How To Fade A Tattoo - Why Using The Sun Is A Bad Idea

When looking into how to fade a tattoo many people will take whatever methods that they can take. One method I saw floating around was using the power of the sun, yes the sun has been known to produce the results you are looking for and tattooists specifically say not to over expose yourself to the sun and sun beds however if you want to fade a tattoo then going through this method can be very dangerous for you.

Tattooists tell you to avoid going in the sun and sun beds a few weeks after your tattoo is done due to that fact that the UV rays that are produced are going to cause your ink to start to discolour, that is why you have to avoid them or use sun cream if there is no way to do so.

You may think that this is a perfect method for you to go and get rid of your unwanted ink however it is in fact one of the worst things you can use.

By using the sun/sun beds and their harmful UV rays you are in fact increasing your chances of getting skin cancer which is something that you really don't want to get just because you are looking how to fade a tattoo.

So now that has blown that option out the window you need to find a new method that you can use and luckily for you below are a few methods that you can use.

Tattoo Removal Creams

Creams can be very effective when it comes down to fading your ink.

The cream is placed on the skin and seeps through breaking up the pigment allowing the immune system of your body to get rid of the smaller parts leading to a lighter shade on your tattoo.

This needs to be done over the next few weeks to see results and the removal time and cost will all depend on various factors such as the size, how long you've had it and what type of colours have been used in your piece.

Please note that you will have to do research into the products, buying a product will have to be from a trusted source as there are many scam products out there that are just looking for your money.

Also you will need to note that the creams may not work for you due to type of skin, some people have "thicker skin" which makes it harder to absorb and some have "sensitive skin" which can lead to rashes and soreness by using this product so make sure that before using the creams talk to your doctor so that you know what effects the cream will have on you when you go to fade a tattoo.

There are many other methods that you can go through that will produce the same result if the removal cream doesn't work and some of them are very to go through as well and have a high success rate too.

There are many other methods to fade a tattoo and after you have gone through that it will be time to think whether you want to remove it or cover it up.

There is a lot to think about when looking to remove a tattoo, you can find plenty more information on methods, tips, home remedies etc all on our blog, make sure you check it out!

Mom, Did You Just Get Another Tattoo?

As a matter of fact, I did! That was in response to my 21 year old daughter's question after seeing my post and pictures of my latest artwork on Facebook. For those of you who have a tattoo, or if you know someone who does, most say once you get one you're addicted! I'd say that's true in my case.

I didn't actually get my first tattoo until I was 36 years old. I was just going through a divorce, had suppressed my inner rebel for quite some time, and was ready to express myself through ink! My first tattoo was a lower back tattoo, part flash art and partly my own design... a butterfly to represent change, new life, and metamorphosis. Can you say ouch?? It didn't tickle, that's for sure. As we were finishing up the 3rd and final hour of the needle torture and I saw the beautiful colors and results, I'll never forget the artist saying "You'll be back". He was right, within a month I was back for tat "two"!

It's no surprise then when my own 2 daughters turned 18 they were geared up for ink of their own. I didn't really have a problem with that, but had a few good words of advice to share with them, and would like to share with you if you're considering getting a tattoo, no matter what age you are! There are thousands of ideas out there. A Google search can be helpful, but also a little overwhelming unless you have a very specific idea in mind.

My first advice would be to consider your tattoo very carefully before jumping in, and research your local tattoo artists. It's a good idea to visit a few shops, check out the cleanliness and atmosphere, after all... you'll end up spending a lot of time here! Secondly, the tat you choose will be on your body for the rest of your life, so placement is so important. Let's face it, as you get older some things grow larger, some things shrink, and many places head South!

Never, ever have someone else's name put on you, unless it's a child or a relative, that is the only relationship that for sure won't change. Having a boyfriend or girlfriend, or even a spouse's name tattooed on you in my experience has been a recipe for a break-up, and a painful cover-up!! Most importantly pick a design or create one that will mean something to you, and that won't embarrass you when you're in your 80's at your family's annual Summer reunion when lots of skin is likely to be showing. ("Hey Mom, why does Grandma have SpongeBob flipping the bird on her shoulder?") Just think about it!

Now I have found a wonderful resource for 1000's of tattoo ideas including tribal tattoos, Kanji symbols, photos, Chinese names, dragons and many more to browse thru at your leisure. Tattoo Fever has 100's of printable tattoo designs that are larger prints, which make it easier for your selected artist to put on you. You can also find more good advice on selection, and after care for your tattoo. If you've got the tattoo fever, there's only one remedy... get inked, hey, and a little more cow bell doesn't hurt either!

To get all the details you can email me, and good luck to you!

kimberphoenix@gmail.com

Different Types Of Tattoo Removal Techniques

Tattoos are more popular and acceptable now than ever before, but in some cases regret starts to creep in, which has resulted in another booming industry and that relates to tattoo removal. Even though it can be extremely difficult to remove a tattoo, there is now a wide-range of procedures which might be used to tackle this problem. Irrespective of the reason for wishing to have a tattoo removed, some of the most popular techniques consist of -

Tattoo Removal Cream - the specially formulated creams for tattoo removal are the easiest, most convenient, and cost-effective option on the market. Two main types of creams are available; the first is a temporary solution to merely cover the tattoo and doesn't have any long-term impact on the appearance of a tattoo. The second type of cream is designed to help fade the appearance of a tattoo. Using cream is a slow process, which will need a good couple of months to start showing positive results. A cream is certainly able to lighten the tattoo, but shouldn't be seen as a solution to completely eliminate all signs of it; further more aggressive steps will be needed to do that. This technique is however low-cost and available to perform at home.

Laser Light Therapy - a more common process for tattoo removal is the highly effective laser light therapy, which relies on a beam of focused light. This has the potential to break down the ink into tiny pieces. After that, the immune system is able to gather those small broken down particles and effectively clear them away. In order to work, this treatment will run over the course of multiple sessions, with each stage of the process slowly clearing more and more. Due to the need for repeat visits to have the treatment professionally carried out, it can turn out to be quite expensive. But, if you really wish to have a tattoo removed, it will cost to have things put right.

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy - is another of the effective steps which can be taken to eradicate an un-wanted tattoo. Similar to the laser light therapy, this technique also relies on light, but instead of using a laser to breakdown a tattoo, a high-intensity light is used. A tattoo is covered with a specific type of gel and then light is transmitted via the use of a wand. It is less costly than going the route of laser treatment, but might be more expensive to complete the treatment in full.

See more on Tattoo Removal using the latest, state-of-the-art laser equipment, while information is also available on Dermal Filler Melbourne for treating the signs of aging.