Tattoos are meant to be a permanent decision, but that doesn’t mean they can’t go away. The procedure is called tattoo removal and it’s been around for over ten years. There are many different methods of removing tattoos, some more costly than others; it really depends on what you’re looking to get done and how much time you have to wait before getting another one.
If you have a tattoo you regret getting, you’re not alone! According to a 2012 Harris Interactive Poll, 1 in 8 Americans with tattoos regret getting at least one.
Tattoos are meant to be permanent, but there is a way to remove them. Laser surgery is an effective and safe way to remove tattoos. The dermatologist who specializes in tattoo removal will use a laser beam of light that penetrates the skin at different depths depending on the color of the ink used. This breaks up the pigment into tiny particles which are then absorbed by your body’s immune system and removed from your body over time. A series of treatments may be necessary for complete removal, but it can take years before all traces of your tattoo disappear completely!