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I Removed My Tattoo by Excision - Vancouver, BC
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I always thought tattoos were cool and because...
cornflakes2July 21, 2016
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I always thought tattoos were cool and because I've gone through so much these past few years....I thought I'd get a tattoo. I admit that I did not think this one through. It was an impulsive tattoo.
I still love tattoos, but maybe not on myself. The tattoo is a cherry blossom branch wrapped around my arm. I found the lines to be wobbly and the cherry blossoms not nearly as sharp as I wanted them. Also, it's an armband so it's very evident that I do have a tattoo. The placement could definitely be better because I am not surrounded with many supportive people unfortunately. Also, because I'm of asian descent, family support is not happening lol. I find that I have to put an effort to hide this tattoo from my parents and co-workers, which sucks because summer is hot and I love T-Shirts! I can wear 3/4 sleeves but ITS NOT THE SAME D=
Fortunately, after the first laser session, the tattoo lines started to really break up, the whole tattoo faded, and the flowers are starting to break apart. I have my 2nd laser session on the 30th and this time I have numbing cream so I'm looking forward to it!
I still love tattoos, but maybe not on myself. The tattoo is a cherry blossom branch wrapped around my arm. I found the lines to be wobbly and the cherry blossoms not nearly as sharp as I wanted them. Also, it's an armband so it's very evident that I do have a tattoo. The placement could definitely be better because I am not surrounded with many supportive people unfortunately. Also, because I'm of asian descent, family support is not happening lol. I find that I have to put an effort to hide this tattoo from my parents and co-workers, which sucks because summer is hot and I love T-Shirts! I can wear 3/4 sleeves but ITS NOT THE SAME D=
Fortunately, after the first laser session, the tattoo lines started to really break up, the whole tattoo faded, and the flowers are starting to break apart. I have my 2nd laser session on the 30th and this time I have numbing cream so I'm looking forward to it!
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July 22, 2016
It's too bad that certain cultures make it more difficult to live with body art. Your family and friends should love and accept you for you and not the art you choose to wear. However, I understand it's very cultural and has been that way for years. It wouldn't be easy to change a mind-set that's been around for so long.
I'm glad your tattoo is reacting to treatments. Considering your tattoo is rather thin, it shouldn't take as long as mine is taking. Keep us updated. :-)
I'm glad your tattoo is reacting to treatments. Considering your tattoo is rather thin, it shouldn't take as long as mine is taking. Keep us updated. :-)
July 22, 2016
Thanks! Yeah even though it's not even a big tattoo my parents didn't talk to me for 2 weeks after I got it. So I'm pretty much forced to cover it up in front of them in order to not start an argument. I hate my job anyway so I'm going to quit I'd like a job environment that's more accepting of tattoos whether or not I have any. :))
July 25, 2016
Good for you. :-) You deserve to be happy and be apart of a company that treats people fairly and respectfully no matter their style.
August 4, 2016
I feel the same!! I really like tattoos but after my monster sized one I don't want any on me ever again!
August 4, 2016
Yeah glad you could relate! I like tattoos on other people but on myself its just uncharacteristic and very strange. It doesn't fit my personality. I wish you the best in your removal journey if you do decide to get it removed :)
November 25, 2016
Where did you get your tattoo removed at in Vancouver, and were you pleased with the results? Thanks.
December 10, 2016
Well I decided to get tattoo excision instead. However, i got the groupon deal for laser removal at Alfa Renaissance. hope it helps
UPDATED FROM cornflakes2
3 months post
Q-Switch Laser Session 2
cornflakes2August 2, 2016
July 30, 2016
I went for my 2nd laser removal appointment. This time I put on numbing cream for 35 mins before the treatment. I noticed that the removal hurt more this time and a bit of my skin cracked and bled as the treatment went on. I also needed a break this time and I didn't the first time.
She used 500-600m/p Q-Switch laser on me and said she had to amp it up a little bit this time for I wont see the results.
After the treatment, it didn't have a burning sensation for as long as the first time. Right after my first treatment, i sat in the clinic for 1.5hrs in pain and shock to the burning sensation. I felt like my arm was going to fall off and I was extremely nauseous. However, this time i was able to walk almost right after the treatment with little to no discomfort despite the treatment itself being more painful.
The healing process has also been good this time. Blistering happened this time but after the first day, its painless and not bruising that much.
I went for my 2nd laser removal appointment. This time I put on numbing cream for 35 mins before the treatment. I noticed that the removal hurt more this time and a bit of my skin cracked and bled as the treatment went on. I also needed a break this time and I didn't the first time.
She used 500-600m/p Q-Switch laser on me and said she had to amp it up a little bit this time for I wont see the results.
After the treatment, it didn't have a burning sensation for as long as the first time. Right after my first treatment, i sat in the clinic for 1.5hrs in pain and shock to the burning sensation. I felt like my arm was going to fall off and I was extremely nauseous. However, this time i was able to walk almost right after the treatment with little to no discomfort despite the treatment itself being more painful.
The healing process has also been good this time. Blistering happened this time but after the first day, its painless and not bruising that much.
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UPDATED FROM cornflakes2
3 months post
Excision?
cornflakes2August 8, 2016
Does anyone know if its possible to excise my tattoo? Its small. The only concern I have is that its an armband
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February 2, 2017
I thought I saw that you went ahead with excision. How does it look now? Are you happy with the results? I'd love to see pictures if you have them.
February 4, 2017
Hi there! I did go ahead with the excision. It looks amazing for 4 weeks of recovery and I'm super happy with the result!! Please check my new updates on this post to see the photos of the scar and also my recovery process.
Thanks for joining us and sharing your journey -- I'll be following. Good luck!