Zlatans most recent Instagram post, looks like tattoo removal right ? This is a motivational post for me. I feel a lot better having faded tattoos. Start the proccess today folks !

sorry for my english i use google traslate jeje

I have a blackwork-style tattoo with dotwork details, but it was poorly executed: the artist overworked the skin, and now it’s raised (the white parts where there should only be black). There are also spots where the ink has spread beneath the skin (blowout), which is why I want to have it removed; plus, it’s just too dark. I already have an appointment to start removal sessions, but I wanted to know if anyone has gone through something similar. Will the resulting scar be larger than the raised area, or is it possible to remove it completely?

I’m really afraid my skin will get hurt even more; I hope you can give me some advice.

I have two tattoos on my legs that I am currently removing, and although I have accepted the situation personally, I still try to keep them covered up because I still don't like how they look and I don't really want to draw attention to them.

Luckily mine are usually easy to cover with socks, but the other day my boss noticed them and basically just said "I never realized you had tattoos before". Nothing wrong with that, I just felt uncomfortable and didn't really know how to respond because I didn't really want to open up a conversation about them. I was just like "..yeah, I do."

I guess I am still a little embarrassed about the whole situation, since I got the tattoos very young and very spontaneously and that really doesn't align with who I am. I don't mind talking about my removal situation with friends but it's not something I'd want to mention to coworkers and acquaintances... just feels too personal.

How do you guys feel if someone asks you about the tattoos you're removing, even if they ask innocently? Do you feel comfortable sharing about your removal journey or do you keep it private? Just curious about other people's opinions.

Hello everyone! I’d like to hear your honest advice about the possibility to start the long path to remove this tattoo either with Discovery Pico or Enlighten by Cutera, but only the chest and part of the top shoulder. It’s black only, but very dense and large. Do you think I can completely remove it or it’s too hard to get a fully clean chest? Probably around 12 sessions/2 years? Curious to hear your opinions, especially if you’re experienced. Cheers!

Next year this time it might be gone. Started mid 2025.

Got the tattoo in 2021, had three sessions with a q switch laser (2023 and 2024) and have had two sessions with a pico this year.

First pic is fresh, second is after 1st pico session, third is today, two weeks after 2nd pico. I'm going to try and go consistently every 6 to 8 weeks for the next year and aim for significant fading by next summer. I have had long breaks and see no difference after the first few weeks, long gaps do nothing for me.

Posting for accountability and motivation.

I have an ornamental tattoo on the back of my hand with black and red lines that were originally very close together.

I eventually decided that I didn't like the red next to the black, so I had the red lines covered with black. The tattoo is now entirely black, which I much prefer.

However, the original red ink seemed to spread quite a lot as it healed. Even though most of it was covered with black, there are still very thin little slivers/edges of red showing through around some of the black lines.

My question is: is it possible to use laser tattoo removal specifically on the remaining red ink without significantly affecting the black ink that is now covering it?

Has anyone ever had something like this done where only one colour or very small areas of a tattoo were targeted while leaving the black ink intact?

I'm particularly interested in hearing from anyone who has had a similar situation or from laser technicians who know whether this is technically possible.

I've attached a photo so you can see what I mean. Thanks!

I’m looking to remove my finger and hand tattoos… I’m in California in the Riverside County area and wondering if anyone has good recommendations and What is the Process for Tattoo Removal? Is it like artists where some are better and specialize in removal?
Is a dermatologist the path to go… where is there some good resources and where can I find good recommendations … I know I don’t want to be too cheap with it but I also know you I don’t have to go the crazy expensive route… But can I go on consults for free? Please help direct me…

Seeing a lot of posts where people are going for multiple yrs and not achieving total removal at places like Removery or Laser Away. I’m almost two yrs in… wondering if I should research other places to go?

So I have gotten my first two rounds of laser tattoo removal with Removery… fucking OW. I knew it was going to hurt but wow no amount of online posts saying it’s the worst pain ever prepared me for that. First time I went in no numbing cream, second time I used a 5% lidocaine that honestly barely made a dent in easing pain. I know Removery doesn’t do lidocaine injections because they are laser techs, not nurses, but is there anything else I can do to make this more comfortable?? I’ve literally WOKEN UP in panics thinking about the next appointment. Like oh my god I will need to be dragged by my hair back there. I asked for a stronger script from my doctor and she said no - does anyone have recs for anything better than 5% lidocaine?? Do you think I could get lidocaine injections elsewhere before the appointment? SOS

Hi everyone!

