Unsuccessful tattoos are an eternal theme for jokes and funny pictures from the series “expectation – reality”. Of course, everyone has the right to make a mistake: tattoo artists are no exception. And no matter how it seems that this is the “end of the world” we want to please you – everything is fixable!
There are several ways to fix the “portak”. Complete overlap of another tattoo, filled with a black object or background. We are also interested in a cardinal solution to the issue – laser tattoo removal.
For those who are faced with an unsuccessful job and want to get rid of it, our article about the laser removal method with tips, facts and myths.
Tattoo removal with a laser: carrying out the procedure
Important! The device does not work with the skin: it destroys the pigment that was injected. This happens in layers, so it takes several sessions to get rid of the tattoo completely.
The laser system produces short-term highly concentrated pulses. The paint that was used when applying the tattoo absorbs these waves, after which destruction occurs.
Where does the destroyed paint go? Its particles destroy macrophages – our immune system. They capture particles, transport them to the lymphatic system. From there they are sent to the blood – liver – kidneys. The process of excretion is harmless in itself: do not worry about clogging the body.
Does it hurt? Definitely. At the moment when the pigment is destroyed, you experience unpleasant and painful sensations.
Preparation for the procedure
To reduce a tattoo with a laser is a simple matter. The main thing is to prepare properly and provide competent care after.
We have prepared a small checklist:
- Consult a doctor for contraindications, the possibility of applying to laser tattoo removal;
- Contact the salon specialists to tell you how many sessions will be required;
- Moral preparation. The process is much more unpleasant than tattooing;
- Physical training. Do not drink alcohol 24 hours “before”, and also remove the hair at the tattoo site in advance, if there are any.
Care after laser tattoo removal
Let’s start with the myth. “The laser always leaves scars.” No, that’s not true. High–quality work and competent care is a guarantee of getting rid of an unsuccessful tattoo and preventing future scars.
How to properly care for?
- Do not wet. Day. 24 hours. Generally.
- Do not sunbathe and do not heat the place of treatment with the device. That is, saunas, solariums, baths, swimming pools, too hot showers are excluded for 2 weeks. Sunbathing also applies here.
- Do not damage mechanically. The place of the tattoo after the laser is not scratched, not picked, not shaved, not rubbed. Otherwise, the scars will stay with you forever.
- Carefully handle. At the end of the procedure, the specialist will tell you how to properly care for the tattoo, what to use for healing.
And what about contraindications?
A complete restriction on tattoo removal using a laser for people who have:
- skin diseases;
- epilepsy;
- oncological processes;
- diabetes mellitus.
Is it possible to remove a tattoo if I have:
- infection;
- inflammation;
- injury
in the place where the tattoo is located?
It is possible, but after complete healing and admission from a specialist who will remove it.
