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You wake up to find glitter in your room and flamingos floating in the pool. Your whole body stinks like a bar, and a "bruise" on the skin that turns out to be a tattoo. If you are looking for a way to forget last Friday night, or even erase memories that happened a long time ago, it's best to see a dermatologist or plastic surgeon. They can help you choose the best method for tattoo removal.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Consult a dermatologist or plastic surgeon

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   Find a dermatologist or plastic surgeon who specializes in tattoo removal. Almost any dermatologist or plastic surgeon can help remove tattoos, but it's a good idea to find someone with experience. Try searching online or by calling medical facilities to find a doctor specializing in this area.
   • When you call, ask the staff or the doctor at the facility how many tattoos they have performed and if they have a laser tattoo removal machine. Doctors in these settings usually have more experience.
   • Try asking friends and family if they know such doctors. You can also look for websites with reviews for tattoo removal doctors. Reading feedback from previous customers is also helpful.
   • Although some tattoo salons also perform tattoo removal, it is safest to go to a licensed medical professional. However, if you can't find a suitable dermatologist or plastic surgeon, look for a salon that offers tattoo removal.

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   Make an appointment with your doctor to discuss options. Your doctor will look at your tattoo and suggest the best method for tattoo removal. Go to your doctor and prepare them for the tattoo you want to remove.
   • Through the counseling session, you will know how many sessions it will cost and how much it will cost.
   • Also, be prepared to ask questions.For example, you can also ask to see pre- and post-tattoo photos that your doctor has done. These photos will help you know how effective tattoo removal tricks will be.

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   Discuss your specific tattoo removal method. The effectiveness of any method will depend on the expertise of the specialist, your skin type, the size and color of the tattoo. A dermatologist or surgeon can help you choose options.
   • For example, some laser procedures are more effective on certain ink colors than others. Also, black and dark blue are more difficult to erase.
   • Similarly, you can remove small tattoos with surgery, but large tattoos should not use this method.
   • Very unprofessional tattoos can be more difficult to remove as they are often scarred and / or not tattooed evenly.
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Method 2 of 3: Choose a method

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   Priority to choose laser tattoo removal. Usually, this method is the best option for most tattoos. Before the procedure, you will be anesthetized with a local anesthetic. The doctor then shines lasers on the tattoo, and the ink is absorbed by the light's energy. This energy source will dissolve tattoo ink and remove tattoo on your body.
   • Laser tattoo removal takes more than one session. In fact, this usually requires 6-10 sessions and recovery times. The dermatologist or plastic surgeon will tell you the estimated number of sessions.
   • This procedure is safe, but it can also cause scarring. Immediately after removal of the tattoo, swelling, blistering, or bleeding may occur. You can apply an antibiotic to the wound ..
   • This type of surgery is usually not covered by insurance because it is considered non-essential.

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   Use tattoo removal surgery on small tattoos. During this procedure, the doctor will anesthetize the skin with a local anesthetic, then use a scalpel to filter the tattoo, finally by stitching the edges of the skin together.
   • This method will also leave scars along the skin stitches.
   • While it can also handle larger tattoos, this method may require skin grafting. A skin transplant means the doctor will take a piece of skin somewhere else on your body and place it on the spot where the tattoo was removed.
   • Skin grafts also include risks such as infection or rejection. It can also cause an uneven skin surface.
   • In the past, tattoos were sometimes removed with cryosurgery, a technique of freezing the area of ​​the skin requiring treatment with liquid nitrogen. However, this approach is currently being used very little.

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   Choose an abrasive skin method for tattoo removal that is less costly and less effective. This method actually only removes the top layer of the skin. The doctor will anesthetize the skin by cooling it, then use a rotating instrument with an abrasive tip to abrasion the skin. After completing the procedure, the tattoo will be removed.
   • This method is usually not as effective as laser or surgery.
   • You will have a burning sensation for at least a few days and possibly bleeding. It takes about 2-3 weeks for the wound to completely heal.
   • If in the US, it will usually cost you $ 1,000 for one treatment.
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Method 3 of 3: Apply home remedies

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   Apply a mixture of salt and lemon juice. Mix 100 g (about 6 tablespoons) of salt with a little lemon juice to make a paste. Apply a cotton ball soaked to the tattoo for at least 30 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
   • This method can cause temporary scarring.

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   Try a mixture of aloe, salt, honey, and yogurt. Mix 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of aloe vera, 2 tablespoons (about 34 g) of salt, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of honey, and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of yogurt in a bowl. Apply the mixture to the tattoo and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.

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   Rub table salt over the tattoo for about 30-40 minutes. This method is called salabrasion (remove tattoo with salt), which means you will rub salt on the tattoo. Put salt on a damp gauze and rub on the tattoo until skin turns dark red.
   • The process is annoying, but the salt will act as anesthetic.
   • After you rub salt on your skin, apply an antibiotic ointment and cover it for 3 days.
   • The skin that has just been rubbed with salt will be wrinkled. After about a week, the outermost layers of the skin will flake off and the tattoo will fade. However, this therapy can leave scarring and risk infection.
   • You can try this treatment again after 5-8 weeks when your skin has fully recovered.

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   Self-mixing tattoo removal cream. Mix 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of aloe vera, 2 vitamin E tablets, and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of calico apricot leaf gel (Paederia Tomentosa). Apply the mixture to the skin and let it soak for 10 minutes, then wash the tattoo with warm water.
   • Do this 4 times daily for at least 1 week.

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   Avoid commercial tattoo removal creams. Tattoo removal creams are not approved by the US Food and Drug Administration, and they may or may not work. Besides, tattoo creams sometimes cause a bad reaction to the skin or cause an acid-based rash.

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   Beware of self-mixed peeling chemicals. Some websites sell chemical peels made from trichloracetic acid. While also effective, self-mixing chemicals can be hazardous. You will not know what you are buying, especially when buying on websites.
   • You are at risk of severe chemical burns and need a skin transplant.
   • If you want to try chemical peels, see a dermatologist.

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   Cover your tattoo with makeup if none of the above are effective. Dab a little foundation or concealer that suits your skin tone, ideally a pastel or peach tone if you have fair skin, or an orange or yellow tint if you have one. dark skin tone. Next is to coat a layer of translucent chalk. Add another layer of foundation and one more powder coat to complete the effect. Apply foundation cream from the edge to the skin evenly.
   • To let the cosmetic layer last, put makeup on dry skin (don't use moisturizer), then spray in a little hair-holding spray or a makeup-holding spray. Try not to touch the tattooed areas while continuing to apply makeup.
   • While cosmetic coatings are only a temporary solution, it also helps the tattoo to be less visible when you need to hide it.
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Warning

• It is still best to talk to a medical professional when you want to remove the tattoo.