Tattoo removal

[Wing Commander]

Has anyone got any personal experience of it, recommendations of methods that get the best results (fully expecting to get pictures posted of angle grinders and a bottle of whiskey etc)

A friend wants to get rid of a small tattoo, about 2 inches square, 2 colours I think.

Any pros and cons of each method? Any companies to avoid, or that are recommended?

Thanks

[Wing Commander]

soad said:

Acid (mild one)? Is that even an option?
Laser removal?

No tats, so can't comment really.

Not sure if acid is - it's new to me! I don't have any tats myself, so this is a completely alien concept to me, but PH is the everlasting font of knowledge on everything, so I thought I would ask

Laser removal is one I have heard of, but don't know if it has any side effects, potential cost, pain levels, good results etc.

deevlash said:

get it covered with another tat?

She wants it gone for good. It was done in her rebellious 16 year old days. Apparently, she has no desire for any more tats!

[Wing Commander]

soad said:

Either you didn't read the *very first* line of my post, or you want to be entered into the "unfunny joke of the year" awards?!

[Wing Commander]

soad said:

Firefoot said:

I have to say, looking at that picture, the technology has not moved on!

Which brings the question - might aswell live with the tattoo?

I suppose that is what I an getting at really. What is the most effective way to remove an existing tattoo? Effectiveness and safety come first, pain and cost come second, in terms of priority.

Thanks to everyone. Except for that photo, which made me feel decidedly ill!

[Wing Commander]

SystemParanoia said:

Nothing says you are suitable for a job quite like having the permanent superhero cartoon emblazoned on your body!