If the thought of getting a tattoo removed ever crossed your mind, then you’ve probably done some research about how it’s done, the places that offer it, and how much it will cost. You’ve also probably noticed the range of price points available for laser tattoo removal. The cost and effectiveness of laser tattoo removal [...]
If something hurts when you put it on, it makes sense for it to not hurt when it’s taken off, right? Unfortunately, this isn’t always so. Removing a tattoo can hurt just as much, if not more, than getting it done. 84% of the participants in a study described the pain they went through while [...]
Once you decide to make a fresh start and to move on from the past, it's great to be able to wipe the slate clean and just focus on the future. Some tattoos, however, aren't so easy to get over, and can make us keep on looking back. But even the challenge of removing stubborn [...]
Getting tattooed is a big decision, maybe even be life-changing, and definitely one that’s not to be taken lightly. But in today’s society, where social media feeds on displays of self-expression, well let’s just say that getting inked isn’t that big a deal anymore. Then again, while more people are getting tattooed now than 10 [...]
There are basically two ways to get rid of a tattoo: the “do-it-yourself” way, which means applying tattoo removal creams, ointments, and topical solutions; and the “let-the-professionals-do-it” way—through excision (a surgical technique used to remove the tattooed skin), dermabrasion (exfoliating the tattooed skin); and laser tattoo removal (shattering ink particles embedded in the skin using [...]
Getting a tattoo is a life-changing decision, for better or worse, but we’re all guilty of making impulsive choices, and that’s fine! So, if you’ve outgrown your tat or it doesn’t fit your personality and lifestyle anymore, then laser tattoo removal is an option. First, consult your doctor to check if you have pre-existing conditions [...]
“I was young, he was my first love, and a couple’s tattoo seemed so romantic,” said Ling who got inked at age 17. Now 29 years old, Ling is getting married in less than a year…but not to the guy whose name is emblazoned on her ribcage. In Singapore, most tattoo parlours have a minimum [...]
Laser tattoo removal doesn’t come cheap. But it’s a dependable solution if you want to make certain that you erase a bad decision inked on your skin. If you’re already considering this treatment, concerns are usually focused on what will come out of the treatment. To help you make an informed decision and finally get [...]
It wasn’t too long ago when you couldn’t wait to have tattoos adorning your limbs and torso. Now, you find yourself among those whose passion for skin art proved to be short-lived. In fact, you’re frequently reading ads for tattoo removal procedures. But if there's one thing that's keeping you from finalising a doctor's appointment, [...]
There are few things more permanent than getting a tattoo. A bad haircut can grow out, piercings are inconspicuous without the attached jewelry, and contact lens colors can be changed on a whim. But tattoos, no matter how hidden their position on the body, are another story. Tattoos stay with you. A constant reminder of [...]
