| Getting Rid of That Tat: Tattoo Removal and | | | | combines a fading cream and use of a |
| Hiding Options | | | | dermabrasion appliance. Tattoo removal creams, |
| You loved it once and it was fun getting and | | | | gels, and liquids take some time to fade a tattoo |
| showing off to your friends at one time. It said | | | | to obliteration, often 4 to 6 months or longer, |
| who you were and expressed your thoughts | | | | depending on the size, color(s), and age of a |
| about issues and loved ones. You used to really | | | | tattoo. Prices vary according to each |
| like that tattoo of yours but now it is faded, does | | | | manufacturer, but the average cost of using an |
| not say who you are or what you believe in (or | | | | at-home system will run around $200 on the |
| who you love) anymore and, to top it off, you | | | | average to remove a tattoo. |
| need a job and most employers do not allow | | | | Surgical Tattoo Removal |
| tattoos. So that tat must go but how to get rid | | | | Surgical removal with lasers and excision are the |
| of it? | | | | most expensive options, although the most |
| You May Not Have to Get That Tat Removed! | | | | preferred for getting rid of tattoos. Laser removal |
| No matter which route you take to get a tattoo | | | | will often take several sessions depending on the |
| removed, it may cost money you just do not | | | | size and makeup of the tattoo. Laser removal can |
| have. One way to avoid the expense of any type | | | | be painful; therefore, most people pay the |
| of tattoo procedure is to hide it. There is tattoo | | | | additional cost for anesthetic to numb the area. |
| cover up clothing available for just about any part | | | | Laser tattoo removal can also be at risk for |
| of the body; if the tat is on your face, however, | | | | infection and often leaves scarring of the skin. |
| you are sunk unless you use tattoo cover up | | | | Surgical excision is the fastest way to remove a |
| makeup. | | | | tattoo but will most often leave a scar. In addition, |
| TatJacket is the most popular tattoo cover up | | | | depending on the size of the tattoo, skin grafts |
| apparel that is also the least expensive option for | | | | (usually from a thigh) may be needed to replace |
| hiding tattoos. The material is a light-weight | | | | the excised skin. Either of these two surgical |
| stretchy and breathable "second skin" that comes | | | | tattoo removal methods can cost upwards of |
| in an assortment of styles from arm sleeves to | | | | $10,000. |
| full t-shirts. Prices start at $17.99. | | | | Home Tattoo Removal Methods to Avoid Like the |
| What is also nice about TatJacket products is that | | | | Plague |
| they can be worn under other clothing without | | | | Never, ever use these methods. You will |
| breaking any 'fashion codes', especially for women. | | | | absolutely invite infection and probable scarring, |
| For that reason, many women opt for this | | | | even risky blood loss. |
| product in black. | | | | |
| Tattoo cover up makeup is also an option and | | | | 1. Any sort of burning appliance such as irons. |
| there are many different kinds available on the | | | | 2. Electric sanders and dremel tools. |
| market from liquid to thick pancake makeup. | | | | 3. The application of acid. |
| Tattoo makeup can take experimentation with | | | | 4. Cutting out of the tattoo with a knife. As a |
| color mixing and practice with application but is the | | | | side note: Never get a tattoo if you are drunk! |
| cheapest way around the tat cover up dilemma. | | | | So, THINK TWICE Before Getting Tattooed in |
| Tattoo Removal Creams and Other Home | | | | the First Place! |
| Systems | | | | Yes, getting a tattoo may be fun but may cost |
| Tattoo removal systems include 'fading' ointments | | | | you a LOT of time and money if you to have it |
| and chemical peels. The effectiveness of these | | | | removed for any reason. |
| tattoo products vary but WreckingBalm® | | | | |