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Posted 28 Jun 2011

So..... I was a wild one in my late teens and decided to get a bunch of unnecessary tattoos. When I hit my 20's and realized how tacky they looked I decided to go and seek tattoo removal.

My experience was that IT HURTS! You can get numbing injections but I could not have the one that worked best because it caused my heart to race. I decided to go with the non stimulating type injection but it didn't seem to completely numb the tattoo. YES, it is worth it. I have one more that is halfway removed and I will post when the tattoo is off. It makes me think twice about getting another one.

Updated on 28 Jun 2011:
I had one other tattoo removed that I posted up on the site. Here is the 2nd one I am working on. I was about 17 whenI got it done and now 27 and really trying to get it off! I can never where tank tops without having to cover it up because it looks so tacky, even halfway removed.

If the tattoo artist has used an unnecessarily large needle for the tattoo, it is VERY hard to remove. I am 6 sessions in, 1000.00 invested and the tattoo is almost half way gone. Remember when you are getting this done to be very patient. The hardest part about tattoo removal is that I can't exercise for a day or two after the procedure is done and I have to wear a huge bandage. It will be worth it once it is done.

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BrittB 29 Jun 2011

Hi Kate,

I don't know if the community is aware you can't workout after removal, that's good to know.

Thanks for the review and we look forward to hearing more!

-Britt

Kate H. (Community Manager) 29 Jun 2011
Btw, I meant WEAR, not where. ;)
Here I am 2 Aug 2011
IT Looks amazing are you so happy with your results?
Kate H. (Community Manager) 12 Jan 2012

Sorry i didn't see your comment before, YES I am!!! But... the other tattoo I think I am going to get surgically removed to get it done quick and easy. :)

berrie 15 Oct 2011
It hurts, and I mean bad!! For my next session, I'm going to order Dr. numb. I have had two c-sections, and the shingles. I have to say having the laser removal of the tatoo on my breast was extremely painful, but it's going to be worth it. And yes, it hurts way worse than having one put on. Although no one will listen, as you age your skin does stretch. So think twice, and maybe three times before putting permanent ink on your body.
Kate H. (Community Manager) 12 Jan 2012

I agree with you berrie, it does hurt.  AND, I can't use the typical numbing shots because they make me really shaky.  I think it's the stimulant that's in them. lol  

Lizlee217 1 Mar 2012
Hi Kate, I'm also in the Seattle area and looking for a tattoo removal place. Can you let me know where you go? Thanks!
Kate H. (Community Manager) 20 Apr 2012

Hi Lizlee217,

 

I'm so sorry I didn't get your post for some reason. :(  I'm going to blink starting in the Fall because they seem to know what they are doing the most. (206) 462-3008 is their number and there is a Bellevue location as well.

Blink told me I'm too tan right now and I have to get my skin back to its natural skin color. No spray tan and no sun!  She said to wait until after summer to work on my 2nd tattoo that is being stubborn.  I went to Caddell's Laser in Bellevue for my other tattoo and may go back there as well. Best of luck to you!

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