6 Month Old Tat, Need to Get This off my Arm! Toronto, ON

What's up man. Sorry to hear bout how this tattoo is getting u down I'm already lasering off a black tattoo on my hand. Your chances of getting rid of this is pretty good. It's a black and grey tattoo so that's bonus number 1. What I would do first is do the research in your area of places that do tattoo removal. Go in talk to them ask to c there portfolio of tattoos they successfully got rid of. Check there Yelp reviews. It's VERY important to go to a place that has had successful outcomes. Just know it's a LONG process. It can take upwards of 2 years. It's also a mental head game too your going to have good an bad days. Also don't listen to anyone that tells u to get lasered 4-6 weeks it's too soon u want to go in every 8-12 weeks or maybe even little longer. Your body will keep flushing ink in those weeks. If u have any questions hit me up

Hi. I'm sorry you're feeling down about your tattoo. Looking at your tattoo, I'd say your chances are pretty good. Your tattoo looks like a lot of shading with black and grey. I've heard people say that shading comes off very easy. Black and grey are the easiest to remove as well. We are here for you during your journey. Just be prepared for a long journey. But, don't let that get you down. Progress, even slow progress is still progress!
The time will pass anyway so you might as well be doing something about it if it's really that bothersome to you. :) good luck!

Welcome to the community. ☺

Sorry to hear that you're struggling with tattoo regret, it's can be a pretty huge emotional punch - check this out, hopefully, it will lift your spirits:  Tattoo Regret: Kathryn Schulz Shares Her Story of Tattoo Regret - Video

Your tattoo appears to be mostly  shading, which responds very well to the laser and is usually the first part of the tattoo to disappear. 

I suggest going for multiple consultations to see what your options are. Here is some additional information to help you out as you prepare for your journey: 

Laser Tattoo Removal: 10 Things You Should Know Before Getting Your Tattoo Removed

Consultation Questions

Keep us posted on your next steps. Now, chin up -- we're here for you. ;)

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We understand!

I went through this same thing when I got the background on my tattoo! I thought I was literally going crazy and would never be happy again! Even after 5 sessions I still get those moments of despair and regret, but it's not quite as often because I am seeing some great progress with my laser treatments!

Considering your tattoo is mostly black and shading, I believe that you will also have amazing fading from laser tattoo removal and highly recommend it. It is a slow process, but my ink is soo much more faded than it was originally and it's already making me feel more confident.

Keep us updated! Message me if you need to talk/vent! Talking helped me out a lot, especially talking to people who are going through this or who have already.

Glad to see you made a review! Keep us posted on your consults, and good luck :)

Don't worry! The first time I got a visible tattoo I went out to eat later and saw some people I knew and showed it to them. Maybe I was paranoid but I swear they thought it was dumb. It immediatley made me sick to my stomach. Not because I cared what they thought but because it was there. Its like a shirt you like but cant take off. In a few years "vote for pedro" isn't funny anymore. Anyways, the next morning I felt better knowing I picked it and it was mine. But most of all, I can have it removed! Feel comfort knowing you have an out!

I feel exactly the same right now =(

Check out my review - my tattoo is in the same place as yours and was also black/grey. I've been persevering with removal for two years now and it's about 80% removed at this stage. I'm hoping that in another year it'll be just about gone but I'm just thankful now that I've managed to remove it as much as I have. Try not to get too down about it - with the right technician and machine you should be able to get great results.

I understand your frustration, but it is good actually that technician was honest with you. Imagine if he would build up for you underealistic expectations and you would fond yourself in 1y with a tattoo in 50% faded and expectation crashed. Knowing what to expect you can take the right decision. If you dont mind the scar and tattoo size allows it I think it might be a better option.

All the best,
Ania

Thinking of you, hope you find the best place to go and get started:)