Laser Tattoo Removal

Have you ever known someone who loves tattoos and has a beautiful array of body art, but has one piece that they wish they had never gotten? It is a lot more common than you would imagine. New technology has made tattoo removal and repairs possible when a tattoo does not come out as expected. Inexperienced tattoo artists make mistakes all the time. Individuals getting tattoos have regrets over their choice days, weeks, months, or even years down the road. When you are faced with the prospect of living with bad body art or having it removed you now have laser tattoo removal to help you through your decision.

In the past

It wasn't long ago that your only options when dealing with unwanted tattoos involved pain, and lots of it. One very old method of tattoo removal is called dermabrasion. Dermabrasion involves scrubbing out the tattoo with salt - extremely painful, leaves dreadful scarring, and opens you up only to infection if you're lucky. Cryosurgery, excision, and skin-grafts are still used today in some parts of the world, though they too are far less popular than more modern methods involving lasers. If you lived in ancient Greece, you would have been subject to having wine, lime, garlic, or pigeon excrement injected under the skin to achieve the removal of your tattoo.

Tattoo Removal technology

Laser Tattoo Removal generally refers to using what they call Q-switched lasers to remove pigment from the skin. These lasers allow for a much less invasive, and more effective removal process.  The technology for laser tattoo removal began developing in the early 1960s with limited success. By the late 1990s however, the technology finally began to mature. A tattoo consists of several thousand particles of pigment beneath the skin. Normally, your body will reject and remove foreign particles, but in the case of tattoo ink, the particles are too large to be removed. Laser tattoo removal systems heat up the particles so that they are forced to fragment into smaller pieces, allowing your body to eliminate them on its own.

What to expect

The sensation of having a tattoo removed by laser is not considered to be any more painful than getting a tattoo. Having the procedure done consists of a series of treatments and it may take anywhere from 6 months to a year for the tattoo to fully fade. You will need to avoid tanning or too much sun for 4-6 weeks before your treatment. In some cases, it may take a series of treatments 4-6 weeks apart to achieve your personal goals.

What does it cost?

Due to high demand the average tattoo studio charges anywhere from $150-$500 per treatment. Inflicting Ink offers prices starting at half that cost depending upon your circumstances and the size and color of your tattoo.If you or a friend would like more information about laser tattoo removal, and specifically the Quanta Q Plus C and T laser removal system, contact Jeff at (401) 683-5680 to schedule a removal consultation today.

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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.

Cosmetic Tattoos

Permanent make-up can either be one of the best treats you give to yourself, or an experience that leaves you wishing you never did it. 

There are several important conditions and criteria to consider when making the decision to have cosmetic tattooing done anywhere on your body.

Cosmetic tattoos differ from artistic tattoos in that they are predominantly used by women for the purpose of simplifying their beauty routine, or in the case of accident victims, attempting to redefine their lips and brows or cover and blend scarring.

Some of the most important questions you need to ask before you decide where to get your tattoo work done concern the studio's reputation and sterile practices. This one question alone will give you enough information to decide if the shop is right for you. Basically, you want to make sure that the tattoo shop is licensed, that all the artists are licensed, and that they use sterile practices to prevent cross-contamination from blood-born pathogens and other related germs.

Because many viruses can live on unsterilized surfaces for time periods ranging from hours to days, it is extremely important that not only the equipment is sterilized using an autoclave, but the surfaces, chairs, and surrounding areas are cleaned before and after each client with sterilizing cleaners.

The second criteria to consider, is the skill of the artist who will do your tattoo work. Unlike artistic tattoos, where there is even small room for minor mistakes to be integrated into the artwork as though they don't exist, having cosmetic tattooing done offers no such protections. If the artist makes a mistake, it will be something you will have to live with, and that you will very likely not be able to cover-up or eliminate them unless you then have tattoo removal performed on the affected area.

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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.

Is Laser Tattoo Removal Right for You?

You loved it when you got it, that lovely little - or large - tattoo on your shoulder, thigh, etc (choose body part), but now it's faded and doesn't hold the same appeal, or you've broken up with the person who inspired it, or you just need a change.

Do you have it covered-up, or is laser tattoo removal maybe the way to go? Here are some guidelines to help you decide which decision is the right one for you.

First, gather the information on the kinds of tattoo removal that are available to you. Learn about laser tattoo removal and that it is significantly less painful than getting the tattoo was in the first place, and also comparable in price.

The main factors in determining whether you are a candidate for laser tattoo removal, or if you can (or want to) opt for a cover-up tattoo instead, are size of the tattoo, and darkness of color. In both instances say professional tattoo artists, it becomes much harder, and more expensive to remove the tattoo entirely. You always have the option of course of having laser removal done to lighten the tattoo, and thereby make it easier to cover with something else.

