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Does the Tattoo Vanish method of tattoo removal work?

By jd29 on 31 Dec 2012

I have been looking into getting a tattoo removed and came across a place that does the tattoo vanish method where they tattoo the area and apply an all natural saline based solution, let it sit for 10 minutes, wash it off and it supposedly draws the ink out with the scab that forms. Has anybody heard of this method or do you have any information on it? I have been searching online and can't find anything bad. I checked the better business bureau and they have a rating of A-, no complaints. Please someone give me some insight on this.

Comments (9)

alycat123 7 May 2013
actually megan there is a doctor in cali using the tattoo vanish method. and yes tattoo vanish does work. i have already had 3 of my tattoos removed by them and i couldnt be happier.
Megan P (Community Manager) 7 May 2013

Which doctor is it?

Also, you should post a review with pictures showing your results.

jd29 9 May 2013
The doctor's name is Barry Broomberg in California
Megan P (Community Manager) 9 May 2013

I didn't see him listed on RealSelf. I'm guessing this is him on Yelp, is that correct? Looks like people have had some real mixed experiences there.

jd29 9 May 2013
Yes, that is the doctor in California that you asked about.
PristineLaserCenter 2 Jan 2013

We have seen a few patients that have come into our office after using tattoo vanish. They had used it multiple times and they described what you have described: they inject the solution into the skin and it forms a scab and after the scab falls off, the tattoo is supposed to be lighter. Well, for these patients, the tattoo didn't get lighter and more importantly, they have formed scars due to constant irritation of the skin. Now we are removing the tattoo with laser treatments, but the scars left over from the tattoo vanish are a problem. If you decide to try it, be sure you find someone good and make sure you are not left with a scar. Hope that helps a bit.

jd29 2 Jan 2013
With this method they don't inject the solution, you might be thinking of Rejuvi, here they tattoo over the area and then apply the solution on top, let it sit for 15 minutes, wash it off and it's supposed to draw the ink out when it forms a scab. I have seen some of the scarring left from Rejuvi, Tattoo Vanish says that this is different because it doesn't get injected and their solution is all natural, it is saline based.
jd29 1 Jan 2013
Most of the places that perfrom the procedure are permanent makeup studios and tattoo shops. During my research I have found that in order to perform this you have to go to Las Vegas and receive training that lasts for a few days.
Megan P (Community Manager) 1 Jan 2013

I haven't heard of the method. However, I can't help but think of the age old saying "If it seems too good to be true, it probably is." Also, if this was an effective method I would expect the dermatologist would be offering it to their patients. Do you know the qualifications of the person actually performing the treatment?

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