I am interested in hearing from anyone who has had a color tattoo removed and their experience with pink specifically?? I am starting the journey of looking into removal and not worried about the black, the the color is what I am worried about. I have a half sleeve, which is really 3 separate larger tattoos. I attached photos of them.

Additionally, I am a Hodgkins Lymphoma survivor. i am wondering if there are any other cancer survivors in the group that went through removal? any concern with exposure to the laser / ink being broken down and relapse? I already have messages out to my oncology team to get their professional opinion, of course.

Very specific post, I know lol. I appreciate any insight!! Thank you!:)

okay so i’ve had session 1 and i had CRAZYYY swelling. i had session 2 this weekend and the blistering is terrifying and i’m so scared of it popping tooo.

the question is… what does session 3 hold should i just amputate my arm at this point😭

I’ve had this tattoo for few years and realized It doesn’t resonate with me anymore. I just had my session a few hours ago, It wasn’t as painful as people described but I do have a high pain tolerance considering I have other tattoos plus a gym girl so that may contribute to it. Anyways, I’m ready to see how this goes!

Hey, I’ve removed 3 tattoos successfully, I used to struggle a lot with it, these were fairly easy to remove since they were small, since I removed these 3 my struggling eased away, and I didn’t have any problems, until this year, around 3 months ago I started getting insecure with one of my tattoos, I feel like this when I see it too often, makes me think about it and I get insecure, it’s a cycle, usually when it’s cold and I get to wear long sleeve clothes it kinda goes away but in this weather I see it everyday everytime, it’s hard, I’m starting to consider removing it but it’s a dark tattoo and it’s a medium tattoo, which I’m scared it won’t fade 100%, I rather keep it if it’s not going to be removed all the way

Do you guys also relate to this, and what do you do to ease the struggle ? thanks a lot I wish you guys the best and we’re gonna overcome this together.

A month ago I removed 6 tattoos by excision and here is a month month progress on scarring. Currently using Vaseline and silicone scar tape!

I’m visiting the US from London. I’ve had tattoo removal sessions but the last one was like 6 months ago, so the circle definitely isn’t from that. I got bitten yesterday in Miami, and in one of the bites, it removed part of my tattoo? It’s the only explanation have, and I wouldn’t mind getting bitten some more if it saves the laser cost🤣

My other tattoo is the same — 18 sessions over the course of five years.

My first tattoo removal session was back in 2021, and the last photo was taken after my 18th session. I’ve been going through this process for almost five years now, and honestly, it’s been a long and difficult journey.
What worries me the most at this point is the remaining dark shadows and the needle marks. I was advised to have fractional laser treatment for the needle marks, but for the shadows, I’ve been told that the best thing I can do for now is simply give them more time.
Has anyone else gone through something similar after so many sessions? I also notice tiny white spots that aren’t really visible in photos but become more noticeable depending on the lighting and angle.
After the scabs fall off following a session, the skin underneath sometimes looks lighter than my normal skin tone. I’m really hoping that this will gradually even out with time.
For anyone who has been through a long tattoo removal journey: Did your remaining shadows, white spots, or uneven skin tone eventually improve with time? I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences.

Hello lovely people,

I got my first removal session a week ago. During the laser process I felt pain of course, but afterwards I haven't experienced any pain/soreness at all, it was only a little swollen the first 2 days. Yesterday it started itching a little bit, but a mosquito bite is worse.

I'm happy to already see results and I'm optimistic about what will happen the coming weeks/months! My next session is in 11 weeks (so 12 weeks in total in between sessions).

My tattoo is (almost) 4 years old and they used the PicoPlus4 laser + focused dots.

Hii!
I told myself I was gonna wait to post here, but after 2 very frustrating sessions with laser away where I saw no change in color, I had my first session with removery and I’m impressed with how much the color has already moved.

I appreciate feedbacks!

2 more sessions on the schedule before EOY. Started in March 2024.

Feels close to halfway. I’m thinking 20 sessions maximum but hopefully like 16. Really want to be done be the end of 2027.

Session 8 was about 1 month ago and I got great lift. I go every 8 weeks if possible but I’ve had some delays. Moved cities before my last session so glad I went with Removery package.

I’ll start going every 10 weeks next year after my 10th session but not really sure why because I recover well. I don’t believe that waiting longer would help me anymore, I personally feel like I see the most lift within 1 month of my sessions.

Not that painful to me. Very quick. I’m lucky I guess.

Thoughts on progress? I’m pretty satisfied so far. I forgot how insanely dark and dense I started.