Tattoos were meant to be permanent but as time and technology progresses there are more and more ways to undo the mistakes of the past. It is said that nearly half of the people that get tattooed regret it later in life and will do almost anything to rid themselves of the ink so deeply imbedded in their skin. Due to this statement it is no wonder that home tattoo removal methods are rising in popularity. It is cheap and easy and some claim it is even as effective as the more invasive options.
Home tattoo removal usually comes in the shape of removal cream that needs to be applied to the affected skin area either every day or as instructed. People tend to choose this method not only because of its cost effectiveness but greatly also because it is relatively pain free. Some have complained of a slight burn to the skin surface but said it was tolerable. It is usually an application comprising of three different steps where the first application prepares the skin, the second absorbs deeply to dissolve the ink and the third helps in the rapid recovery of the invaded skin cells. Most products claim that the tattoo will start fading within a few weeks and some even promise the complete disappearance of the entire tattoo although most people are skeptical about this.
Whether you choose to just lighten your tattoo in the hopes of covering it up with a much better one, or if you want to all remove all evidence of the follies of youth, the home tattoo removal option is always there as a alternative to more costly and painful methods.
Looking at it now you cannot believe you sat through 21 grueling hours to re-create the Battle of Gettysburg in the more patriotic days of your life, but there it is, Civil War Heroes captured in time on your upper thigh. You’ve thought about getting this absurd tattoo removed with a laser but just thinking back at how painful it was, makes you opt for the more humane balm tattoo removal method.
There are a few ways of ridding yourself of no longer wanted tattoos and all of them assure success, but if you are looking for a cheaper and less painful alternative it is best to go down the balm tattoo removal route. Many creams and lotions are available that promises to either partially or completely fade away your tattoo and some work better than others. It is advisable to do a little research before purchasing any of these. Word of mouth often works best but you will find that what works for some doesn’t work for others. Some products even come with a money back guarantee so there really is very little risk. Depending on the size of the tattoo it can take as little as 2 months for it to fade but bigger ones (like our previously mentioned battle) can take up to 18 months. The balms also differ in application methods so here it is again advisable to do some homework.
Balm tattoo removal, however, seems to work best if your intention is solely to fade the tattoo to a degree where it can be replaced by a better one. But again, some people claim that their unwanted tattoos fade completely. As it is fairly risk free, it is a viable option for your pocket as well as your pain-threshold.
Although there are several ways of removing an unwanted tattoo, there are, for obvious reasons, people who prefer to opt for at home tattoo removal. Whether it is a past lover whose name you no longer wish to hurt your wife’s eyes with or a monstrosity you thought was a masterpiece after three million tequilas, in today’s modern times you are sure to find a way to get rid of an old tattoo. And what better way is there than to try a method from the comfort of your very home.
Besides the fact that an at home tattoo removal method would certainly be less costly than, say, laser removal, its broad appeal stems from the lack of physical pain one has to go through. There is an array of tattoo removal creams for sale and all of them promise the eventual fading if not disappearing of your unwanted tattoo. The jury, however, is still out as to whether these creams work. But like most things in life, it works for some and not for others. It is best to do a little homework before attempting at home tattoo removal methods. Some experts advise that you carefully research the ingredients in these creams and balms and they warn against two specific ingredients. Trichloroacetic Acid is one to look out for as it is a skin-peeling agent that can harm the skin if too much is applied. The other is Hydroquinone, which may cause cancer and is already banned in Japan, France and England.
It seems even for such a non-invasive at home tattoo removal option, there are some risks, albeit small. This is clearly a decision best made after some consideration for price, pain and time duration but many do swear by it. There seems to be some wisdom in the saying “think before you ink” after all.
