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...

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!

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.

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!!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Has anyone ever had a tattoo with black ink only and bigger then the size of your hand removed?

Has anyone ever had a tattoo with black ink only and bigger then the size of your hand removed? If so, was it painful/expensive? And did the tatttoo go away or just fade slightly?
I have had a tattoo removed, with a laser. It was about $200 per square inch. The removal hurt more than getting the actual tattoo. It felt like popping bacon grease (lol), and I could smell my flesh burning. After several sessions, the tattoo is still there, although very faded. The age, amount of color used, scarring, and how deep the ink is are all factors in how the tattoo will look afterwards.What do you mean by, "black ink only"? Is it just an outline? Was it shaded black, or solid? Have you looked into having it covered/tattooed over?

How can I cover or remove my tattoos, they are on my forearms

I have two tattoo's that were home made I got them when I was a teenager now I hate them Should I cover or remove them they are on my forearms.
It would be easier to cover them, unless you don't want visible tattoos at all. Do your research if you are going to have them removed. It takes many laser sessions to get rid of a tattoo (depending on the size), it will scar and not go away completely, and it is very expensive. Insurance doesn't cover it.

you can either have them removed, which is painful and expensive. or you can have them covered up professional with a design that you will be happy with. try going to a tattoo shop and talking with one of the artists about the possibility of either covering them up or simply having them removed.

Go to a good artist, they should be able to do a really nice cover job and save you thousands of dollars and the pain and scarring.

I have an anklet tattoo that I want removed. How do I find a good place?

I have an anklet tattoo that I want removed. How do I find a good place?
Look on the internet of course. It really depends how much you want to spend. My buddy had one removed on his hand. He went to...someplace. They charged him per visit using laser. I think...about...$300 per square inch? It is expensive, but when you see his hand now, it's like the tattoo never even existed.

What do you have on your anklet is it a boy name or something. Is it really bad that you need to get it remove I think that Tottoo is cool if that is was you want because if you wanted to get a tattoo now why do you wanted to get it remove now. How long have you have the tattoo. Just message me to let me know how it went.

alot of tattoo parlors actually have a person in house that does removal. kinda ironic, i know. but i would call around to the local shops close to you and see. other than that, check out plastic surgeons, or like the others said, look it up online and see what you can find. sorry to hear you gotta get one removed!

I had a tat removed from my finger and i went to a skin and vein center first and they did a crap job. so, i went to a cosmetic surgeon and got it removed with less visits.

Shop around, check out gang removal sites since most clinics do a lot of pro bono work, that also means they have had a lot of practice.Do your research, know which lasers are good for your skin, check doctor references (if needed), and ask for pictures!

I recently heard of Tat B Gone, How about it?

I'm looking to get a tattoo removed, but I don't trust any laser sh*t. And ahwhile ago I bought TCA, then found out it had a lot of acid in it that could scar. I recently heard of Tat B Gone, does anyone know of this? I'm getting desperate and don't know what to do. What do you think is the best possible way? PLEASE HELP!
I just went to a laser clinic in my area and paid $150 for one sesson. It didn't hurt bad at all (they gave me some topical and and ice pack to numb it beforehand). It was all over on 10 seconds. My tattoo was only a little over and inch in lenght so it was pretty small. It is fading really well. I went to have it removed on 3/16 and can already tell a big difference. Suppose to wait for 4-6 weeks for the results. I think mine will completley disapear but it all depends on the type/size of the tattoo you want removed. I am VERY happy with my decision to have laser treatment done and would reccomend this to anyone AS LONG AS THE LASER BEING USED IS THE MEDLITE C6! I did lots of research on this and it was the best one but only two places in my state have it so I chose the closest location. Hope this helps.

Tattoos are permanent, no matter what you do to try to remove them you will still have a scar, shadow or some kind of marking that will show that you once had a tattoo.Try having it tattooed over with color close to you skin tone and see if that works for you.

the only proper way is laser to get rid of the tatoounless its a really big one they won;t remove those cause it takes too long, but smaller ones they do but with laser treatment they can;t get all colors up from the skin then you will need to go to a permanent makeup artist to have the color of your skin put on so IT will cost you a small fortune so think hard before you start doing this

There is no way. Tat B gone does not work at all. Laser treatment will pull most of the color out but you can still see the outlines and some details etc...just without color. So your spending thousands of dollars for a colorless tat. $250-800 a session. 1-10 to "work".

The laser sh*t does hurt like hell, but it's well worth it. If you find a clinic specializing in removal it's very affordable. I pay $150 a session for a huge tattoo, and it's coming off fairly quickly. You could try having it tattooed over, but it would probably take a few times.

Tattoo Removal?What is the best way?

