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Tattoo Removed for your change of Art

*San Francisco's Dragonfly Ink is only tattoo studio

offering saline tattoo removal.*

 No one gets a tattoo with the expectation that one day it will be something they want to remove.  Even with the best of intentions, sometimes a tiny blurry tattoo or big black tattoo or poorly done permanent make just needs to be removed. Other times, circumstances change and the tattoo no longer fits.

There have been many different attempts at tattoo removal from surgical excision, Dermabrasion, Salabrasion, cryosurgery, Laser and most recently Intense Pulse Light.

TATTOO VANISHsm is based on a method that has been around for a long time and has been improved on to work better than other methods of tattoo removal. The saline technique uses salt/saline to remove tattoos. Simply put, a high concentration of sea salt is introduced into the dermis where the unwanted ink/pigment resides.  

Over time the pigment is then forced from the dermal layer of the skin upward to the epidermis by osmotic pressure in an attempt by the cells of the skin to become equal to the higher concentration of salt. Unwanted ink/pigment is pushed to the skin’s surface then shed in the scab that forms over the procedure site.   With this method of removal, most clients are able to get optimum results for their Change of Art.

Tattoo Removal, photo courtesy of Tattoo Vanish
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The client'sold tattoo before treatments

 

Tattoo Removal, photo courtesy of Tattoo Vanish
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The old tattoo is completely gone.

 

Tattoo to be removed: before
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Tattoo removal

 

Tattoo Removal in progress
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Results after one session.

 

More photos at bottom of page.

With this method clients are seeing much faster and better results than with other tattoo removal procedures from the past or the present. TATTOO VANISHsm is a superior ink removal option in the following ways:

·            Less expensive
·            About 50% to 75% fewer treatments needed
·            Less discomfort
·           Removes ALL colors
·           Can be used on permanent makeup
 

Sasha will explain how your tattoo will be removed safely and evaluate both required time and cost to you. You may decide to have the first TATTOO VANISHsm treatment on the same day as that of the consultation.

HOW does TATTOO VANISHsm work?

TATTOO VANISHsm is based on an old method that has been improved on to work better than other methods of tattoo removal. The technique,  uses salt/saline to remove tattoos by scrubbing with salt.  There is no scrubbing rather the a tattoo machine is used - simply put, a high concentration of sea salt is introduced into the dermis where the unwanted ink/pigment resides.   The pigment is then forced from the dermal layer of the skin upward to the epidermis by osmotic pressure in an attempt by the cells of the skin to become equal to the higher concentration of salt. Unwanted ink/pigment is pushed to the skin’s surface then shed in the scab that forms over the procedure site.

Before and during the procedure a topical anesthetic is used for your comfort.  Then using a similar technique to tattooing, the skin is abraded and the product is then applied on your tattooed area for a few minutes. After the allowed time the area is thoroughly cleaned and bandaged. Written after care instructions will be provided.

WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?

Most tattoos show some lighting and removal of some ink after one treatment. Generally with just a few treatments you will see significant results. We can generally remove your tattoo or permanent makeup in 50% to 75% fewer treatments than with most other methods. Some tattoos have been removed with one or two treatments. Other removals take a few more sessions. Tattoo ink and tattoo artists vary all over the world. There is no way of knowing what type of ink or how much and how deep the ink was put into your skin and skin types vary, so there is no guarantee on how many treatments will be needed to achieve satisfactory results, if any. Unlike other tattoo removal methods, most colors can be removed and it is good for permanent makeup removal as well.

ARE THERE ANY COMPLICATIONS?

During a consultation, the individual situation of the client will be evaluated making sure they are a good candidate for this procedure. With any process where skin is broken, there is a slight risk of scarring or lighting or darkening of the skin.  Risks are always reduced with how well the after care instructions are followed.  With this tattoo removal system, there are no side effects and minimal down time for healing.

HOW PAINFUL ARE THE TREATMENTS?

The process is similar to being tattooed.  With the use of topical anesthetic both before and during the treatment, most clients experience little to no discomfort. Everyone’s pain tolerance varies, Dragonfly Ink considers your comfort and safety to be of the utmost importance.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?

Many details, including client health, the amount of ink, the depth of the ink, and the size of the tattoo or permanent makeup to be removed have to be considered. Many small tattoos can be removed with one to three treatments. TATTOO VANISHsm will lighten or remove most all colors of any tattoo. A complete consultation on your first visit can better determine and estimate the number of treatments you may need.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Dragonfly Ink offers free, no obligation consultations to evaluate removal of your tattoo or permanent makeup. During this time your questions will be answered and you will be shown before and after photos. We will explain how your tattoo will be removed safely and evaluate both required time and cost to you. You may decide to have the first treatment on the same day as the consultation. You may reduce the cost of tattoo removal by buying a package of treatments at a discounted price. Everything is done to help to remove your unwanted tattoo as reasonably and as quickly as possible.

 

 

Tattoo Removal: before
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Removal of a tattoo

 

Tattoo Removal in Progress
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This removal has started well after one session.

 

Tattoo removal: before
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Tattoo to be removed

 

Tattoo removal: after, courtesy of Tattoo Vanish
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Tattoo removed after one session

 

Photos courtesy of TattVanish.
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