Many parents with children in adolescence have a lot of arguments on various issues. One of the most pressing - a grown-up child wants to show his personality and get a tattoo on his body. Parents discourage, because they do not want the boy or girl to spoil their bodies.
But kids do not listen and do as they want, not thinking about what will be in 5-7 years.
Several years later, and many need much more time to understand and realize their act, many office ladies (and not only) are horrified to note how vulgar the tattoo has become. Not only that, the drawing has faded and blurred a bit. What to do? It is still possible to correct the situation, and then comes the idea that you can remove the tattoo and get rid of acquired complexes forever.
Do they remove tattoos now?
Only 10 years ago nobody could even think that from a bad tattoo it is possible to get rid of quickly and without consequences. Now we live in a developed country, we have cell phones, digital TV and many other benefits, including - and quality medicine with modern equipment. The best way to get rid of a tattoo is to remove the design with a special machine. This operation is called "Goodbye, Tattoo". A little funny, but this is only at first, in fact, everything is much more serious, because to remove a tattoo with a laser is not permanently obtained in every case.
Let's dive into history. It turns out that the first time doctors tried to remove a bad tattoo on the human body with a laser was at the end of the last century - in 1960! The devices were then "cruel", they literally burned out the paint from under the skin, leaving unsightly scars and scars. Some medical professionals dubbed such a difficult operation "an explosion under the skin". It was painful, and the result was not very attractive, so the method was not in demand.
A little later, just a few decades later, in the U.S., was improved by a laser device that literally in a few seconds to penetrate the skin and neutralize the pigment there. This laser is called a neodymium laser and is now widely used by cosmetologists to get rid of unwanted tattoos.
Mechanical method of removal
To use this technique, you need to contact a private salon or aesthetic surgery clinic. The principle of the mechanical method is to remove a specific area of skin. This is done necessarily under local anesthesia, because it involves the impact of a special cutter. Its tip will have a diamond coating, which allows you to work subtly and consistently with the different layers of the skin. The first thing removed is the upper layer - the epidermis. Then the deeper tissues are removed.
The consequences of this procedure are often extremely painful sensations and bruises on this area of the body. In addition, it will take a very long time for the skin to recover. The wound must be kept sterile at all times. For several months, there will be a risk of infection. The key point in the process of scarfree tattoo removal is the doctor's professionalism and own vigilance. But how to remove a tattoo so as not to suffer from pain and not to worry about the result? There is indeed an effective way, but it is also more expensive. However, it does not involve scraping the skin, constantly wearing a hygienic dressing, using antiseptics and many other things that accompany mechanical skin resurfacing.
How to remove tattoos with a laser
Now the popularity of tattoos is only increasing, especially among the younger generation. Guys and even girls are trying to show their individuality and decorate the body with various drawings. It is good if the master was experienced and used quality materials. But all too often we see unsuccessful works of self-taught masters, who trained on voluntary "canvases". At first, the tattoo does not look bad, a little blurry, but the master claims that after the complete healing the pattern will appear and be clear. Months and even years pass, but the tattoo remains blurry and inexpressive. If by that time the person is mature enough to get rid of the drawing on the skin, the best way is to remove it with a laser. Where to get the tattoo removed? Of course, in a specialized institution. A specialist will make an examination and offer short ways to get rid of the tattoo. By the way, even the best doctor can not guarantee 100% success, so you should be prepared for this. The removed tattoo will fade, the contours will not be clear, perhaps the pigment will come off almost completely.
The most effective method of removing a tattoo is with a laser. The specialist evaluates the area of work and appoints several sessions of taking "beams", breaking it up into 2,3 or more visits. The interval is the same - every 2 weeks.
How the procedure is performed
- the skin area is treated with an antiseptic;
- Then a special cream is applied, it relieves pain sensations (it is a local anesthetic);
- Depending on the age of the tattoo, the specialist adjusts the laser device and directs the beam to the area that needs to be freed from the subcutaneous pigment. Healthy skin areas are not affected during the procedure;
- The session lasts from a few seconds to 2 minutes. Unpleasant feelings in the form of burning and tingling on the skin may occur during the laser;
- After the session is over, the specialist puts a soothing cream on the skin;
- Immediately after the procedure, the skin may redden, but this phenomenon does not last long. Literally in 7-10 minutes everything passes.
How does the tattoo "behave" after the first procedure: remains the same, maybe a slight change in color pigment. Here it all depends on the "age" of the drawing on the skin and the depth of the imposed pigment.
If you have made to yourself eyebrow tattoo and the master "screwed up" the eyebrow, or did not like the shape, then 2 weeks after the procedure, when the eyebrows are healed and all crusts come off, you can remove the failed tattoo by laser. The fresh tattoo gives in to the rays faster and already after the first session you can see the result: at first the eyebrows change color, it lasts a few hours, then the pigment gradually gets lighter. After 2 weeks the procedure can be repeated and in another 2 weeks the result is secured.
Laser removal of tattoos is currently the most effective and painless method. The principle of operation of modern laser device remains the same, the rays instantly penetrate the skin (everything happens so quickly that the skin is not injured) and destroy the pigments. The dye disintegrates into thousands of tiny microparticles. They are gradually eliminated naturally from the body.
If you compare the painful sensations of laser removal, you should not be so afraid of the laser, because the procedure is tolerable and almost painless. And if you compare it to what many have gone through when getting a tattoo, the laser removal procedure is nothing.
What to consider: if you can tolerate a session without anesthesia, try it, because the cream reduces the effectiveness.
About the number of sessions: here everything is individual, because a specialist in laser tattoo removal does not know what kind of paint the master used. If the paint was of high quality, you will need more procedures, if cheap - perhaps 2-3 visits will be enough.
