Not sure what do to about this tattoo? (Photos)

January 7, 2017
Asked By:TashaPonce in Phoenix, AZ

This tattoo was my 4th and done with a lot of thought and research put in to it....but at the end of the day it's not what I originally had in mind. First of all, it's larger then I originally wanted and the shading outside of the outline is darker and wider then I had hoped for. This tattoo is now a week old and still peeling. What can I do? Is there anyway to lighten up the shading outside of the turtle? Uhhh help!

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January 8, 2017

Answer: This tattoo should be removable with laser treatment.

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January 8, 2017

Answer: This tattoo should be removable with laser treatment.

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September 28, 2018

Answer: Yes, you can have only the shading lightened with laser tattoo removal.

September 28, 2018

Answer: Yes, you can have only the shading lightened with laser tattoo removal.