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Pretty_Kittty
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Tattoo Removal
Oct 16 2025 09:42AM more by Pretty_Kittty
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I figured it doesn't hurt to ask, but is there any chance someone here works at a tattoo removal clinic? I had one removed a long time ago and it was so painful that I've been holding off on removing any more. At one point there was another method that was being tested (that I would have much more preferred), but I never expected it to clear because it would have destroyed the laser removal industry.

That being said Removery does have a really decent package deal, but I wanted to try my luck here first cause ya girl does not like spending this kind of money on herself. If you happen to work at or own a laser removal center and want to chat, please send me a pm. Id really appreciate it
      
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Ingridcolombian
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Oct 16 2025 09:48AM     link to this

That’s the only thing I know , and heard , that si painful, good luck and best wishes
Pretty_Kittty
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Oct 16 2025 09:52AM     link to this

Thank you girl, it hurts sooo bad

The other method that was being tested is another tattoo procedure except its with a solution that breaks down the ink and you only have to get it done once. It may be something that's available in other countries, but its been awhile since I've keep my eye on their progress to know if it is.
jay920
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Oct 16 2025 10:12AM     link to this

@prettykitty I have a friend of a friend that works in a community clinic that provides free tatt removal, i can give you the info via pm
DahliaLove
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Oct 16 2025 10:17AM     link to this

A gf of mine does cosmetic make up and she offers removal services.

From what I understand it is an injection and hurts like hell. I am not sure if it's because of the area or what.

She works out of a plastic surgeons office and because they are a medical office they can offer better pain relief, both topical and gas... I believe.

It is not cheap and her office does not offer anything other than cosmetic removal.. but you may look around in other MED spas or Surgery centers.


hope this helps.


ultimatejohn
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Oct 16 2025 11:25AM     link to this

There is a new technology called Jett Plasma. It's not like anything else that's out there. It's called then 4th stste of matter. Basically it's lightening and has half the healing time of laser. I have a DC machine now. They sell for $27K so it isn't cheap technology. I hve an AC unit coming that's stronger and uses Argon or Helium gas to produce the plasma. Ideally I would use the DC machine first and see if it's strong enough. If not I would use the AC with Argon gas.

I became involved with these for dermatological uses like moles, cysts and pigmentation uses also skin sculpturing like puffy lips and stretch marks and also opthalmological uses like KCS and entropion. I got certified so I would know how to detail them to sell them to specialists. There are a number of women here on HX that have had some of the treatments but have asked me not to reveal who it is. In the US they are not well known yet, in Europe they are. They are used mostly for sagging skin and non surgical lifts (face etc ).

Contact me if you have any interest or questions.
Ingridcolombian
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Oct 16 2025 11:32AM     link to this

Good info
Rarity909
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Oct 16 2025 01:03PM     link to this

I don't have any tattoos...at least not yet. If what I'm reading is true, and getting a tattoo removed hurts more than getting a tattoo in the first place why can't you just go over the tattoos in a flesh color? At the very least it will somewhat cover dark tattoos. Right?
ScubaDiver
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Oct 16 2025 01:11PM     link to this

I certainly hope Dahlia has no intention of removing any of her tattoos. I've had the considerable pleasure of viewing them in person and they are absolutely stunning. The skull on her chest is gorgeous. Kudos to her artist!
Scantron
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Oct 16 2025 08:33PM     link to this

How were Pete Davidson’s tattoos removed?
yellowB2
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Oct 16 2025 08:47PM     link to this

Mark Wahlberg's tattoo removal, his painful experience and motivations were widely covered in the media, including video interviews on other platforms. Wahlberg publicly discussed the process, which took several years and was more painful than getting the tattoos initially.

Key details from Wahlberg's tattoo removal experience:

Motivation: Wahlberg decided to remove his tattoos for both personal and professional reasons. Professionally, covering the tattoos with makeup for his movie roles was "a pain in the butt". On a personal level, he wanted to set an example for his children and discourage them from getting their own ink. The "hot bacon grease" analogy: He has described the laser removal as feeling "like hot bacon grease getting flicked on you over and over".

