Laser Tattoo Removal vs. Wrecking Balm

Laser Tattoo Removal vs. Wrecking Balm: Why One Trumps the Other

Tattoos, although believed to be permanent, can be drastically faded and possibly removed depending on the size, color, and detail of the tattoo. Currently, there are two popular ways to go about reducing your tattoo: laser tattoo removal and ointment creams – the most common cream being Wrecking Balm.

There is much speculation about what works, what doesn’t, and what the best option is. We break down both options, and separate fact from fiction.

What is Wrecking Balm?

Wrecking Balm is one of many over-the-counter cream solutions designed to remove tattoos. Wrecking Balm can be purchased online at amazon.com, or purchased in-stores at Walmart’s across the nation.

To fade tattoos, the cream exfoliates skin to remove top layer skin cells and break up ink pigments of the tattoo. As skin cells regenerate, they should not have the tattoo. The product comes with a “serum” designed to speed skin renewal process.

Pros:

• • Can be done in the convenience of your own home
• • Saves time and money; fast and affordable treatment option

Cons:

• • Numerous negative reviews
• • Not effective and could take many months if not years to see results
• • Pain from exfoliating skin

What is Laser Tattoo Removal?

Laser tattoo removal involves using high intensity light-beams to break up the ink pigments of the tattoo. Laser frequency and number of treatments are determined by the color, size and location of the tattoo….as well as whether the tattoo is a professional tattoo or not. Clearly, professional tattoos will require more sessions for removal.

The procedure is done by trained professionals with specialized techniques and equipment. Advances in the laser tattoo removal surgery make for minimal side-effects from the procedure, and patients are very unlikely to see a scar.

Pros:

• • No downtime
• • Anesthesia is not required
• • Produces visible results and faded tattoos in almost all cases – extremely effective

Cons:

• • Slight pain or irritation may accompany the procedure
• • Must be done by a professional and could require several treatments
• • Results depend on size, location, and color of tattoo and also skin type (darker skin types may require more sessions)

What is the Best Option for You?

If you would like to significantly reduce or remove your tattoo completely, then laser tattoo removal is the answer for you. While it might not be as cheap as Wrecking Balm or other cream-based removal ointments, the results are typically superior.

Wrecking Balm is widely viewed as a “rip-off” or “ineffective.” Results will vary based on the individual and could help some individuals, but the general consensus is cream ointments do not work.

Laser tattoo removal is widely-proven as effective, with results you can actually see. The procedure may require several treatments, but each treatment comes with greater fading of the tattoo.

Read reviews and testimonials about both laser tattoo removal and Wrecking Balm, to determine what the best option for your tattoo removal is.

To get more information about laser tattoo removal, or to schedule a consultation, contact ZendyHealth or visit our webpage www.zendybeauty.com/laser-tattoo-removal/.