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My Picosure Experience
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I began the laser tattoo removal process in May....
wilsonis8July 25, 2013
$1,200
I began the laser tattoo removal process in May. My tattoo isn't very big, about 2 in. by 2 in. I got it a year ago and had regret almost immediately. I always wanted one, but didn't really give my business world enough thought and I find myself hiding it with makeup all the time. It's on my ankle and it's a palm tree. Don't ask. Stupid.
My local doctor was the one who told me about Picosure. Their practice wasn't going to purchase the laser, so I searched online and found the closest office. I"m driving a couple hours from home but it's no big deal.
My first treatment hardly lightened the tattoo, so the Dr. turned the machine up higher for the second round. I won't say much about the first treatment as there isn't much to report. It hurts. A lot. But it's quick. Well, if you have a small tattoo. Blistered a little, really no big deal. Second round? Ugh. Wow. It's been a rough week. The blister that formed was huge and almost immediate. Gross would be a good description. It was really painful. I never bruised or had swelling, but it was very sore to the touch and it hurt to bear weight on that foot. Then the blister came off overnight. Eww. Underneath it was just raw flesh! Yikes! And yes, painful. Now 8 days later, I think I've turned the corner. It seems like it's drying up and starting to scab. Excited to see how much it starts to fade.
My local doctor was the one who told me about Picosure. Their practice wasn't going to purchase the laser, so I searched online and found the closest office. I"m driving a couple hours from home but it's no big deal.
My first treatment hardly lightened the tattoo, so the Dr. turned the machine up higher for the second round. I won't say much about the first treatment as there isn't much to report. It hurts. A lot. But it's quick. Well, if you have a small tattoo. Blistered a little, really no big deal. Second round? Ugh. Wow. It's been a rough week. The blister that formed was huge and almost immediate. Gross would be a good description. It was really painful. I never bruised or had swelling, but it was very sore to the touch and it hurt to bear weight on that foot. Then the blister came off overnight. Eww. Underneath it was just raw flesh! Yikes! And yes, painful. Now 8 days later, I think I've turned the corner. It seems like it's drying up and starting to scab. Excited to see how much it starts to fade.
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Replies (6)
July 26, 2013
Can't wait to see the progress! Looks like it has already faded from the last post 2nd treatment.
July 27, 2013
Hey, Wilsonis! I believe we are going to the same place. I'm from the Cleveland area and the Skin and Vein center was the closest with the Picosure. It takes me 3 hours to get there, but I'll just look at it as a fun road trip. I had my first treatment 2 days ago with Jen. I have some mild blistering, but my blue, purple, and green is already a lot lighter. It didn't tickle, but it was very tolerable without any pain relief. She gave me numbing cream for the next time. Can't wait to see more results!
August 5, 2013
Hello! so sorry for taking so long to respond. I was traveling for work and didn't get on this site. Yes...going to the skin and vein center. I will upload another photo but almost 3 weeks after the second treatment there's not much of a difference. I'm starting to get nervous. I had really high hopes for Picosure...for spending the money and the time!! I don't know..maybe my expectations aren't realistic? I'm completely healed already so I"m guessing the fading has maxed out. Let me try and post a pic...
August 12, 2013
My tattoo is continuing to fade after it's healed. Don't get discouraged! Maybe next treatment will be better.
September 4, 2013
Hi Wilsonis8,
How are your results looking now? I noticed with myself that the longer I waited in between treatments the better (oddly enough). The time lapse allowed that tattoo to lighten more. Are you going for a 4th treatment soon?
Thank you!
UPDATED FROM wilsonis8
19 days post
Almost 3 weeks after second treatment...
wilsonis8August 5, 2013
Well, not too much to report. I'm really disappointed in the amount of fading. It's discouraging knowing the next treatment and how painful it will be for little outcome. Trying to stay positive...
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August 6, 2013
Heyy I'm kind of in the same boat you are...I was expecting the best with picosure, presuming this tattoo will finally be gone....I'm not witnessing any progress yet. I've only have one treatment so far, but based on experiences from others on here it works. Did you buy a package? How many treatments did you get with $1200?
August 9, 2013
I use speed numb and what a difference. My first treatment I almost flew off the table it was so painful. Second treatment I applied speed numb 2 hours before after 1 hour I wiped it off and reapplied. I hardly felt anything. I'm still being treated with the Q switch laser and have had 10 treatments so far and Its still only half way there. Disappointing.
UPDATED FROM wilsonis8
2 months post
Third treatment...
wilsonis8September 3, 2013
Nothing newsy. Hurt like crazy, blistered terribly. Seemed to heal quicker this time though.
Replies (4)
September 3, 2013
Looks like its fading nicely.are you happy with your results so far.how many more sessions do yo think you'll need?
October 5, 2013
It looks like the green has been zapped away almost completely in your latest photo!
November 27, 2013
Ive just had my 1st picosure treatment and a huge immediate blister has formed. Like you for all this pain its causing I reckon I deserve the skin underneath to be bloody ink free, mine spans my entire tattoo and stings like mad!! My tattoo is also in the same area and it costs so much I hope I see obvious results fast!
Thank you for starting to document your journey with us. I am anxious to see how quickly you progress. I also have a blue green tat I want removed from my ankle. I am still trying to find a doctor near me who uses the PicoSure Laser.