have been using Tat B Gone for about 4 months now and I am noticing that my tattoo is fading, slowly, but surely. I’ve noticed some of the shaded areas getting lighter and edges even disappearing. Another thing to note that I believe is leading to the darker outlines fading is the fact that they do not feel as bumpy as they did previously.# I want to tell you my experience with Tattoo-Off, one of the tattoo removal creams. I have been using Tattoo-Off for several months now, and I am surprised by how much my tattoo has faded. I had black lines on my tattoo, and I though that for sure they would never come off. But they actually where the first thing to start fading. After a few weeks of using the stuff there were gaps in those lines where it used to be solid. All I can say is that I am very satisfied with the rate my tattoo is fading.# I have been using Tat B Gone for nearly 4 months now and have noticed no difference at all. I have e-mailed the company a number of times now and received no reply! I am increasingly suspicious that this is all an expensive (and time-consuming) hoax. Please post this email so that no-one else will be conned like me.It seems that if you're looking for a partial fade so that you can cover up your tattoo more effectively, these products may work to an extent. But keep in mind that these abrasive chemicals can also leave scarring behind during the process, making it more difficult to tattoo over. If you're inclined to try it, just be careful!Fading with SalineSome tattoo artists can fade a tattoo by “tattooing” (not injecting) saline solution into the area where the old ink resides. This is most effective with older tattoos, and is not a reliable method for tattoo removal. However, sometimes this can be done to fade a tattoo and make it easier to cover it up with a new tattoo. There is some controversy among tattoo artists as to the effectiveness of this technique, but it poses no harm to the client and is worth a try for someone wanting to lighten an existing tattoo. Finding an artist that does this, however, may be difficult.Cover-up - An Alternative to RemovalIf you have a tattoo you just don’t like, there is an alternative to having it removed – and it’s much less painful and a lot less expensive. It’s called a cover-up, and that’s exactly what it is. A cover-up is simply having an old tattoo covered up with a new tattoo. Many tattoo artists are becoming quite skilled in doing cover-up jobs, and can help you come up with a design that you will be much happier to live with. The price is usually just the price of a regular tattoo, and when done correctly your old tattoo will be completely invisible, reduced to a memory.There are limits to cover-ups. You can’t cover something black with something yellow. A very dark tattoo will need to be covered with something dark. Areas with ink on them obviously need to be covered, so a design with too many spaces and blank areas may not work. But, with a talented cover-up artist, you can end up with a cover-up tattoo that looks as killer as these!If you’re looking to get a tattoo covered up, it’s important that you find a tattoo artist who has experience in doing them and can prove it with examples in his/her portfolio. Once a tattoo has been covered up, it’s very difficult – if not nearly impossible – to cover it up again if it’s not done right.
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