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Can I stop tattoo removal after one session? I regret starting the process

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Beautiful63930Sep 18, 2021

I have had one session of tattoo removal this week and am now regretting starting the process. If I cease treatments now will my tattoo fade a lot or will it only fade so much? How long before I can go back in the sun or tan without worrying about the area?

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