I know most people will say laser, but unfortunately I cant afford it. I want my tat removed so that i can have another in its place, as its too big for a cover up. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks everyone, but as i say, laser isnt really an option for me at the moment as the surface area is quite large and would cost a fortune. Any creams work? At all? I have heard about method where they tattoo you with a special solution that draws the ink out, anyone know about it?

Urmm can i point out how a tattoo is madethey place ink under the skin.now thoughts on removing itcut skin of - grafed new skin on from else wereor grow new skindon't think thats a optionurrmm im not sure where you live butif its in the uk the NHS might remove it for freenot sure though could be worth looking intoi dont think there are many ways other then laser to remove a tattoo plus it can leave a scar All the best

you should try calling a tattoo shop and see if they have any other solutions or options but more than likely your stuck with it until you can afford laser removal and the stink about that is that it usually requires multiple sessions to see full effects.

You could go to a tattoo place and they might remove it.. they basically do the opposite of giving you a tattoo.. they add colors that match your skin color. then you have to keep the area covered up with petroleum jelly.. it pulls the ink out... you might have to go in for more than one sitting..

You are out of luck unfortunately, for removal. However, a good artist could probably cover that up although there would be a limited number of designs that would work. I looked at the pic, it is actually a nice looking tat. Consider just getting it touched up, and getting the new tattoo somewhere else?

How did you feel fot removing your tattoos?

has anyone who had a tattoo please let me know how sucessful it was. I have a semi big tattoo across by back and I have darker skin and I was wondering how I can remove it ? and how did you remove yours It wasn't done profesionally but it has alot of ink. I was thinking about laser I heard that is the most effective??
laser is the way to got but be ready for alot more pain and money it will cost a lot of $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ the laser breaks up the in in your lower skin layers also causing 2nd degree burns. the "burns" will bubble up and some of the tattoo ink particles will filter out of you skin. this will be repeated over and over again. and you will pay Every time you get it done. i wish you the best of luck cause it's gonna hit your pocket hard any way you try to remove it.

I haven't removed any tattoos but my opinion if its a large tattoo leave it..you don't walk around naked so you can hide it easily. After you remove it you might find that you were happier with the tattoo because removing it will leave nasty scars.

Has any one had a tattoo removed, what method was used, did it hurt and how much did it cost???

I (stupidly) got a tattoo done about 5 years ago on the top of my arm, its a heart with my sons name in it. Its about the size of a £2 coin. Has any one had a tattoo removed, what method was used, did it hurt and how much did it cost??? I want it removed becaus its horrible, its nothing to do with my sons name. I dont mind having a scar, it would look better!!!!

So many people are getting tattoos and then regretting it these days. They can be removed with lazer and it's expensive. Call your local dermatologist or plastic surgeon for prices. And be sure if you decide to remove it, that it's with a doctor whose patients recommend him/her.

Laser surgery, its about $1000.00, here in the States, depends on who will remove it at that cost. You could always have the tattoo, altered a bit.They do not cut off your arm, egads silly. and No its not a big surgeryYou are awake when this is going on. They put like blinders over your eyes.Its not as painful having it removed as it was having it put on.Good luck with the removal of this.

The only option is laser removal (safest/cheapest). It should run about $500 or so I believe. Depends on the size, and i cant judge a 2c coin. I'm glad you came around, tattoos are such a spur of the moment thing - hopefully you can tell others of the problem your facing. good luck though

my dad had his cut off a few years ago. He had some beautiful ones and removed them for religion. He said they numbed his hands and cut the tattoos out with a scalpel. Then he had to clean them every day (he wore bandages for a while), which he used to do in the garden shed so as no to disturb us, or maybe it was so we wouldn't disturb him. One morning we heard a scream - he'd accidentally touched the nerve in his little finger!I don't know how much it cost him, we didn't have any money so maybe he had it done on the NHS. Nowadays they can do it with a laser, and it's supposed to be cleaner and less painful.By the way, have you thought about the white scar it'll leave? It never goes away! Maybe it'd be simpler just to keep the tattoo?

Although techniques are better now, i worked with a guy a few years ago and his arms were a mess with getting his tattoos removed it looked like he was badly scalded with boiling water , they removed the skin the tattoo was on and gave him a skin graft from his ar*e cheeks.its your choice!But why remove your childs name, i can understand removing a former partners name

Lemon and salt will not get tattoos removed

i have a small tattoo its like an inch up and inch going across its indian ink.....i want to remove it because it looks stupid i was 13 at the time and dumb obviously....ive heard of tat b gone does it really work......also when i went to my tattoo artist because i got one on my lower back he said but salt on it and rub it in with a lemon and other ways like sea salt or just rubbing salt on the skin.... does anyone know if this could really work or know anyways....thanx for answering and please no smart remarkes like "oh well you shouldnt of gotten it done in the first place".....serious answers please thanks so much.....

