During your free consultation, I will estimate the amount of treatments your tattoo removal will take based on coloring, placement and size, with size being the most important factor. Once I have determined how many treatments you will need, I can estimate the cost of your removal procedure.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
? How much does tattoo removal cost?
? Will you remove tattoos from a minor?
At Tattoo Regrets, individuals younger than 18 can be treated for tattoo removal with parental consent.
? Is it easier to remove tattoos from certain parts of the body?
It is easier to remove tattoos from the places on your body that receive more circulation of blood. For example: it would be easier to remove ink from the belly, neck, or chest than from a finger or toe. However, it is possible to remove tattoos from extremities with proper treatment and equipment.
? How do you determine how my skin will react with the removal laser?
We begin each tattoo removal treatment with a test of the laser on a small spot. This way we can determine how your skin will react to UV light and other effects of the removal treatment.
? Will laser tattoo removal leave scars?
Statistically clients have less than a 5% chance of walking away with permanent scarring after laser tattoo removal. Because we use the latest in technology and technique, you will receive the safest and most effective treatment available today.
? How long does skin need to heal in between tattoo removal treatments?
We will start your tattoo removal process with 4 weeks in between treatments. Gradually we progress to 6 weeks, and then 8 weeks between treatments near the end of your process. We believe it is most effective to give your body time to digest the ink after each treatment. By taking time off between removal treatments you are guaranteed the best results.
? How do I protect my tattoo between removal treatments?
To keep your tattoo protected between treatments, keep your skin dry and out of the sun. Do not place any ointments or bandages over the tattoo and stay away from tanning machines and spray tanning.
? How long is one tattoo removal treatment?
Tattoo removal treatment is typically a very quick process which only takes a few minutes to complete. Time spent in clinic per treatment typically doesn’t exceed 30 minutes.
? How many laser tattoo removal treatment will I need?
The number of laser treatments needed to fully remove your tattoo is dependent on many factors including the size, color, and the depth of penetration of the ink for your particular piece. An amateur or homemade tattoo may only need 2-5 treatments. A professional multi-colored design might need 5-12, or more, treatments. One of the reasons Tattoo Regrets offers a free consultation is to discuss how many treatments are necessary to remove your unique tattoo.
? Does laser tattoo removal hurt?
Laser tattoo removal stings a little. Clients have compared it to having an elastic band snapped against the skin. At Tattoo Regrets we use a specialized Cooling System which applies chilled air to maximize your comfort.
? Do you take clients with previously treated tattoos?
Everyone can benefit from laser tattoo removal treatment regardless of whether your tattoo was previously treated. At Tattoo Regrets we work on tattoos in all stages from brand new, to many years old, previously treated, or faded by light or sun exposure. We will treat your tattoo properly using the only true wavelength tattoo removal system available in the world. Tattoo Regrets specializes in getting it right the first time and even repairing tattoo removal work done by other clinics with older technology.
? Can any tattoo be removed by laser tattoo removal treatment?
The great majority of tattoos, whether professionally done or homemade, respond to laser treatments at Tattoo Regrets. Some pigments, especially green, blue, and purple are more difficult to remove than others, but even these touchy pigments typically respond given enough treatments. Part of what separates Tattoo Regrets from other laser tattoo removal clinics is our ability to remove a full spectrum of colors. Many other clinics are restricted by older technology which only allows them to remove certain hues.
? What training do you currently hold?
I am a Certified Laser Tattoo Removal Specialist, trained at the "A Laser Academy" of Colorado, certification #1920.