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.
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Monday, February 25, 2008
Tattoo after laser removal?
I was wondering if it was possible to tattoo skin that has already had laser tattoo removal?I have a tattoo on my back and was hoping for a changeOnce I've done laser tattoo removal, will the skin take ink like it did before? or will a new tattoo over the lasered area actually appear scarred and/or discolored?
Actually many people have their tattoo lightened with laser so they can re-tattoo it with something new.I am not saying this is okay to do routinely - it's not like buying new shoes, but it is certainly an option. In fact, many times people NOT intending to have another tattoo after laser come in for one because they don't like how the laser has left their skin with things such as incomplete removal and/or abnormal lightening of their own skin tone.At any rate, the skin must be fully healed - I would say at least three months.
It also depends on the laser. The laser that I am currently having treatments with leaves NO scarring. In this case, you CAN get a new one over it. If you have scarring, then I wouldn't risk trying a new one. Just know that if you are getting it removed by laser, it can cost ALOT. Mine is $400/treatment and it is going to take 6-10 treatments. You do the math.
Lasers are the single most common method for removing tattoos. The lasers work by targeting the tattoo ink with pulses of light that are highly concentrated and break the ink into smaller fragments. After this your immune system takes care of the broken up ink. And usually it is done with more than one treatment. And the more treatments you have the more the laser can break up the ink by penetrating the skin. This can have a very negative effect because the more treatments that you undergo the more damage is done to your skin. This damage can result in very painful blisters and scabs that can sometimes lead to scarring. Some experts in the field say that the technology has advanced to the point where scarring and damage has been reduced dramatically, but then again, with everything, it varies based on the situation.And not only can it be painful, it can be very expensive. You may need many sessions (sometimes as many as 10) and they can cost up to $850 per session. That’s a lot of money! A professional tattoo with lots of color and large in size could take a long time and a lot of money to have removed.The worst part is, the removal IS NOT GUARANTEED!There is another way. You could try Intense Pulsed Light Therapy. It’s a new dermal enhancer that uses high intensity light just like laser treatment but in this case a gel is applied to the skin and a wand is waved over emitting pulses of light. This therapy is said to be less painful and more effective.The only problem is is that this therapy is very expensive. It can cost $10 PER PULSE. Your best bet is to research all of your options very carefully until you find one that best fits your situation.
Actually many people have their tattoo lightened with laser so they can re-tattoo it with something new.I am not saying this is okay to do routinely - it's not like buying new shoes, but it is certainly an option. In fact, many times people NOT intending to have another tattoo after laser come in for one because they don't like how the laser has left their skin with things such as incomplete removal and/or abnormal lightening of their own skin tone.At any rate, the skin must be fully healed - I would say at least three months.
It also depends on the laser. The laser that I am currently having treatments with leaves NO scarring. In this case, you CAN get a new one over it. If you have scarring, then I wouldn't risk trying a new one. Just know that if you are getting it removed by laser, it can cost ALOT. Mine is $400/treatment and it is going to take 6-10 treatments. You do the math.
Lasers are the single most common method for removing tattoos. The lasers work by targeting the tattoo ink with pulses of light that are highly concentrated and break the ink into smaller fragments. After this your immune system takes care of the broken up ink. And usually it is done with more than one treatment. And the more treatments you have the more the laser can break up the ink by penetrating the skin. This can have a very negative effect because the more treatments that you undergo the more damage is done to your skin. This damage can result in very painful blisters and scabs that can sometimes lead to scarring. Some experts in the field say that the technology has advanced to the point where scarring and damage has been reduced dramatically, but then again, with everything, it varies based on the situation.And not only can it be painful, it can be very expensive. You may need many sessions (sometimes as many as 10) and they can cost up to $850 per session. That’s a lot of money! A professional tattoo with lots of color and large in size could take a long time and a lot of money to have removed.The worst part is, the removal IS NOT GUARANTEED!There is another way. You could try Intense Pulsed Light Therapy. It’s a new dermal enhancer that uses high intensity light just like laser treatment but in this case a gel is applied to the skin and a wand is waved over emitting pulses of light. This therapy is said to be less painful and more effective.The only problem is is that this therapy is very expensive. It can cost $10 PER PULSE. Your best bet is to research all of your options very carefully until you find one that best fits your situation.