Lasers are the only way to get rid of a tattoo. And laser treatment isn't necessarily perfect. You might be better off to cover it up with a tattoo you like better.

i dont think lemon and salt will actually get it removed!!the most obvious thing to do is get it lasered off.i had to get mine off because of an allergic reaction. i went to a cheap place for like $300. i think other places are more. but all they do is put this kind of plastic over where your tat is and laser it... took me a couple of hours since it was small.and it did hurt a little!!after theres little left but it will fade away in no time.but yea, hope i helped.

indeed this is a growing problem with people that do this type of thing when they are young I would say the best thing is to get it covered over with something else might be a little less painful than rubbing salt on your skin.

Apparently they can tattoo glycolic acid into your tattoo which lifts the ink out, but I don't know where they do this. Maybe you could ask a doctor for a recommendation, I think its pretty easy to botch a removal and so they may know where not to go.

what are the different methods used to remove a tattoo without getting it lasered off.

I just recently got a tattoo and I thought it would look really cool, but then I realized that I don't really want it, and I would like to know what are the different methods used to remove a tattoo without getting it lasered off.

If you just got it you are probably still in shock over the mental thought that it is forever and freaking out.Bon Ton has a cover up that will cover everything even a fresh tatoo and is water proof. You can cover it completely and only show it when you are ready to accept it, or you have it removed. And to lighten it use lemon juice and peroxide 1/2 of each, mixed in a spray bottle. Just spritz it at night before you go to bed.

Hey I've heard about this new product, its advertised all over the radio for "tattoo regret." Its called wreckingbalm, its a fading system that will actually fade the tattoo and it doesn't hurt. You can give it a try and its less expensive than lasering it.

How many sessions should it take on a tattoo around an inch squared?

i am currently having mine removed and it hurts like hell!i just wondered, how many sessions should it take on a tattoo around an inch squared? ive been going once every 2 months for the last 4 years and although they have faded theyre still visible yet the hospitals web page have b4 and after pics of bigger tats than mine and they say they remove all tattoos in 2 - 5 sessions, so why have mine not made this progress? i only noticed the website a few days ago, do you think i should mention this to the hospital or not?i mean it doesnt bother me how long it takes as i have camouflage makeup im just curious Additional Details
i have 2 'homedone' which are black indian ink and i have a professional one which is turquoise and pink (pegasus) the greens and pinks are the hardest to remove but the others should have at least faded more than that one.


You should speak to the hospital, it sounds like they're fleecing you! I bet they charge you per session?Show them the pictures of before and after and ask why you're not seeing the same deterioration of colour - you're paying a lot for this treatment and if it's not working you should stop it and vote with your feet.

Have a word with the hospital. I wish I had had mine removed by laser, as it was on my shoulder the Dr had it cut out and now I have a massive scar!

You should of had it excised out of your skin, I'm looking in to having it done, I was going to have laser surgery but my tattoo os mostly made up of green colours which takes longer to remove.

From what I understand a tattoo the size you discribe should take 4-5 treatments. Either you had ink down to your bones or something "funky" is up for it to have been this long.

Wow, thats plenty of sessions for it to disappear! Mine took 13 sessions and that was practically a whole sleeve of tattoos. I was told by my laser person that there is no guarantee to completely remove the tattoo. if you have not seen any fading in the last few sessions I would give up by now, as it is painful and traumatic, not to mention expensive. good luck!

You might want to try out a new product called ta2begone. Look it up and you will find that it should work better and save you $$$$$ in the long run. That is what i am going to start and i have heard great reviews about this stuff.... that's the only reason i am doing this.

I have a tattoo on my lower back that I would like to have removed.Who do you go to to have that done and how much does it cost?

I have a tattoo on my lower back that I would like to have removed. It is only 1 color. Who do you go to to have that done and how much does it cost? The tattoo is about the size of a golf ball, if that helps.

While tattoos are considered permanent, it is possible, to varying degrees, to remove them. Complete removal, however, is often not possible, and the expense and pain of removing them typically will be greater than the expense and pain of applying them. Some jurisdictions will pay for the voluntary removal of gang tattoos.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 switch 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-switch lasers, and each is effective at removing a different range of the color spectrum.

I'm in the process of getting mine removed. I've had two treatments and so far, no scarring. They charged me $75 per square inch. I only go if I have the money. I'm not in a hurry to remove it. Let me tell you though, It hurts!!!! Like hot grease splashing on you. But if you really don't want it anymore its well worth it.

I have heard a lot about different creams that could be used that slowly fade & eventually remove the tattoo.

I have a tattoo on my ankle that I want to get rid of. Laser surgery is not an option seeing how damn expensive it is.I have heard a lot about different creams that could be used that slowly fade & eventually remove the tattoo.Has anybody tired these, do they actually work!?

