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Cover Up Tattoo Removal. Phoenix, AZ

Name: Cover Up Tattoo Removal. Phoenix, AZ
Item: Name not provided
Author: lunaagri

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I wanted a simple symbol on my upper arm, nothing...

lunaagriJune 6, 2016

$2,000

I wanted a simple symbol on my upper arm, nothing else. The line work was one of the easiest things. But I was unsatisfied when I found the lines were crooked and non consistent. I went in for a coverup. The artist chose a rose, and it sounded great but the work didn't go as well as I thought it would. I feel incredibly stupid. I hate it and it increased my self loathing so much! I never knew a tattoo would affect me this much. It's embarrassing. It's summer and I don't even want to wear tank tops. It's been on my mind so much and it's driving me crazy. This tattoo is probably my #1 regret right now.
I'm suppose to have another session coming up on the 12th, but I don't think I'm going to go. I've been researching what I can do, I'm only 18 and I don't want this on me. It's still healing and I already regret it so much, what a stupid and impulsive decision I've made. I looked up tattoo laser removal and found a place that may be able to help. I'm going to call them tomorrow before work to set up a consultation instead of going to the next tattoo session. I don't want to make it any worse or harder to get out. There's already a lot of red and black, and he wants to add blue and purple. I just can't do it. It's so embarrassing.
I've read some stories on here and it encourages me to get this tattoo removed. I'll keep updating on how it works out.

Replies (11)

nickyvandy

June 6, 2016

good luck on your search. I have heard PicoWay is helpful with red tattoos. Picosure is great, but not as much with red.

lunaagri

June 15, 2016

I've heard the same thing. I'm going to a consultation soon. Hopefully I can work with them with the whole Picosure and Picoway thing.

Eci

June 6, 2016

Sounds like you made the right choice by not going in for another tattoo session when you are not sure. I made that mistake. Several times. And its costing me a lot of time and money now. Take your time and consider your options. Do some research before you make your next move whatever it will be.

lunaagri

June 15, 2016

I'm definitely doing more research and being more careful with tattoo artists. I'm doing a lot of research with picosure laser removal. Apparently it's one of the best ways to go. I'm going in for a consultation soon and hopefully it'll go well.

dearworld

June 11, 2016

My two cent opinion...the center of the rose is quite pretty. Perhaps you could use the laser process to make the rose smaller.. i.e. take a few layers of petals off. Personally, I think that would be lovely. But whether you want to do a modification go for a full removal, you've come to the right place. You'll find a lot of advice, support, and peace of mind here. Good luck on your journey.

lunaagri

June 15, 2016

I've thought about getting a cover up and only doing a few laser sessions. I guess it all depends on how it'll heal? I just feel like the rose just doesn't fit me I guess.. Thank you though.

debra2165

June 13, 2016

I sympathise with you very much I did the same as a young girl, 17 to be honest .. Went for a cover up & while I wasn't looking the tattooist added stuff I hated ! So again had another cover up which was very dark and large .. Same place as yours I spent most of my adult life covering up with clothing, choosing one shoulder dresses etc . In recent years and the progression of laser removal I have gone down this route. To date I have had 22 sessions and it's still there .. Smaller and faded but never the less still requires make up to conceal. I would suggest you go down this route if you hate it or it will blight many years to come. But be realistic about how long it will take and I have found it beneficial to go to different lasers are some take out red some don't so well. Unfortunately for me it wasn't black that was used it was blue which is very hard to remove. Black would probably be gone by now ! Good luck you know we all make mistakes but you have time to get on with it. Maybe with it being freshly done it may come out quicker. I wish you well.

lunaagri

June 15, 2016

I'm trying to be realistic as I can. I know the red will be very hard to take out and it'll take probably 10 sessions to get somewhat of a major difference. I just hope it goes well and I can eventually feel okay wearing a bathing suit/tank tops again.

debra2165

June 15, 2016

I am sure you will, because mine is faded I am already more confident as it doesn't stand out so badly. Get some good cover all make up while your having treatments it works for those occasions when you need to hide it. Yes shop around for a laser that successfully removes red. ( please don't add to your tattoo ) good luck

Schmutzerella

July 17, 2016

I had a similar dilemma. I have a small faded line tattoo that I wanted to cover up with a mandala. Looked for the artist I liked for over a year. Went for a consult and she told me that she only does flowers and feathers for cover ups. Nope. Opted for a removal. It's hard to find a good tattoo artist. Even if the work looks amazing on portfolio, there's always a human factor. If your artist is having a bad day, you can end up with a mess. But don't get depressed. Lesson learned, even if it's the hard way. Tattoo removal is spaced out 8-10 weeks (sometimes tattoo continues to fade for a while if you don't get it removed within this time period), so you will be able to set some money aside.

UPDATED FROM lunaagri

3 days post

Consultation

lunaagriJune 15, 2016

So the consultation is coming up. I'm feeling better about it now that it's healed and I know what I'm dealing with more. A lot of the black is kinda faded and the red isn't so intense. There's really not much line work to it either, but the middle part of the rose does have line work and intense black. It's pretty much the only part that does, so depending on how my first couple of laser sessions are, I'll decide if I want a coverup or to just get this thing off me. Thank you for all the support, it's really helping.

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Eva G

June 15, 2016

Just wanted to stop by and wish you lots of success with your removal. I will be following and I look forward to your progress updates.

UPDATED FROM lunaagri

13 days post

Consultation part 2

lunaagriJune 25, 2016

So I went in and they said it will be $350 for each session. I'm really upset that I'm dropping this kind of money on this tattoo. It makes me regret it 10 times more. I'm not well financially. I have a part time job and I'm moved out of my parents. I have bills and rent to pay. Once a month I get a small part of a check to myself. But now all of it is going to be towards this tattoo. I know it's worth it. And I know I'll be much happier in the end. But I'm upset and sad I have to spend this kind of money. So on top of feeling ugly and idiotic, I have to deal with financial stress. I feel like I'm trapped. I feel awful.

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mtenter

June 25, 2016

I suggest you contact them and ask if they have any specials or deals you could take advantage of because money is tight. Play the pity card. I know it might feel like you're cheating them but you're not, that's business, and if you can get a better deal then it's totally worth it.

On another note, I totally know how you feel. It's hard putting aside the feelings of shame an regret. I swear you'll start feeling better though when you start seeing progress from your laser sessions. Like you said, it's worth it.

turpentina

July 17, 2016

Hey! How many sessions do they suggest? Do you know how much in total are you going to pay?

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