We're All in This Together! - Columbus, OH

Hi True, I just saw yr blog. I think you are being really wise taking yr time to research yr options first, and even grow to like the tatt (if you choose). I understand yr journey of trying to seek out a reputable and affordable place...you should read my review. I can sympathize w/ what you are going through and, although smaller than yrs, I am getting an all outline black tattoo removed. I am heading into session 9 in a few weeks/months. So, need less to say, you really need to 1) research not only the clinic/doctor/technician to make sure they are more concerned about yr healing/fading than the money and are qualified and 2) you need seek out the laser that works best for you. Being that yrs is black ink, I think yr laser options are wide open there. Anyways, your story and questions reminded me of my journey...so pls read my story and feel free to email/ask me anything...we both have the black "minimal" tattoos, but in all reality, I have realized that outlines are tough to remove, and yes...they may require up to 10 sessions or more. There are many variables tho, so it's hard to know for sure...anyways good luck and I'm happy to hear that you are not rushing into any instant decisions.

Thanks for the update, glad you made a decision you are comfortable with - that is important:)

Hi there! I looked into the saline solution tattooing. I didn't see much on how successful it was. It would be great if it were, and probably much less expensive! I'm definitely no professional, but I feel as thin as your outline is, that you might not experience much blistering. I think most of the blistering comes from dense areas of ink. I wish you the best of luck, and hope you can start your journey soon! :)

My medi spa does the saline solution method. My laser tech said it's kind of a pain in the ass when it's healing but the only person she knows who has 100% tattoo removal has done a mixture of the saline and laser. It's not just a one and done process, it's like laser removal and must be done in sessions.

Im getting ready to have two arm tattoos removed, and some script on my back. My first session is next Thursday. I was quoted 6K for 'unlimited sessions', but oped for single session prices at $570.00. The unlimited session cost, assumes all my tattoos will take more than 10 sessions to remove. Honestly, I think the $6000 is a little high. So yes, I felt as if I was being sold as many treatments as possible. These treatments, are ultimately offered as services, and tattoo removal is a business, it would be foolish to assume they weren't trying to make money... I do think it's worth shopping around if you are not comfortable with the cost. As for the way you feel about the tattoo, I have hated mine for as long as I've had them (10+ years). I have tried to accept them. All this has done, is prolonged the pain, by trying to avoid the inevitable. In my opinion, if you dislike the tattoo, have it removed ASAP.

Hang in there friend! My husband didn't think I should have my ankle tat lasered, but he supported my decision to go with it, since it is my body. Your boyfriend sounds sweet, hopefully he'll respect your choice. My treatments are done in here in Florida, and I pay $199/3 treatments. I feel I'm getting a pretty fair price. My tats tiny, so price could be w little less, but it works with my budget, so I'm not too worried. I had my 7th treatment two days ago, which was actually more than I was quoted (told 6 treatments max, but was warned ankle is hard to remove). I have had NO regrets with my treatment. But I have a tiny tat that is low on my ankle. It is black ink, so as of recent, it just looks like small grease smudges, harely noticable and I am please with the results. I have had many people judge me when it was a more visible tat, since everybody thought it was something different than what it was, and that sucked. But I have had way more people judge me for removal. I just tell them with a smile I wanted to give it a try, I don't mind being among the first in this generation to break the waves. We are trend setters. ;) Anywho, your tat looks simple enough, I'm NO pro, but it's only black ink so your success should be really great. Keep your head up n good luck!

Hey there, just checking in, would love to have an update from you. Have you started removal?