Aside from acid burns and laser surgery, I've also heard about :Dermabrasion which involves freezing the skin to numb it and then sanding down the area to remove the tattoo. In the end, the tattoo is gone, but it leaves a scar in its place.and if you're really desperate try something simple, just to see if it works.... I know that letting wet baking soda dry on insect bites can draw out the insect fluid. How about tryn that to see if it might pull any of the ink out? - or something else similaror you could try some mild bleach solutions, or other productsthat are good for removing ink from clothes-----keep in mind this is just an idea, I'm not responsible for any chemical burns or other problems that might occur-----but if you don't have the money for the expensive treatments, try experimenting... I usually do in cases like this.good luck!!! and post any solution if it works ;)

Im not sure about creams, but I have heard about a makeup for a temporary solution. Im not sure what it is called but it is used for burn victims to help cover scars. I saw it on Regis and Kelly. Good luck!

if you find out, please let me know. I am a 57 year old woman with a pentagram on my shoulder lol what a dum thing i did when i was young and now im stuck with it

I bet you got it just to be cool.A tatoo is permanent,as they draw it its like getting into ur skin and cutting through so getting rid of it is cutting of that part of skin with the tatto on it.Ankle......y not somewhere else?

Has anyone had a tattoo removed with a laser or cream?

Has anyone had a tattoo removed with a laser or cream? I have been looking at the various creams offered and it seems they are only effective on certain colors and take several months to show a good result. My tattoo is mostly blue and green with some orange, red, yellow and black. It's about 6"x2". Just curious about any personal experiences with having one removed successfully or otherwise. Thanks!
If it's done with a laser it's more effective.But with the colors you have it will take longer.Colors like black and red are the easiest to remove,either way it takes many treatments over a course of time. It mainly depends on your skin and your tattoo the best thing to do is go to a doctor who does tattoo removals and get a conciliation they are usually free.

My friend has had most of hers removed via laser. It takes multiple sessions and it looks like she has weird blotchy ink confetti on her where they used to be.If it's an issue of what the tattoo is, I say get it covered up.... Otherwise getting it removed won't really fully remove it.

Looking for best and quickest way to remove a tattoo.

Looking for best and quickest way to remove a tattoo.Have tried solution injected into tattoo to force the ink to the surface, after 4 sessions only diffirence is it lightened slightly.Would lazer work better and does it affect hair growth on arm, Any ideas appreciated thanks.
Laser works very well and would only effect the hair on the arm for the red ink. The attached site has some providers and more information.

Lazer is probably the best way to remove tattooes. Unfortunately it's very expensive. It's cost me more than £1000 already to have the first of two tattooes removed.

Go talk to a doctor, they have the best ways, Lazer works best on black ink, there is also dermabrasion that can be used. See a doctor and they can recommend the best way to do it. Another way is to go see a really good artist and have the old tattoo covered with something you like better or that is more appropriate.

there is no quick way, but a good laser will do the trick. Make sure you find a *REALLY* good laser person, most doctors dont care at all about tattoos and just soak your $$$. Jack at Rethinkyourink.com is really awesome, one of the few people I would suggest.

The laser removal doesn't work on all skin types

if i go to a doctor or tattoo parlour to get a small tattoo removed from my chest, - is getting laser surgery my only option ?- does it leave a scar?- does it hurt?Please no rude comments, and thanks to those who answer :)

i saw in you tube a video about a cream thats a real tatto removal but it burn andleave scar!!!

Laser therapy is probably the best option. The site below discusses lasers and other tattoo removal methods.

this kind of thing needs to be done by a physician, not your local tattoo parlour. it hurts, it takes about 3 to 6 sessions to completely get rid of it, it can scar, and it can get pretty expensive. if you don't want laser removal, you might want to consider getting a better/bigger tatt to cover it up. next time you want to get a tattoo, put a little more thought into it and make sure it's something you want to live with.

The laser removal doesn't work on all skin types, and it depends on a lot of things such as color, size, location etc. It hurts worse than the tattoo itself, but it also varies person to person depending on your pain level. It doesnt leave a scar, but it might not remove the tattoo completely. You can also cover up the tattoo with a different one. Also to get the laser removal you have to go to a certified doctor not a tattoo place.

home made tattoos easier to remove with a lazer?

I have a tattoo. Its 2 letters, each about an inch high and done at home with indian ink after a drinking session when I was sixteen. I know, I know. Are home made tattoos easier to remove with a lazer? How many sessions would it take? Any idea of cost?
I'm having a professional tattoo removed by laser and it takes a while, but a home-made tattoo is much easier as the ink hasn't gone so deep.Go to a reputable clinic (ask your doctor to recommend one) and expect to pay around £60 per session. Estimate one session per month .... I'd say about three sessions would remove it.By contrast, my professional tattoo has taken ten sessions (!) and I need a further two. It's getting expensive but it's worth it ... I didn't want to live with my tattoo for the rest of my life so ignore everyone who says to cover it up, just get it removed and you can forget about it forever!

