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.