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Black Tattoo Regret. Long and Expensive Journey Ahead.
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Hello all. Like many of you, I had immediate...
cjg80January 20, 2016
$3,200
Hello all. Like many of you, I had immediate tattoo regret merely hours after getting my tattoo done. It was supposed to be a gift to myself, but instead, it turned out to be the opposite. I'm still going through the stages of shock, disbelief, denial, and acceptance. I'm finding solace in the many similar stories here and for that I'm grateful.
Right now, I'm planning in complete removal with picosure, but I wouldn't completely rule out the possibility of a cover if this wasn't feasible.
My tattoo was done in all black, with good steady fine line work. Lots of dark shading though (which I was kind of surprised with, in the end) which is one of the big reasons I want to erase this. My artist did a wonderful job, but I should have listened to my gut the few times I thought "wait maybe this isn't 100% what I wanted". I don't fault the artist, this is purely my screw up. And I need to own that. Thankfully, I can do something about it.
I hope in the next coming months, I can document good progress of my removal journey and we can all laugh about it later.
Hard lessons to be learned, for sure.
Currently I have 2 consultations next week, hopefully to start my first removal next month when the tattoo is 6 weeks old.
If anyone can give me any estimations or what your thoughts on my chances of removal are, please tell me. I'd love any support, advice, anything!
Right now, I'm planning in complete removal with picosure, but I wouldn't completely rule out the possibility of a cover if this wasn't feasible.
My tattoo was done in all black, with good steady fine line work. Lots of dark shading though (which I was kind of surprised with, in the end) which is one of the big reasons I want to erase this. My artist did a wonderful job, but I should have listened to my gut the few times I thought "wait maybe this isn't 100% what I wanted". I don't fault the artist, this is purely my screw up. And I need to own that. Thankfully, I can do something about it.
I hope in the next coming months, I can document good progress of my removal journey and we can all laugh about it later.
Hard lessons to be learned, for sure.
Currently I have 2 consultations next week, hopefully to start my first removal next month when the tattoo is 6 weeks old.
If anyone can give me any estimations or what your thoughts on my chances of removal are, please tell me. I'd love any support, advice, anything!
Replies (6)
February 19, 2016
I totally understand what you are going thru and how you feel. I whish you the best in you journey... hoping that mine will end up well too. Cheers.
February 22, 2016
Thanks so much for your well wishes Rob!!! I would love to hear about your story, hopefully you'll post a review so we can root each other on. Best of luck with your progress!
February 22, 2016
Wait a sec, you DO have a review! Sorry! :) I happen to think your tattoo is quite nice too, but everyone has their own reasons. Hope to read about great progress from you soon!
February 22, 2016
I think your tattoo looks awesome! I felt the same way about mine.. I loved the tattoo but the placement and the darkness of it drove me to hate it. I have another treatment scheduled in April. Hoping it fades drastically between now and then and from then until summer. Not sure if I want to continue treatments throughout the summer.. But I just want it gone so I can start fresh.. And not make the same mistake again lol
UPDATED FROM cjg80
1 month pre
Another angle
cjg80January 22, 2016
It's a beautiful image, really! But it turned out way darker and way bigger than I expected.
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UPDATED FROM cjg80
1 month pre
First consultation down
cjg80January 24, 2016
I had my first consultation today with a doctor who owns many laser medical spa clinics.
He quoted me $800/session, or $4500 for unlimited sessions until complete removal. Holy @#$@ batman, that's a lot of money!! Still a contender though.
Pros: lots of latest technology - he has the picosure with boost, also has q-switch (which he says he rarely uses anymore, but it's there), doc confident we can remove completely - great personality and reviews on other sites, willing to start early - within the next 1 or 2 weeks....when the tattoo will only be about a month old. close in proximity.
Cons: doesn't specialize in tattoo removals, busy office - may rush through treatments?, EXPENSIVE, had lots of in-progress treated patients, but not many patients who completed treatments.
Will keep this place in the running though......will update after more consultations!
He quoted me $800/session, or $4500 for unlimited sessions until complete removal. Holy @#$@ batman, that's a lot of money!! Still a contender though.
Pros: lots of latest technology - he has the picosure with boost, also has q-switch (which he says he rarely uses anymore, but it's there), doc confident we can remove completely - great personality and reviews on other sites, willing to start early - within the next 1 or 2 weeks....when the tattoo will only be about a month old. close in proximity.
Cons: doesn't specialize in tattoo removals, busy office - may rush through treatments?, EXPENSIVE, had lots of in-progress treated patients, but not many patients who completed treatments.
Will keep this place in the running though......will update after more consultations!
Welcome, I am glad that you found us and found comfort in the community — it really helps to know you're not alone and I am sure you will get lots of support from people at varying stages of removal. Be sure to also check-in here and introduce yourself.
A little inspiration for you: Half Sleeve Tattoo Removal - Nottingham, UK
Tattoo Laser for a Year Now - Binghamton, NY
Keep us posted! ☺