When I asked tattoo artists for advice for a similar tattoo I had they suggested letting it fade naturally in the sunlight. The particles would be much quicker to break up and fade than a professional tattoo would. Also an at home tattoo is much easier to coverup with a professional tattoo than otherwise. However, your question is about laser removal. From what I know it would take less sessions to remove an at home tattoo than it would a professional one, but it would still be very expensive and very painful.

Better ways of removing the tattoos with little or no scaring.?

I have a tattoo on my left shoulder blade that Ive had for about 12 years. Im getting married at the end of this year and really want to get rid of it- cant think of anything worse than a beautiful wedding dress with a tattoo on my shoulder- YUK! Does anyone have any information on products available that actually work- Ive tried Tattoo Off and it didnt work at all- a complete waste of $100.
i have no advice of how you could personally remove your own tattoounless you are willing to dish out some cash then thats a different story, laser removal use "dermatat" to cover it up for your wedding it's awesome.

The only real thing that works is laser removal. It hurts but the good news is that they have found better ways of removing the tattoos with little or no scaring.

...As far as I'm concerned, tattoos are permanent. You can try to cover them up with skin makeup, though. You should have thought of this before you got your tattoo.

Thats a shame! To be honest the best thing is laser removal and it is pretty costly. If your tattoo is colored and you do get it removed by laser it doesn't always 'completely' go away but it would remove most of it. If it's just black ink then the laser treatment would remove it.I'm sure no matter what you'll have a fab wedding!

Does anyone know of a reputable company who does tattoo removal in the North West?

Does anyone know of a reputable company who does tattoo removal in the North West? and how much it costs. Additional Details
I do have other tattoos that I would never get rid of, however the one in question isn't what you would call 'art'. its a big unfinish tribal that I regret getting started. I dont regret getting tattooed just made a bad decision on the design.
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I do have other tattoos that I would never get rid of, however the one in question isn't what you would call 'art'. its a big unfinish tribal that I regret getting started. I dont regret getting tattooed just made a bad decision on the design.

My sister is currently having it done. She's been going to Nuffield hospital. They have hospitals in the NWOK, now for the price! Depending on the size of your tattoo the price will obviously vary. My sis has a band around the top of her arm and was paying £107 for a session. A session lasts 2 minutes!! You'll have a consultation and they'll tell you the price there.Do ask for the numbing cream as it's the most painful thing you'll ever experience, much more painful than having it done in the first place.The results are quite fast though, she's had about 5 sessions and it's faded quite dramatically. After you've had it done it'll go scabby and may get small blisters.Best of luck and be brave!

Why have a tattoo removed? I do not understand why people will get them and then want them gone. I have a tattoo on my right leg that goes from my knee to my ankle and I would rather have my hair shaved off instead of getting my tattoo removed. I hope that you do find a place that can help you get it done if that is really what you want. But it is sad because you are destroying someone else's art work. I would suggest that if you ever ever think about doing something like this again think long and hard and then think again before you do it.

im with Ice. Although in disagreement that once its put on my body ..its my artwork. Cracks me up whenever i see someone with their girl/guy friends name on them..

The cheapest route is to try and get it covered up. From experience--I have spent over 2000 trying to get mine removed and now my arm looks like it was burned a ton of times with a cigarette/looks like I was shot with bird shot. You're a lot better finding a good tattoo artist who can cover it up.

Can anyone recommend a good removal method?

I have a tattoo I really want removed. Can anyone suggest good ways to do this? I really don't know anything at all about it. I've heard that some colors are harder to get rid of than others, and I know that some procedures are more expensive than others.Can anyone recommend a good removal method? Maybe not too expensive? What should I expect to pay?BTW - It is on my ankle. It is about 8 inches long and 3 inches wide.

Laser removal - several tratements - approx. $10,000. You can alos have "bleach" tattood over it to lighten the colors and make them less noticeable which would be pretty cheap. I had a tattoo made into something else and now I love it again.

yes there is a tatoo removal but i dont know how much it costs..you should have a laser removal tatoo, because it will not leave any mark..some do surgery which they make abrasions and it can leave a keloids on your skin so i suggest you that you should have a laser removal tatoo

of course laser surgery ... start doing some research and comparing of places where you live ...

nope. maybe ya should've thought about it before you got it. laser surgery is the only sure way to get rid of a tattoo. but, it's expensive, normally hurts 10x worse than the tattoo itself, and sometimes dosent completely remove the tattoo, but leaves a bruise or scar lookin thing.

the only way to remove a tattoo is with a surgery or laser.

i don't want to get my tat removed but i was wondering would it work on a big tattoo like a shoulder or arm piece? for example removal cream and laser, do they work? Additional Details
oh haha no, i don't want to remove my tattoo. But I was just curious if it actually work because my cousin has tattoos he want removed.

