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My Picosure Diary - Esher, GB

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I have a tattoo that is 27 years old and I have...

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crazydaisy1969November 7, 2013
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I have a tattoo that is 27 years old and I have hated it for almost as long. This year I decided to do something about it. After reading about the diferent types of laser I opted for Picosure. I was very nervous as have seen and heard of some awful results with normal laser removal. the pain wasn't as bad as I was expecting, although far from pleasant, it was bareable and also very quick - literally felt like it took a couple of minutes. I am not sure how effective it has been so far, but have been told it will continue to fade between treatments. Its very expensive, so am going to have 3 treatments, then review if i feel it has been worth it. I am hoping it will though - just to be able to have the confidence to wear sleeveless tops again without feeling like self conscious.

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wilks1986
November 8, 2013
Hi Daisy, welcome to the site! Looks like you're already seen some results after only one treatment. The periods in between treatments are when most of the work happens. The key thing to remember during this process is the art of patience. If you're not a patient person then you will be by the end of it! Do you have your next session booked?
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crazydaisy1969
November 9, 2013
Hi, yes patience isn't my best quality but I'm sure I will learn!!! I have my next session booked for 29th November :)
sally12
November 24, 2013
I had treatment on my little tattoo which was really expensive and it has now been 9 days with really no difference other than to my purse which is quite empty now! ho hum!
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amy93
November 13, 2013
Hi im about to go for my 1st treatment at trueskin on the 26th! I had a patch test and now im terrified of the pain, i'm also not impressed with the price either but I suppose it will mean longer time between treatments to save up so it fades more. Did you use any numbing cream?
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crazydaisy1969
November 13, 2013
Hi Amy. Yes the price is ridiculous I agree, but I'm really hoping it will be worth it in the long run. They didn't use numbing cream and all I can say is the pain is bearable!!! I just had to close my eyes and try to switch off from it all. The staff there are amazing though and you certainly feel like you are in professional hands. Good luck with your treatment and keep us posted :)
Tatfromhell
January 15, 2015
Your result is amazing! Have you ever come across sally Hansen spray on tights? (Available in boots or online) I use it on my arms for pigmentation and it helps to give an even finish for those special occasions. How many treatments did you need in the end?
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crazydaisy1969
January 15, 2015
I will have a look at that thank you. I had 6 treatments in total
Tatfromhell
January 15, 2015
You only had six treatments?!?! I have had eight and I'm no where near there. My tat is only three years ago, maybe that has something to do with it
jolieqe
January 16, 2015
congrats! i'm going on my 3rd session in a couple weeks. pretty fun to watch it blister and fade lol.
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crazydaisy1969
January 16, 2015
Good luck. Look forward to seeing some pics
UPDATED FROM crazydaisy1969
1 month post

Next session looming!!

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crazydaisy1969November 26, 2013
Well I have my second session on Friday and am feeling slightly nervous. Really hoping to see some better fading this time. The cost is stressing me before Christmas but I want this gone more than anything. I've put it off for so long I need to be patient and remind myself that hopefully next summer I can wear the sleeveless dresses to work that I've wanted to for years!!!!

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amy93
November 26, 2013
Hi ive just had my first treatment I used emla numbing cream and it did the trick was bareable. I have a humongous blister formed after just an hour its so big and red i'm worried :( good luck for your next treatment
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crazydaisy1969
November 27, 2013
ouch!! hopefully your blister will go down in a couple of days. Have you got any before and after pics? It gives me so much hope when I see other peoples successes on here. My worry isnt so much the pain, but I have a tendancy to faint - even thinking about it or watching other people have it done on youtube makes me go funny! luckily the lady that did my last treatment was very understanding and let me lay down afterwards in their spa with a drink until I had recovered properly!
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1 month post

Second session today

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crazydaisy1969November 29, 2013
Had Christina carry out my session today. Although she put the machine on a higher setting this time, I didn't think it hurt so much. It's very blistered tonight and quite swollen. Pics will follow

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Eva G
November 30, 2013


Thanks for the update, look forward to the photos! Did you use numbing cream?


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