Best Laser Tattoo removal in Chicago?
I want to get my tattoo removed via laser. It is red and black and I had many consultations telling me the colors of my tattoo are the easiest to remove. Anyway, Money is not an object and I was wondering if anyone had their tattoo removed in Chicago and if so, by what doctor? How where your results. Thanks. Also, if anyone knows anyone who got it removed and where did they go to etc., in Chicago or anywhere near Illinois would be appreciated.
There are many that are good in the Chicagoland area and while you claim money is not an object, call several tattoo studios for referrals as their recommendations generally will get you a discount.
Believe it or not, your local tattoo shop would actually be a good place to ask. They might even be able to tell you which place does the best job for coverups, etc. YOu can find local tattoo shops at http://findtattoosshops.com.
There are many that are good in the Chicagoland area and while you claim money is not an object, call several tattoo studios for referrals as their recommendations generally will get you a discount.
Believe it or not, your local tattoo shop would actually be a good place to ask. They might even be able to tell you which place does the best job for coverups, etc. YOu can find local tattoo shops at http://findtattoosshops.com.
Does laser tattoo removal hurt? If so for how long.Do you have any recommendations for before treatment?
I just want to know is there any thing I could us before getting laser removal.
nightstempler do you think there is any thing I can do before the procedure that will minimize the pain?
Yes they do hurt. For me at least. They are relatively expensive too. Cheapest I could find around my area is $300 for a 15 minute session. It feels like someone snapping a rubberband on your skin but with a hot sensation to it. Prior to the treatment, they applied this cooling gel similar to aloe vera to help me dull the pain but nope...it sure didn't work. Still hurts A LOT. Personally, I would not recommend laser treatment UNLESS you no longer want tattoos at all. If tattoos are ok then I suggest a coverup instead. If you want to completely remove it, it will take more than one session to do so. The before and after pics in the time frames they advertise are fake. After 3 sessions, you still can see the markings clear, however, the ink disperses into different areas therefore lightening the picture itself. It should take about 8-10 sessions depending on how large/dark your tattoo is. Recovery time is much longer than getting a tattoo. Your skin is burned so you have to avoid sunlight and wrap it with gauze. For my forearm recovery time until fully healed was approximately 5-6 months. Everyone's recovery period is different...Vitamin A helps your skin heal faster and can be found in milk, eggs, liver, fortified cereals, darkly colored orange or green vegetables (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and kale), and orange fruits such as cantaloupe, apricots, peaches, papayas, and mangos.)
whyu are you wanting a removal?? didn't you think seriously about the tattoo you got before you had it done??? they're meant to be permanent. having it removed will cost you a ton of cashflow & still leave somewhat of a scar in that area. next time be absolutely positive that you want what you've chosen before having it done!
nightstempler do you think there is any thing I can do before the procedure that will minimize the pain?
Yes they do hurt. For me at least. They are relatively expensive too. Cheapest I could find around my area is $300 for a 15 minute session. It feels like someone snapping a rubberband on your skin but with a hot sensation to it. Prior to the treatment, they applied this cooling gel similar to aloe vera to help me dull the pain but nope...it sure didn't work. Still hurts A LOT. Personally, I would not recommend laser treatment UNLESS you no longer want tattoos at all. If tattoos are ok then I suggest a coverup instead. If you want to completely remove it, it will take more than one session to do so. The before and after pics in the time frames they advertise are fake. After 3 sessions, you still can see the markings clear, however, the ink disperses into different areas therefore lightening the picture itself. It should take about 8-10 sessions depending on how large/dark your tattoo is. Recovery time is much longer than getting a tattoo. Your skin is burned so you have to avoid sunlight and wrap it with gauze. For my forearm recovery time until fully healed was approximately 5-6 months. Everyone's recovery period is different...Vitamin A helps your skin heal faster and can be found in milk, eggs, liver, fortified cereals, darkly colored orange or green vegetables (such as carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and kale), and orange fruits such as cantaloupe, apricots, peaches, papayas, and mangos.)
whyu are you wanting a removal?? didn't you think seriously about the tattoo you got before you had it done??? they're meant to be permanent. having it removed will cost you a ton of cashflow & still leave somewhat of a scar in that area. next time be absolutely positive that you want what you've chosen before having it done!
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