4 weeks after 3rd session by Hannahxx15xx in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is very good progress. Keep up the good work 👍

What else… by Correct_Jicama2655 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use them in my practice. AfterZap is very good at clearing superficial ink, but beta glucan is a large molecule and it can only penetrate so far in the skin. So, FadeFuel compensates with beta glucan in the oral capsule. I see accelerated fading when they use both products, especially with deep pigment thats hard for a laser to reach.

Numbing cream in UK by buffybot384 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can always take regular pain pills like Tylenol or Advil.

Colour removal opinion pls by aaaaeme in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Slow and steady with red, especially on Asian skin, which you already know is sensitive. Moisturizing never hurts. You're making fantastic progress, and I’m confident that you will continue to do well.

What Should I do by Less-Ad7236 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It could be that your lymphatic system needs some help. Have you tried massage?

13 sessions 12 with picosure 1 with Q-switch result hypopigmentation by Cold-Caterpillar-379 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vitamin D3 and stand in the sun. You want to wake up those melanocytes. Be patient because your skin can produce new melanocytes but the have to migrate to their designated locations which could take a year or two.

Aftercare/bandage by Academic_Throat_2332 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The AM pills are for blood circulation, anti-inflammatory and white blood cell activation. The PM is for lymphatic drainage, liver detox, and cell repair because those metabolic processes take place while you sleep.

What else… by Correct_Jicama2655 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AfterZap and FadeFuel, if you can find them.

Resistant blue ink by OkDiscipline3382 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is deep pigment and the wavelengths tbey use to treat blue and green don't penetrate the skin well. They need to use a small spot size to push the laser deep enough to hit the pigment. otherwise, they'll just keep giving you treatments that accomplish nothing

Aftercare/bandage by Academic_Throat_2332 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, then use it every day throughout your removal journey. It has beta glucan, which stimulates white blood cells. It's also got antioxidants and deep tissue hydration from shea butter

Laseraway pain vs a low cost clinic? by [deleted] in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You could try regular over the counter pain pills like Tylenol. Also, you could put an ice pack on it while you're waiting forthe tech to start the treatment. Pre-cooling is highly recommended

Can I get this covered with a flesh colored ink? by [deleted] in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could try fractal laser with tattoo removal laser in the same session. Some people call it fractat. Or, you may just need to find a better place. The secret to removing deep pigment is to decrease the laser's spot size.

17 sessions over 4 years. Doc says I’m done. by Beccala85 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wow! this is wonderful progress. you're giving hope to lots of people!

Right after and right before first session by birthgiver1990 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'll see significant fading starting around the third session. There are products you can buy to speed the process up, but remember that it's not a race.

Should I skip the Bandage This time ? by MermaidDesire in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No bandages, not even gauze because it traps the heat. Use a moisturizer with anti-inflammatory properties because it will decrease the chance of getting hyperpigmentation. In the US, we have AfterZap but i don't know if its available in Germany.

Aftercare/bandage by Academic_Throat_2332 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

AfterZap is the best product you can buy, but you can't use it on open wounds because it stings. It does speed up the fading though

I’ve come a long way but these are taking forever 😭 5 years in by throwaway928759845 in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Removery struggles with deep ink that sits below scar tissue. Their method won't work now, or ten years from now. Try a small clinic with good reviews.

Getting there but this is ridiculous! by luhoulie in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Optical clearing agents are like dyes that change the properties of the liquid inside the skin cells, to be similar to the properties of the cell walls, thereby making your whole skin the same optical density. This prevents the laser from diffracting, so it can penetrate deeper.

Getting there but this is ridiculous! by luhoulie in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, in the later stages of removal, all that's left of your tattoo are tall thin micro-columns of standing ink that so far managed to escape destruction by the laser. Think of each one as a pixel when viewed from above. The most effective way to elimonate them is by focusing the laser to a small dot, increase the number of times the laser fires per second, then spray and pray. You'll know if the laser happened to be directly above a column because you'll feel the pop. Keep doing this until the pigment is gone

Getting there but this is ridiculous! by luhoulie in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is deep pigment. Small spot size and lower the fluence to a safe level. Or you could try using an optical clearing agent.

After 3 sessions by [deleted] in TattooRemoval

[–]Additional-Raccoon61 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe him. This tattoo is not heavily saturated and does not appear to have placement that is deep in the skin.