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Tattoo removal journey with white ink - Sydney, AU
UPDATED FROM nho88
Beginning on tattoo #2
$2,000
So I decided to start laser on another tattoo but on my thigh. I decided to go with picosure at a different clinic for this one so I could compare and see which is faster. This one on my thigh is only done with black ink. I also just want to get it light enough to get a cover up so my end goal isn't complete removal.
I found pain-wise it felt the exact same even though the technician said it would hurt less. The only advantage at this particular clinic is that they have this special machine they allowed me to hold which blew nice cool air as they lasered my tattoo. It was a really big kick to my immune system doing the entire tattoo in one session as two days later I came down with a nasty viral infection that has stuck with me for 17 days and counting!!! The lines on the tattoo also feel very raised. Beforehand she pointed out that the tattoo already caused scarring on me. I didn't even notice this. Some of the shading has already come out but I think it will be a long journey with this one.
I found pain-wise it felt the exact same even though the technician said it would hurt less. The only advantage at this particular clinic is that they have this special machine they allowed me to hold which blew nice cool air as they lasered my tattoo. It was a really big kick to my immune system doing the entire tattoo in one session as two days later I came down with a nasty viral infection that has stuck with me for 17 days and counting!!! The lines on the tattoo also feel very raised. Beforehand she pointed out that the tattoo already caused scarring on me. I didn't even notice this. Some of the shading has already come out but I think it will be a long journey with this one.
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M
December 14, 2016
Hey:) I'm realy happy for you that it works so well! Looks like the areas where white ink was used are pretty much gone?
N
December 22, 2016
I can still see where the white ink is so looks like the technician has just been avoiding those spots
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S
January 4, 2017
I really like the results you have gotten. I'm so glad it's gone well for you. My attempt at removal was a huge fail and now I have to remove the skin. I will be happy to have a scar and not ashamed of wearing sleeveless tops. I'll just tell people I was bitten by a shark! :) Best on your journey!
W
February 2, 2017
Oh my goodness, I just saw your pictures... That looks so so painful :(
Did you ever try laser treatment or just the Tattoo Vanish? Will you post updates of your excision process?
I wish you the best & hope that everything heals nicely for you. I've seen other people who have done large excision with good, albeit painful results. But in the end, it seems the consensus is that it's worth it.
Did you ever try laser treatment or just the Tattoo Vanish? Will you post updates of your excision process?
I wish you the best & hope that everything heals nicely for you. I've seen other people who have done large excision with good, albeit painful results. But in the end, it seems the consensus is that it's worth it.
N
UPDATED FROM nho88
After 2 sessions
So it's been two years since I had the tattoo done in the first place and I've had 2 sessions in that time. I've been spacing them out to ensure the white does not react and Jeff of Laser X has been fantastic. I plan on booking in again sometime in January as my last treatment was July this year
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K
May 8, 2018
How were you able to treat without the white oxidizing? I had a test spot done with Pico (755 wavelength) and the white in a graywash turned yellowish. Looks great btw.
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