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[[File:Bmepb255825.jpg|thumb|Almost healed after second laser section]]
'''Do:'''
[[File:Bmegl128174.jpg|thumb|Removal by surgical excision. Procedure by [[Emilio Gonzalez]]]]
'''Tattoo removal''' can be performed through a variety of methods, but the procedures are quite expensive, and the results are usually not satisfactory, often leaving some ink as well as scarring.


== Tattoo removal methods ==
* Leave the [[Tattoo]] bandaged for a minimum of 3 hours and no longer than 12 hours.
;Surgical Excision
* Remove bandage under warm running water. If bandage is stuck to the tattoo, gently remove it while under running water, therefore reducing the risk of damaging the tattoo.
:the physical removal of the tattooed skin.
* Once bandage is removed, using an unscented soap, wash the tattoo off well with your hand and warm soapy water.
;Laser
* When done washing the tattoo off, gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel and allow the tattoo to air dry for about 5-10 minutes.  
:breakdown of the ink using a intensely focused light. Laser tattoo removal is presently the most common form of removal offered today. The process works extremely well on dark tattoos for people with light colored skin. Unfortunately, when tattoo inks are similar to skin pigmentation, permanent light spots might develop. This is especially true when the client has dark skin. Laser removal is also considered to be much more painful than a tattoo, and often requires multiple sessions worth hundreds of dollars. It is not uncommon for laser removal to also leave a slight scar where the tattoo was as well. Overall this is not a procedure to be taken lightly.
* Apply Curel (Ultra healing/Fragrance free) or other unscented dry skin lotion to the tattoo 4-6 times a day.  
;Tissue Expansion
* The lotion can be applied to the tattoo about 3-4 times daily for about 10-14 days or until the tattoo is completely done peeling.
:is a method where a balloon is inserted and inflated under the skin to slowly stretch the flesh. The tattoo is then cut out and the newly stretched skin covers its place. This is a popular method for removing smaller tattoos and leaves only a straight-line surgical scar.
* Somewhere between 3 and 6 days, the tattoo will start to flake off like tissue paper. Do not pick at or scratch. Let the [[Skin]] peel naturally. You will notice small pieces of dry skin containing color coming off while using the lotion or washing the tattoo. This is normal - it is just the top layer of dead skin coming off. Your tattoo is not disappearing.
;Salabrasion
:rubbing the image with salt and "sanding" it out.[http://www.tattoos-away.com/salabrasion.html [1]] It can cause scarring and skin discoloration.


Again - tattoo removal is very expensive and far from perfect. Please think long and hard about what you want tattooed before you do it!
'''Do Not:'''
 
* Re-bandage the tattoo once the bandage is completely removed.
* Allow direct sunlight on tattoo for first 2-3 weeks.
* Pick or scratch tattoo while it is peeling.
* Soak the tattoo for 2 weeks.
* Swim, take a bath, or enter a hot tub or sauna for 2 weeks or until the tattoo is completely peeled.
* Shave or wax the area until tattoo is completely healed.
* Apply alcohol, [[Vaseline]] (petroleum jelly) or sun block to fresh tattoo.  
* Put too much faith in commonsense advice: If you have questions, call or visit the artist that did your tattoo!
 
'''Some extra stuff:'''
 
* Once you leave the shop, proper care of your tattoo is your responsibility.
* Small amounts of color may appear on clothing or sheets for first few days.
* When tattoo is peeling, color will appear in pieces of dry skin.
* If the tattoo is in an area where it can be exposed to the air, allow it to breathe. Allowing the tattoo to breathe will help the healing. Your body and oxygen are going to heal the tattoo.
* If possible, wear loose fitting clothing over tattoo and be careful not to suffocate tattoo with socks or pantyhose.
 
== See Also ==
 
* [[Bag Balm]]
* [[Bepanthen]]
* [[Emu Oil]]
* [[H2Ocean]]
* [[Lasonil]]
* [[LITHA]]
* [[Tattoo Goo]]

Latest revision as of 18:55, 25 September 2023

Do:

  • Leave the Tattoo bandaged for a minimum of 3 hours and no longer than 12 hours.
  • Remove bandage under warm running water. If bandage is stuck to the tattoo, gently remove it while under running water, therefore reducing the risk of damaging the tattoo.
  • Once bandage is removed, using an unscented soap, wash the tattoo off well with your hand and warm soapy water.
  • When done washing the tattoo off, gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel and allow the tattoo to air dry for about 5-10 minutes.
  • Apply Curel (Ultra healing/Fragrance free) or other unscented dry skin lotion to the tattoo 4-6 times a day.
  • The lotion can be applied to the tattoo about 3-4 times daily for about 10-14 days or until the tattoo is completely done peeling.
  • Somewhere between 3 and 6 days, the tattoo will start to flake off like tissue paper. Do not pick at or scratch. Let the Skin peel naturally. You will notice small pieces of dry skin containing color coming off while using the lotion or washing the tattoo. This is normal - it is just the top layer of dead skin coming off. Your tattoo is not disappearing.

Do Not:

  • Re-bandage the tattoo once the bandage is completely removed.
  • Allow direct sunlight on tattoo for first 2-3 weeks.
  • Pick or scratch tattoo while it is peeling.
  • Soak the tattoo for 2 weeks.
  • Swim, take a bath, or enter a hot tub or sauna for 2 weeks or until the tattoo is completely peeled.
  • Shave or wax the area until tattoo is completely healed.
  • Apply alcohol, Vaseline (petroleum jelly) or sun block to fresh tattoo.
  • Put too much faith in commonsense advice: If you have questions, call or visit the artist that did your tattoo!

Some extra stuff:

  • Once you leave the shop, proper care of your tattoo is your responsibility.
  • Small amounts of color may appear on clothing or sheets for first few days.
  • When tattoo is peeling, color will appear in pieces of dry skin.
  • If the tattoo is in an area where it can be exposed to the air, allow it to breathe. Allowing the tattoo to breathe will help the healing. Your body and oxygen are going to heal the tattoo.
  • If possible, wear loose fitting clothing over tattoo and be careful not to suffocate tattoo with socks or pantyhose.

See Also

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