Almost half of all Americans have tattoos, and just like the rest of our skin, we must protect our ink from the sun. Contrary to what some rumors would have you believe, having a tattoo does not increase your risk of skin cancer, however as much as you’d like to show off that fresh body…
Most adults who have tattoos regret getting one with time. While tattoos are considered permanent, there have always been ways to remove one. These included dermabrasion, using of acids, cryosurgery, and excision. Today there is an easier and safer way to remove tattoos with a laser machine. The laser burns the pigments of the tattoo,…
Tattoos have become increasingly popular in today’s society. As more and more individuals are getting tattoos, the number of people deciding to get a tattoo removed has also increased. Some tattoos result from a last-minute decision that the individual regrets immediately; in other situations, someone may decide that a tattoo they got years before is…
You may have found yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing a tattoo removed. You might start to dislike an old tattoo, or you might want to remove a new one that didn’t turn out the way you’d hoped. Your tattoo artist probably told you what to do to take care of your tattoo, but…
Give someone on your holiday list the gift of tattoo removal. Many people have committed to ink only to hate it later. Worse, unscrupulous tattoo artists botch tattoos all the time, leaving problems like fading ink, sloppy lines and all-around bad art. You can help out this holiday season with the services of Rochester Tattoo…
From peanuts to bee stings and cat hairs, a small percentage of people could also suffer an allergic reaction to the ink used in their tattoos. While this allergy is uncommon, there is a possibility of serious health consequences. At times, a reaction can be noticed immediately, but often does not surface until 48 hours…
1. Professional Tattoos Are Harder to Remove Than Amateur Tattoos Professional tattoos generally need more sessions to remove than amateur ones do. They’re usually larger and more saturated with ink. Amateur tattoos are generally applied only superficially, usually using a homemade tattoo machine or handheld needles. Taken together, these factors make amateur tattoos easier for…
Sometimes we realize that the tattoo we have, that we were absolutely certain we were going to love forever, no longer reflects the person we are or the lifestyle we now lead. The tattoo could be an unwanted reminder of a memory you want to forget or be a barrier to your future goals. Luckily,…
The standards and norms surrounding tattoos in American society have been changing for decades, and tattoos have become more common throughout our culture and the workplace. While it’s still unlikely that you will see a visible tattoo on most people in public, Pew reports that 40 percent of young Americans between the ages of 18-29…
No matter why you’re seeking out Rochester tattoo removal, it’s important to know that the process does require some preparation. Laser tattoo removal is safe and effective when performed properly by a trained professional, but you must do your part for treatment to be successful. The condition of your skin at the time of tattoo…