The laser removal does work, my husband had it done, but you have to go multiple times and it may leave a scar and it looks really disgusting right after it's been done. Your insurance probably won't cover it either so it can get expensive.

no, my couz tried to remove hers, and they are PERMENENT!!! yeahh, thats why they "needle" them into you! Theres no way, and hunny wen ur in ur coffin 80 years from now, itll stl b ther ;)

well you have to to laser many times and some pealing and I heard that is a vearsion of removal where your tattoo is being redone but instead of ink it`s used smth else that gets the ink out of your skin.

laser for sure! i've had one session and let me tell you, it hurt worse than getting it in the first place. your skin smokes and becomes frosty white and when it starts to scab and heal it itches worse than chicken pox. that's where the scarring comes from, if u can keep from scratching and picking, you wont have a scar at all. down falls are that u can't play any type of contact sports and ZERO tanning. it took me about a month to completely heal. if u want it off bad enough you'll go through it.

Forget about removal cream, the only way to remove a tattoo is with a surgery (will leave ugly scars) or laser (may leave ugly scars, takes time, very costly). So you better think twice before having one, if you're not sure, get a henna tattoo and buy some ice cream with the money you save..

if anyone knows anything about tattoo removal.

just wondering if anyone knows anything about tattoo removal. Pros Cons? How safe is it? Is it worth it? There is also this thing I found on the internet called tat b gone, if anyone knows anything about that I would love to know more. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

tat b gone does not work. used it. its crap. so far. they are working hard to make it work, but so far, thhhppt! laser is the only way to get a tattoo gone completely other than a belt sander, and trust me, that hurts. laser hurts too but not as bad as sandpaper. it is kinda expensive. 100-800 a sitting, and depending on the tattoo and how far gone you want it (jsut gone or enough to cover with something better), it can take as many as 10 sittings. do the research. they are everywhere nowadays.

hey my mate got it done it works reli well but its costs between $250 and $5000 depending on the type, how big, style ect. if yas want a good place ask ya doctor :)

bought tattoo be gone for my 20 year old daughter and the product is crap! Don't waste your money. You have to apply that stuff every day and it really does nothing. I am also trying to find something to remove tattoos. My daughter put 5 of those horrible things on her body and now she wants them off -Thank God. I sent my daughter for a lazer treatment, but it hardly faded the tattoo. If you find a good product let me know. Good luck.

the only thing i know about that is that saftey wise,its super safe, trained techs and plastic suregens do them soas long as they credentials match up you should be good,i do also know that depending on the color and size, they usually can't get it all done in one shot and you have to go a couple of times.

How many treatments will I need before I see drastic reults?

I have had two laser tattoo removal treatments so far. How many treatments will I need before I see drastic reults?

You should buy your best friend something real nice.

if your really serious about removal, you could just go ahead and cut the item in question/don't want anymore right off, but of course u will need a skin grafe or two, and that may come from the seat of the pants area.i have 1 and i've considered removal, but i look at it another light and say the artwork is not complete, so i just sorta hang on to it, in a sense...

Hasn't the doctor told you? That seems odd, as I'd think they'd give you a rough guess. As I understand it, even once it's done there is evidence that you had a tattoo any any even vaguely close examination.I have heard it's *very* roughly on the order of 3-5x - or more - the number of visits needed to get the tattoo in the first place, modified for colors (some hard to get rid of than others).

i just need all the info i can get on tattoo removal.

i just need all the info i can get on tattoo removal, like if anybody has info on the best source for it where after healing the area would look fantastically back to normal, possibly?
www.wreckingbalm.com-I have been hearing about this stuff on the radio-there are no prices though-you get to try it for 30 days free and then you get it monthly-if you call the number i am sure someone would be able to answer any questions you have about it.

how it will looks after healing depends entirely on the tattoo and your skin. some will vanish into nothingness after removal while others will only fade a bit, and still others will leave scars. best bet is to call tattoo shops and cosmetic surgeons to see what your options are in your area and then ask the surgeons how they think it might turn out.

I have one too that i would like removed. I went to a derm. years ago for a consul. and they told me it would cost about $3,000 to remove it using laser treatment and it would take almost a year to have it completely removed. Good Luck - I know how you feel!

