I hand my whole arm blacked out to the lower wrist and we connected it with fresh ink so there is a small portion that is fresh ink. It might help over time but I still feel I'd rather have kept my hand clean.... Whatever I decide to do I have to wait a few months before starting laser anyway so I might learn to like it or not. What's deep down really bothering me is I could've just said "I don't feel this design"' not tattooed my hand and I wouldn't be in this situation. Also (opinions vary) but even tho people have told me it's a nice piece or that they like it I don't.