Everything You Need To Know About Finger Tattoo Removal
Within the last decade or so, finger tattoos have become popular once again, in large part due to an influx of celebrities with ink on their digits . Although they may seem like a fun, small way to add some ink to your life, they’re not always what they’re cracked up to be. Find out everything you need to know about finger tattoo removal below.
The draw of finger tattoos isn’t hard to understand. They’re small, inconspicuous, but still noticeable when you want them to be; however, they’re also notoriously difficult to maintain. They can easily fade due to constant friction, therefore frequent touch ups may be necessary. Not only can this be painful, it can also cost you over time. At Unthink Inc, we believe no one should have to live with a regrettable tattoo, especially one they can’t avoid. With our advanced laser technology and expert techniques, your finger tattoo removal process will be more efficient.
If you’re looking into finger tattoo removal, here’s everything you need to know:
1) Finger tattoo removal may be more uncomfortable than other areas.
The hands and fingers are sensitive areas to both get a tattoo and get a tattoo removed. The skin can be quite then thin and delicate, and the entire area is close to a bone. Fortunately, at Unthink Inc. we use the most comfortable tattoo removal laser currently on the market, the PicoWay laser .
Unlike traditional tattoo removal lasers, which commonly use nanosecond (one billionth of a second) pulse duration technology to remove ink. PicoWay can remove tattoos faster, with less discomfort and risk of injury. This is due to its picosecond (one trillionth of a second) pulsation rate. PicoWay has the ability to treat all skin types and all ink colours, with a pulse rate that is 1000 times faster than any other tattoo removal laser on the current market. Which makes the technology perfect for the meticulous task of finger tattoo removal.
In addition to our superior technology, we also incorporate external numbing techniques to help ease any discomfort. Before and during the finger tatttoo removal procedure our expert technician Jim will apply blasts of cold air below 0 degrees to the treated area with the Zimmer Cryo Chiller. This helps to numb and desensitize the treated area. A topical anesthetic called Zensa is also available for purchase, in case further numbing is required. Unthink Inc. client, Diana (pictured above) reported having a 30-40% reduction in the sensation of the laser on her sensitive fingers.
2) Finger tattoo removal can take longer to heal.
Laser tattoo removal works by shattering ink pigments into the tiniest possible pieces, which are then absorbed by the body and removed through it’s natural processes. Therefore the body does the bulk of the removing, not the laser. Because of this, limbs can take longer to remove when compared to tattoos nearer your heart, as blood circulation is much better the closer in proximity to that area. This isn’t to say the tattoo cannot be removed whatsoever. But that it may take longer than initially expected. Around five to seven sessions, spaced about six to eight weeks apart, will be required to remove any sized tattoo.
3) Finger tattoo removal aftercare can be tricky.
As the hands are arguably one of the most exposed areas of the body, correct tattoo removal aftercare is crucial for proper healing. In the first 24 to 48 hours after your tattoo removal session, the treated area must be kept and cool, clean and dry. Try to limit the number of times your hands are washed throughout the day, and when washing. Don’t apply water or soap directly to the area. If your profession requires constant hand washing, we suggest booking Friday or taking a few days off to ensure the area can fully heal.
To learn more about the finger tattoo removal process at Unthink Inc., schedule your no-obligation consultation.