Bringing his yungins along: To drive the point home, Wahlberg took his offspring to some of his laser sessions so they could witness how painful the process was.

The timeline: The removal process took him roughly five years, with monthly laser sessions.

The last tattoo: The last tattoo he had removed was his wife's name on his ring finger. He shared this story during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live
noturaverageguy
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Oct 16 2025 09:05PM     link to this

How about you get a cover up! LOL.... ink on ink
juicybl921
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Oct 16 2025 11:46PM     link to this

You really gotta keep in mind when getting tatted that its gonna stay on you for life. Personally I dont think I'll ever consider tattoo removal. I will live with my decisions and instead of removing the tat I suggest just getting a really cool coverup instead.
Scantron
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Oct 17 2025 12:12AM     link to this

This will be an unpopular opinion but I think over 90% of the women’s tattoos I have seen detract from their beauty and 1 or 2% enhance beauty.

Most of the time when I’m attracted to a woman who has tattoos it’s in spite of the ink, not because of it.

Don’t hate me for my honest opinion.
Pretty_Kittty
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Oct 17 2025 12:39AM     link to this

Thank you so much for everyone’s input and suggestions 🩷

The tattoos that I want to remove are just in areas I would like to see clean skin again. So for me covering them up would defeat the purpose and force an even larger and darker piece in those areas. I do remember being told many years ago that everything ages and yes the tattoos have, but even more so have my preferences and I agree they can be distracting, so I would like to have a clean canvas.
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Oct 17 2025 01:00AM     link to this

This one is not getting removed…🤗
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TNBE
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Oct 17 2025 04:12AM     link to this

Years ago I Took my Gf at the time to a place in Pasadena for tat removal and she cried all the way there (She Knew what was coming) and she cried all the way home...I'm a witness that it hurts like hell..and it took a bunch of visits...So new technology would be the way to go...
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Oct 17 2025 06:14AM     link to this

What’s in it for me?
football_fan86
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Oct 17 2025 08:04AM     link to this

First I will say whatever a guy or gal chooses to put (or not put) on their body is 100% their choice.

I’m a “get off my lawn” old guy, but I just don’t get the appeal of tattoos on women.

I have notes on so many my HX ladies profiles that include something like “Way too many big, ugly tats; pass”
football_fan86
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Oct 17 2025 08:06AM     link to this

Link to club for ink free fans
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Scantron
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Oct 17 2025 08:29AM     link to this

+1

I get it. Tattoos are permanent. Almost nobody will spend the time to endure the pain and expense of tattoo removal.

But for anyone thinking about getting their first tattoo or getting more tattoos, it limits your appeal. In this business you probably want as broad appeal as possible. Almost nobody decides not to meet a lady because she doesn’t have any tattoos or because she doesn’t have enough of them. I suspect quite a few guys choose not to see someone because she has tattoos or has too many of them.

I don’t think I need to point out that tattoos can be a drawback outside this business too.

Your body, your choice. Just be aware of how that choice affects you before you do something that is virtually permanent.
RalphBlaine
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Oct 17 2025 11:35AM     link to this

I don't have any tattoos. but do find well done sleeves, and tasteful tattoos on a girl attractive. It's your body; your choice. My only suggestion is that you don't get any on your face. Also be aware that in some situations, it would not be viewed as acceptable, so be able to cover them up with a long sleeve shirt, etc.

Also in Japan, the majority of onsens will not allow anyone in with tattoos. A friend of my in looking to remove her tattoos so that she can go to an onsen again.
shadows
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Oct 17 2025 05:20PM     link to this

As a former drunken Marine on leave, I still don't have any tattoos. Ink won't stop me from seeing a woman--one of my ATFs had some very artistic work--but I prefer natural skin.

Not that it matters anymore. At 81 my next good experience will probably kill me. "He died doing what he loves."
Scantron
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Oct 18 2025 08:37PM     link to this

*who he loves
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