Though this is not the least expensive option, it is the one that will give you the most beautiful results if your tattoo is very dark. Even large tattoos that do not have an abundance of dark ink colors can be removed completely with laser tattoo removal treatments over a period of time.

Visit Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio in Portsmouth RI for a consultation about laser tattoo removal. We use a Quanta Q Plus C and T laser system that can remove the entire spectrum of colors with the least amount of discomfort and at a cost that is comparable to getting a tattoo.
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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.

Permanent Cosmetic Tattoos Making Their Mark in the Tattoo Industry

By its technical name, 'intradermal pigmentation,' is something that can be treated by any plastic surgeon with skill. However, any competent, sterile tattoo facility can still yield similar results for a fraction of the cost.

Permanent cosmetic tattooing, at its inception, seemed primarily a means to offer a permanent cosmetically enhanced appearance for women who wished to have their eye-liner and eyebrows permanently tinted or lined.

The practice has come full circle now however, and is being applied in situations involving much more serious skin and scarring issues. Women who have been the victims of domestic violence can use permanent cosmetics to cover scars and enhance their appearance.

Of course, the practice is still viable and useful as a means to cover tattoos that are no longer wanted, although permanent tattoo removal cannot be achieved with the process, covering or lightening the appearance of a tattoo is readily achieved.

Although, tattoo removal, cover-up tattoos, and cosmetic tattoos can be obtained readily at most of the best tattoo studios, there are few professional permanent cosmetic tattoo artists in the United States at this time.

If you would like a consultation for a cover-up tattoo, or for the application of permanent cosmetics in RI, contact Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio for an appointment, or simply walk-in at any time during normal business hours and speak to one of their licensed, qualified tattoo artists.

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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.

Can I Get Tattooed and Pierced at the Same Time?

You can, but why would you want to? Unless you are in a particular hurry, and have the time to devote to focusing on your healing process, you may want to choose one before the other. Other than the fact that some artists will refuse to do both at the same time, here are some other reasons why getting one before the other is preferable.

Tattoos and piercings require attention to avoid infection.

Body Piercings require an extra amount of attention to heal properly, and depending upon where the piercing is, infection chances could be substantially increased. For instance, nipple piercings are more likely to become infected than piercings anywhere else on the body, including intimate piercings. The reason for this is that the piercing has a direct communication with the ducts in he breast through the nipple. This communication becomes confused, and can cause an abscess in the breast tissue that require medical attention. If you have a nipple piercing and have any signs of infection, even minor ones, make sure you seek medical attention immediately.

Tattoos and Piercings are painful to get, and can be painful to heal.

Although most tattoo enthusiasts are fairly immune to the pain of tattoos, certainly combinations of tattoos and piercings can produce more pain than just a standard tattoo alone. And if you are planning to place your tattoo in the same vicinity of your piercing, you're just inviting trouble. The extra inflammation will increase your chances of infection, and the resulting pain will mean a longer heal time overall.

Cost.

Of course you realize when getting a tattoo to begin with that it will cost a little money. If you're planning to go the bargain route at all, think again, as using a less than reputable shop, or worse a cheaper unlicensed artist, can net you some pretty serious skin diseases, and not just the kind that leave a scar, we're talking the really nasty type that can prove fatal. Spend the extra money for a reputable licensed tattoo artist in a quality sterile tattoo studio, just do one at a time to avoid breaking the bank for both the tattoo and piercing all at once.

And the one reason why getting them together seems like a better idea to most people, though really not a great reason anyway, is saving time. Realistically, since you're looking at a longer heal time for the piercing overall, you'll balance out getting your tattoo and piercing separately time-wise in the long run, and your body will thank you for treating it kindly as well.

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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.

Tattoo Cover-Up at Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio

Almost everyone has had a situation in their lives when they had to hide their body art for one reason or another. Hiding your tattoo isn't always easy however. Make-up can rub off and stain clothing, and many tattoos are far too dark to be effected by traditional cover-up methods anyway.

While clothing can be worn strategically to cover some tattoos, those tattoos that are located on parts of the body that would be hard to cover will still need another method. Additionally, depending upon the season, certain articles of clothing might be considered out of place merely for use as a tattoo cover-up.

If you are only interested in a temporary cover-up for your tattoo, doing some research into over the counter airbrush types of cover-up makeup can provide you with the best results. The make-up is applied using an airbrush technique that might be unusual at first, but with practice will become fairly easy.

If you are looking for a permanent tattoo cover-up you will need a consultation with a reputable tattoo artist to determine if the tattoo can be covered at all, and if so, to what degree. You will also need to go over which designs will best do the job of covering up the old ink.

Inflicting Ink Tattoo Studio in Portsmouth RI has highly skilled tattoo artists, working in a sterile environment, who are always happy to discuss your tattoo cover-up project with you.


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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.