While adverse reactions to laser tattoo removal are rare when the proper laser is being used for treatment, they can occur. Of these adverse reactions, some are caused by a sensitivity or allergic reaction to the tattoo ink itself. As the laser’s energy is absorbs by the ink, the ink…

Have you ever heard that “good tattoos aren’t cheap, and cheap tattoos aren’t good.”? We all want the best possible result with the least out of pocket expense, but there are certain things where the “lowest bidder” should be approached with extreme caution, if at all. This is especially true…

Laser tattoo removal treatments can be started any time of year, but some seasons may fit better into your schedule and lifestyle than others. With summer winding down and fall rapidly approaching (cooler temperatures can’t get her soon enough), your time in the sun, enjoying the pool, and taking vacations…

With the proper laser, calibrated correctly, and a knowledgeable laser tech, laser tattoo removal is a very safe and effective way to remove an unwanted tattoo. When properly calibrated the laser will deliver extremely short pulses of intensely focused light energy into the skin where that energy is absorbed by…

During the morning news when birthday are announced, there is almost always a 90+ year old celebrating a birthday. It is hard to imagine all the changes these people have witnessed over the last 90+ years. Just over 100 years ago, the horse and buggy was the most common way…

There are so many factors involved in determining how easily a tattoo can be removed. Even if you and your friend go the same exact tattoo with the same exact colors on the same exact body part on the same exact day by the same exact artist; chances are your…

About 13 years ago, award winning tattoo artist, Carson Hill, created a new tattoo machine powered by an air compressor.  THis pneumatic tattoo machine helps to alleviate many problems artists face after long hours of tattooing, such as muscle fatigue. According to Carson, there is not a “primary” benefit of…

We have a new Certified Laser Specialist in our office. Welcome Kat Terrell. Kat was trained through the National Laser Institute and has been overseeing laser treatments here at Vanish for about 2 months now. She is very familiar with the tattoo process and community as her husband is an…

When tattoo ink is shattered via laser energy, it is possible for those tiny ink particles to enter the blood stream. Because many tattoo inks contain heavy metals it is believed those metals can be harmful to the fetus. Through there is not much evidence of the risks, it is…

A rapidly growing trend in the tattoo community seems to be white ink tattoos. Until recently white ink was primarily used to highlight colorful tattoos, but rarely as the primary color of the tattoo. Now, using white ink as the primary or even only color in a tattoo is becoming…

It is possible for minor textural changes to occur in the skin after laser treatment. These changes are rare and typically temporary when they do occur. Often any textural change that occurs during laser treatment corrects itself within a few months after the last laser treatment. Some may take longer…

Just about any fun activity can be even more fun when done with a group of friends. However, some activities should still be entered into with thought. Tattoo parties can be an exciting way to share a tattoo experience with many friends and acquaintances. On the other hand, they can…