Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 2: Do's and Don'ts
• Part 2 of 2: Think of Other Ways
• Tips
• Warnings

Are you sorry you got a tattoo? The number of people dissatisfied with the design on their bodies has increased significantly since tattooing became a big business. There are different ways to remove tattoos, some of which are quite effective. But unfortunately, there are other "home" methods that can be dangerous and useless. This article will discuss the use of salt for tattoo removal and other methods.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Do's and Don'ts

1. 1 Be very careful with the salt. Using salt is dangerous for any tattoo. It doesn't matter how long ago you made it. And that's why:
   • Your skin has two layers: the dermis (the inside of the skin) and the epidermis (the outside of the skin). When you get a tattoo, the ink penetrates the surface layer of the skin (epidermis) into the dermis. Rubbing salt into the epidermis is not difficult, but useless. It is necessary that the salt gets into the dermis. And even if you wipe off the surface layer of the skin and get to the ink, it is unlikely that the ink will completely disappear.
   • Rubbing salt into your skin will cause some pretty nasty abrasions. It can also cause pigmentation, wrinkles, and possibly scarring. Please note that such a procedure at home can lead to unpleasant consequences and make your tattoo even more ugly.
2. 2 Where did this myth come from? Yes, salt is used as a skin scrub. When the artist makes a tattoo for you, he warns you that at first you cannot keep the tattoo in water, especially salty water. And if this is forbidden for the sake of preserving the tattoo, then perhaps it is worth keeping it in salt water in case you want to remove it?
   • Soaking the tattoo in water can only cause it to blur or fade. It will not magically disappear. If you have just gotten a tattoo, then most likely this procedure will make it look worse. But if you got a tattoo a few weeks ago, then salt water will not have any effect on it.
3. 3 Salt is used in dermatological treatments such as salabrasion. But doing such a procedure is far from the best idea. As we said, you'd rather hurt yourself than remove the tattoo. Although performing this procedure by a professional may have some effect.
   • According to a German study at the National Institutes of Health, salabrasion results in "acceptable or good results" in tattoo removal. In terms of impact, there were cases of wrinkles in this study, but not scars.
   • In salabrasion, an anesthetic is applied to the tattoo. A machine is then used that uses a saline solution and penetrates the dermis, removing the ink from the skin. On average, 6-8 such procedures are required. Before starting the procedure, ask for reviews from other customers.

Part 2 of 2: Think of Other Ways

1. 1 Try laser tattoo removal. It is the safest and most effective way to remove unwanted tattoos. Highly concentrated pulses of light are directed at the ink, destroying its structure.
   • Depending on the size of the tattoo, laser surgery will cost you from 300 to 1000 rubles per 1 sq. see This is one of the most cost effective procedures.
2. 2 Talk to your beautician about dermabrasion. This procedure is similar to salabrasion. Under the supervision of professionals, the skin layer is removed with sand.
   • This method is less expensive than laser removal. But in terms of pain, this procedure is similar to tattooing. And the ink remains more visible than after using a laser.
3. 3 Consider using cryosurgery and chemical peels. In cryosurgery, the skin is exposed to cold. The ink is burned out with liquid nitrogen. As a result of using chemical peels, the skin blisters and peels off, removing some of the ink. None of these procedures are popular due to their high cost and painful sensations. However, if you are already desperate to have your tattoo removed, then you can consider using these procedures.
4. 4 Talk to your doctor or beautician about surgery. This is the last resort and the last option. Using a scalpel, the doctor will remove the tattooed portion of the skin and tighten the skin around the removed portion. A scar will appear on this site, and it can be painful despite the anesthesia.

Tips

• An antiseptic ointment and dressing should be applied after each procedure to prevent infections.
• Don't be discouraged if you can't get your tattoo removed the first time. You should be patient.
• Do not rub too hard, it can lead to pain and bleeding.

Warnings

• Rubbing the skin with salt will cause a strong burning effect. Be extremely careful!
• Do not apply salt to open wounds.
• This method can be dangerous and can lead to pain and scarring.