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Very Large Chest Tattoo Mess- 30yr Old Female, Calgary Ab Canada

UPDATED FROM erinstr
2 years post

Most recent cover up progress

erinstrMay 26, 2018
$2,676
Ok so I went for another cover up session yesterday , and according to my artist only ONE session left and it Will be done. Next appt we will fill in the gap in my cleavage , color the newerat leaves and then add in the background to cover the last of the old tattoo and tie everything together. then there are two small spots that i will continue to laser off. You’ll see those spots circled in the second and third pictures . I’m takin a break for the summer , next appt is in September, then I’ll get back at the lasering!

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West side laser and light

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Consult went very well. Professional, informative and answered all my questions. Fair price for treatments with good payment options. Though the numbing cream if you choose to use it , is grossly over priced. **UPDATE: 2nd consult was at institute for skin advancement, *5 star rating in all categories- honest, knowledgeable and very professional. Fair pricing and I felt they have more knowledge of tattoo removal then the last clinic I consulted with. They were also more realistic and straight forward about the results i could expect/achieve. I will be moving forward at this clinic. UPDATE: Institute for skin advancement has been absolutely amazing. I can't say enough good things about the staff. They have made a really really hard time in my life slightly less horrible by being so professional and kind and understanding. HIGHLY reccomend.

Replies (4)

steffie1019
July 5, 2018
Are you satisfied with the cover up? I sure hope so because that will never come off lol
erinstr
July 6, 2018
Yes I am
bjcbarbara
July 6, 2018

I don’t like it

erinstr
July 6, 2018
It’s a good thing it’s not on your body then :)
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Eva G
July 21, 2018

I love it!! I'm so glad that you are keeping us posted on your progress -- so exciting! I look forward to your next update. Have a nice summer!

erinstr
July 21, 2018
Thanks so much Eva!
asvargas09
January 28, 2019
UPDATED FROM erinstr
2 years post

Cover up progress!

erinstrMarch 24, 2018
Had my mst recent cover up session 2 days ago. Man oh MAN, after all the laser and tattoo the area has endured my nerve endings are so shot and sensitive it’s unveliveable. Not to mention it’s alrwady a really painful sensitive spot. Not to scare anyone, but for real- I don’t want to sugar coat anything, this crap does not feel nice. AnywAys , we had planned to get a lot more done this session , but I tapped out after 2 hours. I’m sill really happy with the progress. Such an incredible feeling seeing most of the old ugly crap almost gone ! Next appt is end of April, more color then. Appt after that will be more color, and then background to cover the rest of the old tattoo. So close to the end now.

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shougki
March 25, 2018
yr journey been incredible! hang on
erinstr
March 25, 2018
❤️
War5aw
April 6, 2018
Hey it's been awhile! Glad you're in a better place, good luck with the cover. Cheers :)
erinstr
April 7, 2018
Thanks so much !
gertyo
April 7, 2018
I love your new tattoos!! Millions times better than the work you had previously❤️ I can’t wait to see it all finished.
erinstr
April 7, 2018
Thanks! I’m very excited to see it all finished as well !
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2 years post

most recent cover up / fading progress

erinstrMarch 3, 2018
I forgot to update - I had a cover up appt on January 27th and here is my most recent progress. I go in for my next cover up appt on March 22. I’m feeling hopeful that my coverup will be complete by summer , and then come fall I’ll start back up with the last bits of laser .
The tattoo will have full color , it’s heavy black right now because that’s his cover up process - he will add in color afterwards. I’m really happy with how it’s going and for once, feel like there is a light a the end of this tunnel.

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Eva G
March 4, 2018

Hey, look at your progress -- your cover-up is looking amazing! Thank you so much for keeping us updated, I can't wait for the final reveal. 

erinstr
March 4, 2018
Thanks Eva ! It’s still got a ways to go, but is coming along
k_nicole
March 15, 2018
I can't wait to see the finished product!!
erinstr
March 22, 2018
Thanks me too!!!
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bleakc11
March 21, 2018
Your cover up looks great!! Thanks so much for all of your updates. It has been so helpful following you over the years. Best of luck as you finish your cover up!
erinstr
March 22, 2018
Thank you so much- im really glad it’s been helpful for you !
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