Tattoo Ink Removal

Getting a tattoo is typically a big decision to make as this is something that most individuals will have on their body for the rest of their lives, however, sometimes tattoos are obtained at the spur of the moment or the image of the tattoo and what it represents is no longer wanted.

Unfortunately, up until recently the only effective method of removing tattoo ink was an invasive surgical procedure that not only left a scar, but was extremely costly as this is considered cosmetic surgery and typically not covered by insurance companies.

Fortunately, there are now many other options available including safe methods that can be done at home that are effective in removing unwanted tattoos without the use of surgical procedures and are considerably less expensive. These methods and techniques include utilizing non-prescription "TCA" or "trichloroacetic acid" which is a peeling agent which will remove one hundred percent of the tattoo ink on the skin and is also the number one recommended form of tattoo removal by skin care professionals and dermatologists.

Glycolic acid or "alpha hydroxy acid" is also another effective method of removing unwanted tattoo ink and has been also utilized to lighten skin blemishes as well as rejuvenate the skin.