Removing my 12 Year Old Wings. - Ohio

Session 1/Day 1.

My tattoo is located on my upper back and is of wings. I received it around 11 years prior, so it was rather faded. THANKFULLY! I have been wanting to get the tattoo removed for some time, just never went through with it. When my boyfriend began suggesting we get married next summer, I wanted to being the process b/c I do not want this tattoo in my wedding photos.

My appointment was scheduled at 1:45. I was seen around 2:15 where numbing cream was applied along with an ice pack. About 30 minutes later, treatment was started. The session took about 30-45 seconds and did sting. It stung. Actually, I wouldn’t compare it to the snapping of a rubber band on the skin, like most do. I would say it felt like a bee sting. In all honesty, even afterwards. I had a 20 minute drive home, which felt like it took forever. I began to feel stiff in my shoulders and neck. As soon as I got home, I placed an ice pack on my back and laid face down on the couch. A few hours later, I felt a little less stiff, but I did feel a little flu like. I’m now feeling the same way, but have a headache and am really tired. Not sure if this is due to the tattoo removal, as I know my immune system is actually what gets rid of the ink, or if I am actually getting sick. Guess I’ll figure that out tomorrow! My next session is May 10th.

Session 1/Day 2.

Ok. So, I've noticed a little bit of fading.. maybe it's me being optimistic, or it it's actually fading quickly. I'm quite the bubbly, look-for-the-good in things kinda person. Who knows.
So, it is very sensitive. It's still red, looks a little scaly, and feels tight. Not so bad. I felt sluggish still today, like I was fighting a cold, etc. I work at a bank, and we are opening a new branch, so I was moving around a lot today.. as well as complaining. :) Poor guys. Thank goodness I'm pretty! ;) ;)

Ok kiddos!

Saturday night I developed a few little blisters. I guess I wasn't out of the park on that one yet. They were small and I didn't feel them, but, they looked gross when I looked at the picture my boyfriend took for me. It was still a little sensitive (sensitivity grew more when I saw the darn blisters!) but I didn't have much discomfort.

Today (Monday) I had my boyfriend take another picture for me, so I could get a clear view. It seemed to start itching, but then I discovered my pesky work shirt tag that was making the upper part itch. DARN YOU! It feels raised to the touch, but it seems to be just fine and only a tad sensitive. Could be in my head, but oh well! Enjoy the new pics!