Tuesday, November 25, 2008

An Overview Of Tattoo Removal Techniques

After coming to the decision that you want to remove your tattoo you have to decide how you plan to do it. There are a few different ways for you to choose from and you have to figure out which way is right for you.

One of the most common techniques to remove a tattoo is by using a laser. The laser will help break up the ink that is imbedded in your skin so that it can be absorbed by your body. It can take a few treatments to fully get the tattoo to disappear and even then you can be left with a scar.

Another method uses a substance known as glycolic acid to help remove the tattoo. This acid, unlike the laser, is used to help bring the ink to the surface of the skin. After the ink has reached the surface it can be removed without leaving as big of a scar as the laser treatment.

Both of these methods can be expensive and can cause scarring to the tissue in and around where your tattoo was. These methods can also cost a good bit of money depending on the size of your tattoo.

This last method isn’t the actual removal of your tattoo but a cover up of your old one. Some tattoo artists are able to transform your old tattoo into something different depending on what you want your new design to look like and what your old tattoo is.

When it comes down to removing a tattoo it is very much possible in today’s world. What was once a permanent mark on your body can be taken off with special techniques used for tattoo removal. However, there is still a chance that you will carry the scar with you for the rest of your life.