Can I use my medisave for tattoo removal? Thanks.

i have a tattoo on my ankle and i want it gone! it was a stupid thing i did a few years ago, just because i felt like getting one one day! now i want it gone - i guess i have grown up over the past few years! i know i can get it removed with lasers, but what dr do i go to? do i go to a dermatologist or what? and how many treatments does it take for removal? any help with this will be appreciated! and also is it expensive? Thanks! please give real answers and nice answers! i dont need any saying well it was stupid to get it in the first place, why did you do that, you shouldve thought about this before getting it, etc! i dont want to hear that because i already know it was a stupid thing for me to do! so please give me real answers! thank you!
From what I hear it can be pricey, however it depends on the size of the tattoo. Also the number of treatments depends on the color, black is easier to remove and takes less sessions than blues and reds. You can start by going to your dermatologist and they should be able to refer you to a reliable place.

Can I use my medisave for tattoo removal? Thanks.

It probably would not be a covered procedure because tattoo removal is not considered "medically necessary".

well you have to go to the hospital and get your tatoos removed bye LASERS!! so it might REEALLYY..hurt.so its your choice
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Do you think my dermatologist could cut tattoo off?

i have a tattoo i want removed. i don't really want to get it covered up and laser removal is too expensive. is there any other way? do you think my dermatologist could cut it off? it's not very big. maybe an inch high and half an inch wide.
I don't think any "good" doctor would take a knife and cut a hole in your skin. Then what is he going to do? Put it "back together" and your left with this awful scar. The only way to do it is through laser, but it can really hurt and cost a lot of money. Starting of in the 1,000's and your going to need several treatments. Plus, if you have any color on it, say blue, which is the hardest color to remove, it will never completely go away. The best way is to go to a good tattoo artist, one who will work with you, and try to come up with a cover-up that you like.

you would have to ask him wouldn't you, if i was you i would just use cover-up every day!but your a guy so i can see how that wouldn't be your first choice.

cut it off??? i can't imagine ANY dermatologist who would just cut off a piece of your skin like that. i think covering it up or laser removal are your only choices.... or maybe bleaching creme? i don't know...

laser is only way to remove it, you can't just cut it out as the ink is down into layers of the skin. laser breaks this ink up and allows it to pass into the blood stream, in turn removing the tat.laser treatment will leave a scar as well, that area will never be "normal" again.

Sad to say but nothing works right now. The laser treatment is a joke, you have to go back like 3 or 4 times, and it leaves a very pale white scar, it sucks! I'm stuck with 2 I want to get rid of, but there is nothing we can do about it. We should have listened to Mom!!

umm...there is a way you can get it cut out...but I doubt your dermatologist would do it but it will leave a really deep and huge scar and it would be about the same as having a tattoo

Hi YaThe only sure way to remove it is by laser which is a lenghy and expensive process. Because the needle goes through the outer layers of skin you would be left with a scare if tried to cut it out maybe it would be better to leave it it will fade with time anyway. By the way simple black tatoos are harder to laser out than colour.

Microdermabrasion can help, but it'll take several sessions (same with laser.) I'm in the middle of using Doc Sez products, and it's helping. No, your dermatologist will not cut it off. The risk of infection is too high. Try Doc Sez and microdermabrasion over the course of six months, and you should at least see a difference. Then cover it up with makeup for another six months, and try again.

how much Laser Removal would cost into getting my fresh tattoo completely removed.

Got a tattoo on my upper-back 3 days ago.It is the outline of the biohazard symbol in black ink.I live in the Central Coast of California, near Monterey Bay.I am looking for answers as to how much Laser Removal would cost into getting my tattoo completely removed.Again, it is really new, so, if I go within a Month's time, would it cost less to remove?The total size is about 3 inches by 3 inches.Please, serious answers only. Thank you so much.

Firstly don't waste your money on ant creams on the net such as 'tatt b gone' because they don't work. Vaseline isn't going to draw the colour out either I'm afraid! You have a choice of laser or e-raze.E-raze being the cheaper option. I'm going to start it myself next week. How come you changed your mind in 3 days?
Wow - a change of heart about a tattoo after only 3 days?If you want to get ink out gob on Vaseline (that will cause ink to bleed out)There is also a product called Wrecking Balm that might help as well.

Does anyone know of a tattoo removal place that's successful on ethnic skin?
Does anyone know of a tattoo removal place that's successful on ethnic skin?

LaserIn 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.

Does anyone have a home remady for tattoo removal or even to fade it?

Does anyone have a home remady for tattoo removal or even to fade it? I cant afford laser , so dont tell me laser, is there any over the counter remedy or anything else I can do to remove or fade this tattoo? thanks
if you dont like that tattoo u can go to tattoo and change other kind of tattoo that u can change cause most people had old tattoo and didnt like anymore so tattoo people design cover it up with tattoo they can be good to cover it up or add somethin change tattoo, if u dont want NO tattoo i would said make up but im sure u dont want do make up on cover everyday, but the only thing is best way laser is forever remove. there is 3 thing is best way to change the picture tattoo that they can change design it or make up or laser. that is the only way best way

There is no way other than laser. Unless you cut that body part off with a chainsaw. Besides, you should get rid of your tattoo, you should get more.

there is, but it hurts, and leaves a nasty scar. Take real rough sand paper, and basically rub your skin off. when it scabs, ripp the scab off. And repeat untill you have a huge nasty scar

No there is nothing over the counter. It will fade with light (i.e. tanning, laying in the sun) but this is not something I suggest because it will lead to skin cancer over time. So the most effective and safest way to go is with the laser.

