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Day 1 After Tx. Lots of Immune Reaction - Philadelphia, PA
ORIGINAL POST
For the past 8 years, I have always dreaded the...
Nick Philadelphia44005October 29, 2013
WORTH IT$1,340
For the past 8 years, I have always dreaded the wings tattoo spanning my back. It was only an outline for a good 7 of the years until year 8 where it was decided that i would shade it in in the hopes that i would feel better about how it looks. big mistake!! it was surpremely dark and just didnt work like i wanted. anyways, i really thought i was doomed to endure this for the rest of my life.
Come to find out about 4 days ago that there was a solution. i've heard of Q-Switched lasers but the new Picosure technology meant purportedly, less heal time/sessions and better ink breakup. it was more expensive, sbout 25% more than the Q i think.
the pain level: tolerable and comfortable for about 5 minutes. but my tattoo is huge, about 20" x 20". at about 12 minutes, the pain is pretty intense. for me, talking does not help - in fact it makes me more uncomfortable but i've heard some people hum during the procedure. find what works best for you.
the first 30 minutes AFTER the procedure is the worst, its like the feeling of a terrible sunburn but it progressively subsides as you continue on through the day (dont worry!!)
my doctor also told me the first treatment is typically the most painful. ill let you know if thats true..giving completely honest feedback here.
all in all, its too early to say of any results as you can see, however i'm having a strong immune reaction which is a good sign. will keep you guys updated as i go.
remember NOT to rush the process.
Come to find out about 4 days ago that there was a solution. i've heard of Q-Switched lasers but the new Picosure technology meant purportedly, less heal time/sessions and better ink breakup. it was more expensive, sbout 25% more than the Q i think.
the pain level: tolerable and comfortable for about 5 minutes. but my tattoo is huge, about 20" x 20". at about 12 minutes, the pain is pretty intense. for me, talking does not help - in fact it makes me more uncomfortable but i've heard some people hum during the procedure. find what works best for you.
the first 30 minutes AFTER the procedure is the worst, its like the feeling of a terrible sunburn but it progressively subsides as you continue on through the day (dont worry!!)
my doctor also told me the first treatment is typically the most painful. ill let you know if thats true..giving completely honest feedback here.
all in all, its too early to say of any results as you can see, however i'm having a strong immune reaction which is a good sign. will keep you guys updated as i go.
remember NOT to rush the process.
UPDATED FROM Nick Philadelphia44005
7 days post
Bubbles gone. Pink emerges. Shading is gone
Nick Philadelphia44005November 5, 2013
The bubbles slowly popped, (or I popped them myself, I couldn't help it).. Sleeping as you can imagine was terrible.. sleeping on my stomach is NOT how I am accustomed to, so I took a Diazapam and just hugged a body pillow for 4 days and was ok. Can sleep regularly now.
The shading is coming off, I have a pile of shedded ink falling off me. I know it sounds gross but I'm being transparent here through my progress.
The ink in general has lightened, its noticeable. I expect it to lighten more in the coming weeks. Will report back in with progress!
The shading is coming off, I have a pile of shedded ink falling off me. I know it sounds gross but I'm being transparent here through my progress.
The ink in general has lightened, its noticeable. I expect it to lighten more in the coming weeks. Will report back in with progress!
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UPDATED FROM Nick Philadelphia44005
7 days post
Heres the Original
Nick Philadelphia44005November 5, 2013
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November 5, 2013
Is the arm in the pre-treatment pic different than the arm in the 1 week post-treatment pic?
November 5, 2013
Yes, very much. I have a pile of the shadings that has fallen off. Its considerably lighter.
November 5, 2013
No, sorry, I meant is one pic the left arm and one pic the right arm? Because the wing shape looks different and I see you have some more ink lined on in your newest pic. The shading has definitely come out by the looks of it!
November 6, 2013
Oh I see what you mean. No, both are equally lasered and look alike. The more fuller/darker one is just one wing, pre-op. I got both wings done and plan to each session.
November 5, 2013
Do you have the tattoo on each arm? The results look pretty good, especially after so soon after only 1 session
November 5, 2013
I have the tattoo on both arms. Both are achieving good similar results. No pain now. Have been taking fish oil tablets as well, they seem to do the trick too. Healing has speeded up.
November 6, 2013
How do you deal with the pink skin? Mine is still pink after 4 weeks and my next treatment is in 1.5 weeks. Do you put some kind of lotion or anything?
November 6, 2013
I'm using Aquaphor on it half of the day, half off. I figure, its good to let the skin breathe every now and then.
November 6, 2013
2 1000mg fish oil tablets before bed too! Heard its good for the skin especially during this process of healing.
November 6, 2013
Heres a good article on Fish Oil Supplements, they contain omega-3 fatty acids: one which greatly benefits skin by regulating oil production to boost hydration and prevent acne, and by delaying the skins aging process to stave off wrinkles
http://www.health.com/health/article/0,,20411530,00.html
November 18, 2013
Hey there skielie, good question, in my opinion ( I am no expert) I would wait till the skin turns to normal color. I have found that waiting longer between sessions is the best thing. I got really red in one spot on my last treatment so I took a break and it is now just returning to normal color.
November 17, 2013
Congrats man! The old laser you would probably have NO changes at all for the first few treatment, so feel good! I'll be following you all the way through this.
November 19, 2013
Thanks for posting the pics of the blisters. As gross as they are I had the same size/amount and couldn't see any others that suffered the same-it freaked me out! I feel like I have alien skin (just got my first treatment on Saturday) but at least I know others are experiencing the same! Good luck with your journey.
November 19, 2013
Hey PrettyPrettyPrincess, curious to know more about your tattoo that you are having removed. You should start a review and share your experience with us :) Hope to see you in the community soon!
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Thanks so much for sharing your story, sorry to hear you were not happy with the outcome of your tattoo once the shading was added... the good news is people have had some great results with shading clearing after just one treatment, check out this members review http://www.realself.com/review/true-skin-medispa-tattoo-removal-my-chances . Can I clarify, did you say it took 12 minutes to treat your tattoo?
Oh wow! That's intense, keep us posted!
I think it's going to be really cool to watch the transformation from removal to cover up...and lotuscat I agree, it does help to have something to look forward to! Check out this members review, she just finished her removal and got her cover up, looks great!
My Tattoo Removal - Houston, TX
Hope your treatment went well!