Is the color of the tattoo so important? Yes, and it also affects the final result. If a master used blue paint and also black you can say goodbye to a tattoo quicker, if orange or red you'll need more sessions. Green paint is the hardest to remove. Specialists immediately warn that the green pigment can remain in its place and only barely lighten.
It will take several months to completely get rid of the tattoo. Even if after 5-7 sessions the outline of the figure remains on the body, the rest is the work of your body. It has to remove the remaining pigment under the skin on its own. This takes about 6 months.
How to remove a tattoo without a scar
Many people ask themselves this question: "How to remove a tattoo", so that it was not painful, and there was an effect, and so that there was no scar? Such a method exists, and it is also a laser removal. But here it is necessary to understand that the procedure should be done and the result can be seen only with the help of good equipment. We are talking about a laser device made in the USA. If the beautician works on the "Chinese", then it is difficult to achieve an ideal result with such a machine. Almost complete removal is possible, but the pattern will be visible on the skin.
If you decide to remove unsuccessful permanent makeup from the lips, the color of the pigment "bordeaux" and all shades of pink after the laser work, will become gray. This effect will disappear only after 10-14 days.
Remember that after laser tattoo removal it is impossible to expose the delicate skin to direct sunlight. It is forbidden to visit a tanning salon and sunbathe on the beach. Even if you use protective equipment, it is advisable to limit your stay in the sun in the hours of high activity. Otherwise burns and pigmentation in these areas cannot be avoided.
Tattoo removal without equipment
Many people prefer their own tattoo removal, not wanting to use the services of experienced professionals. This decision is due to the lack of money or the desire to perform tattoo removal with their own hands. Today, there are several ways to remove tattoos without the help of a master, which you can use to achieve your goal.
How to remove a tattoo by other means
There are other ways in which you can get rid of unwanted tattoos, but all of them are not as effective as laser removal.
Let us consider in detail each method
- Surgical excision - with a sharp scalpel, the surgeon cuts off the upper area on the skin together with the figure, and then sutures. After healing, a scar remains on the skin from the reduced tattoo;
- Coagulation (different frequency current is applied). After the procedure, a thin and smooth area of skin is still formed in place of the tattoo, there is no scarring, but the scar remains. This area of the skin does not tan;
- mechanical method (dermabrasion) - the most terrible and dangerous, because the tattoo is ground with a special device. The unofficial name for this method is "bloody", as the procedure leaves unsightly scars on the skin;
- Freezing the skin area with liquid nitrogen (cryosurgery). After nitrogen treatment, over time, a hard crust forms in the area of the treatment, which peels off after a couple of weeks, along with the pigment. In this place, an unsightly scar appears.
There is another method that can not be called a complete getting rid of the tattoo - it is a camouflage. Still, it's a good alternative to replacing the old design and putting a new one in its place.
Wiping the tattoo with celandine
The third method will cause you a lot of pain and is guaranteed to leave a scar, but the upside is that it will achieve impressive results quickly. The key element of this method is an alcoholic tincture of celandine, sold at any drugstore. Soak absorbent cotton in the tincture and wipe the tattoo with it.
It is worth stating that celandine is a very poisonous plant, so applying it to the skin will leave a burn. Constantly disinfect the place where the tincture is applied to avoid infection and suppuration. Be sure to bandage the tattoo with a sterile bandage after each procedure. Repeat these actions daily for two months.
How to remove a tattoo at home
Get rid of the tattoo can also be done at home. You will need a penny means and a lot of patience. Remember that the methods are all cheap, but not fast.
Home ways to get rid of the tattoo
- Iodine - you will need a lot of iodine. Buy several vials at once in the drugstore of 5% iodine. Time is given to the procedure to remove the tattoo from 1 to several months. It all depends on how badly the pigment is embedded in the skin. Every day you need to lubricate the area with the drawing with iodine, but first the skin must be prepared: if you have hair, it is desirable to shave them and wash the place with hypoallergenic soap (ideally baby soap). Three times a day you need to lubricate the tattoo with iodine. When you see that it will become dry and begin to peel, there is no need to remove the skin scales, it will clean itself. This period is the hardest, because the place is very itchy and itchy. It is better to be patient so as not to traumatize the skin. Before going to bed, you can lubricate the tattoo with baby cream. After the skin peels off, a wet wound will form in place of the tattoo, it will ooze. At this point, the treatment should be stopped, the iodine should be removed and the wound should be dressed with streptocite. The tablets are sold at the drugstore, they should be crushed and applied directly to the open wound. When everything has healed, keep the area out of direct sunlight.
- Common kitchen salt can also help get rid of the tattoo. It is necessary to mix 2 tablespoons of salt with the same amount of water and massage the tattooed area with salt crystals with a dishwashing sponge. Before treatment you need to shave the hair, wash the skin with water and baby soap. Treat the tattoo with salt for 10 minutes, if there is patience - you can increase the time to half an hour. Need to make every day treatment without skipping. After the procedure, do not forget to rinse the tattoo with plain water. The skin in this place will be thinning. In order not to get an infection, it is necessary to apply a bandage with hydrogen peroxide. Already after the first procedure, you will see how some of the ink will be washed away along with the salt crystals. If the tattoo is old, this procedure should be done every day for 3-4 weeks. Have patience, it is not a quick process, but without scars and scars.
- More aggressive liquids can be used to remove a tattoo: these are vinegar essence, various chemicals or strong tincture of celandine. But these methods are not in demand.
Now you know how you can remove a tattoo without a scar. And before you decide to make a new one, think about whether it is so important or you can do without this fad.
