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I've Finally Begun Laser Tattoo Removal!

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Today was my first laser tattoo removal session....

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c_merritt
WORTH IT$700
Today was my first laser tattoo removal session. I'm going to Treasure Valley Tattoo Removal in Boise, ID. The pain wasn't nearly as bad as I was thinking it would be. It felt like a rubber band snapping on the skin, then like a bad sunburn. But now about two hours later it's only a slight burning feeling, like a mild sunburn. In my opinion, the aftermath hurt worse than the laser itself! I'll be updating my progress here for anyone curious! So so excited.

I can already see some of the shading GONE. He thinks it'll take 5 times to completely remove.

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July 13, 2017
Thank you! Can't wait to see your progress. I, too, is getting my chest tattoo removed. Good luck on your journey :)
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July 15, 2017
Thanks so much! Good luck on yours too. I'm so happy, it's the best decision I've ever made!
August 3, 2017
How old was your tattoo?
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September 4, 2017
Hello! Sorry it's taken me a bit to reply. It was about 5 years old.
September 4, 2017
Thanks Hun and how many months did removal take?
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September 4, 2017
I've only had one session, I go in this Tues for the next one. They think it'll take 6 sessions to remove, so far it's faded a good amount.
September 4, 2017
It looks amazing for one session. How many weeks between sessions are up doing? What laser too? Sorry if I missed that! : )
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October 14, 2017
It's the Quanta laser and I go in every month :)
September 30, 2017
is that with picosure or q switch laser?? thankyou!!
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October 14, 2017
It's a quanta laser
UPDATED FROM c_merritt
4 days post

One day after first session!

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c_merritt
I can already see a difference. Here's what it looked like after just one day! It's been a few days now, and it's even lighter! I'll post an update on Tuesday (one week after session 1)

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July 15, 2017
As for what it feels like now, it's been 4 days now and it feels like a sunburn. It's bearable and not too uncomfortable. The sunlight kinda burns even through my shirt so I keep it covered with a couple layers to prevent sun from hitting it. No problems to report. It's still a little raised, but it's going down. I put ice pack on it and it feels much better!
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July 26, 2017
I love Zelda! Great progress on your first session :)
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August 3, 2017
Congratulations on getting started! I look forward to your progress. :) it's a long journey, and seeing other people's journeys makes it a little easier! Happy fading and good luck!
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August 23, 2017
Definitely some great just got a tat I regret and will be seeking laser removal in a few months once it heals. Keep it up and good luck!
UPDATED FROM c_merritt
2 months post

Update!

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c_merritt
It's been a little over a month and I've definitely seen a decent amount of fading. Hasn't really changed since the last before/after I posted. My next session is this Tuesday. More updates to come!

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