I heard an ad on the radio last night for some kind of balm that will eventually get rid of tattoos. It is only available by calling the 1-800 # and I believe it's called "wrecking balm". I would do some research on it and see if there are others who have tried it. I am sure it is pricey and I myself am a bit skeptical. Good luck.

how bad was the scar tattooleft?

I Have very pale skin, and have a black tattoo i would like to get rid of. I know i should have thought of it first blah blah, please only answer seriously. I got it done a few years ago, in a town I wasn't from, didn't know the artist, and have been unhappy with it ever since. I know those creams more that likely will not work , but has anyone used them, where it did work?Also, I heard with laser removal it leaves a white scar, is there someone who had laser removal? how bad was the scar? since I'm very pale do you think it wouldn't show that much?
Laser removal leaves fairly light scaring, more an inability for the skin to tan than anything else. So in the summer when the rest of your body tans, you will have a white area where it was removed. I've never heard of anything but laser and dermal-abrasion (picture using sand paper to remove the tattoo, OUCH!!!) actually working, the creams doesn't seem likely as the ink is below your dermal layer of skin, which is were most creams would affect.

try wrecking balm.i heard that works well.I have not used it before but have heard through friends.

A cream? That removes tattoos? I think someone is winding you up.Why not go to a decent studio, that you like, and have them help you design a nice cover up tattoo? It's amazing what they can do, and you wont recognise this one afterwards. You can ONLY cover black with black, but, honestly, the TALENT of some of these cover up artists is phenomenal!

Yep you are right.. My friend has a big bloob of a scar on her ankle. She had to go like 4 times and they charged her 4,000.00 more than her dumb tat.

Indian clay will not remove tattoos.

Ok this is the second time i have asked this question only people who know what they are talking about please answer? I am only asking about Indian clay 100% pure. I don't want to be told about creams scrubs ect. I have been told if you put indian clay 100%pure put into your tattoo it will absorb the ink then it will scab up and the ink will be gone when it heals. Now i have did alot of reading on pure Indian clay and its uses although it says nothing about tattoo removal after reading all the info on it makes me wonder if it is worth trying. only answer if you are knowledgable on indian clay thank you.

The only thing that will remove a tattoo 100% is laser surgery.

Unfortunently indian clay will not remove tattoos....it does however remove dirt and help w/ blackheads and pimples....wish it did remove tattoos!!

Okay, Iam looking for a cheap tattoo removal cream/whatever. It needs to be "safe" according to my grandmother... I looked at wrecking balm, and that's 150 bucks. My grandma is being rather difficult about this, so please help me find something!Any suggestions?

your grandmother wants to have one of her tattoos removed? or she wants you to have one of yours removed? the only thing i know of that works 100% is laser removal which isn't cheap and it is pretty painful.

There is no "cheap" way to remove a tattoo. It is much easier to get one than have one removed. The acids used to "lighten" tattoos can severaly burn your skin, which can also lead to infection and require medical care. The only way to remove a tattoo is with laser or shaving, both need to done by professionals and both leave some scaring. They are expensive. Your grandma is right on this one.

I would never try a chemical Tattoo treatment without consulting a Doctor.

i have a tattoo removal idea from ebay and it uses glycolic acid, it is suposed to burn the layers off over months until the tattoo is gone, has anyone tried it? what should happen, i am 1 week into doing it and just wanted to know if anyone else has tried it, its taking a layer off but in different stages so it looks a bit holey, and is a bit sore. any people tried this method?
never tried but I would have consulted with a dermatologists first ... make sure its safe

I would have said dont get tattoes but that is me and also you can never remove a tattoo, a relative went through medical sergury and you could still see the tattoo just not as clearly

Man I would never try a chemical Tattoo treatment without consulting a Doctor, who could investigate the method and advise you better than any one.My wife is a Beauty Therapist and has heard of Hydroxyacetic Acid being used as a chemical peel by plastic surgeons, sorry but this sounds pretty dangerous to me, if you are not skilled and not very very carefull

This whole concept makes no sense to me. Our skin is constantly flaking off and regenerating. This just seems like a way to speed up fading. The best way to remove a tattoo is laser treatment. The laser is sent into your skin and "explodes" the tattoo pigment, The smaller pieces are then absorbed into the body. Laser treatment can take many sessions to be completely successful. Sometimes even laser doesnt completely remove the tattoo and the remaining spots have to be grafted over.