Finger Tattoo Removal (2024)

FAQs

Finger Tattoo Removal? ›

Typically, finger tattoo removal takes 8 to 10 sessions for full removal, although every client is unique. You must wait at least 6 weeks between sessions to allow the skin to heal fully.

Across the United States, laser tattoo removal cost can range between $200 to $500 per removal treatment, which usually varies based on factors like tattoo size. At Removery, we also offer the option to pay-per-session and the average cost per removal session is $175 to $600, depending on the size of the tattoo.

Generally, amateur or homemade tattoo may be removed within 3 to 7 sessions, while professional tattoos done with harder inks can require anywhere from 8 to 20 treatments. It is possible for some tattoos to require more than 20 laser treatments.

Rest easy — while laser tattoo removal can hurt, chances are it won't hurt as much as getting the tattoo did. Tattoo removal pain is comparable to the pain of a bad sunburn, and the laser pulses feel like a rubber band snapping against your skin.

There is no way to remove a tattoo at home. Tattoo ink is inserted deep into the second layer of skin called the dermis. In order to remove a tattoo, the ink molecules need to be broken apart into tiny, digestible particles.

Finger tattoos are notorious for being difficult to remove due to their small size, intricate designs, and delicate skin.

Finger tattoos will fade faster than most other tattoos because of how rough we are on our hands.

Laser tattoo removal effectively fades and removes ink. These treatments are a recommended first step for anyone considering a finger tattoo cover-up. It is safe to tattoo over skin that has received laser tattoo removal.

Yes, some types of tattoo removal can cause scars. You can prevent the likelihood of scarring by taking care of your skin after a removal procedure or session and following your healthcare provider's aftercare instructions.

That said, there are methods of fading and removing tattoos, but tattoo removal creams aren't one of them. They're not only ineffective, but also dangerous—and their lightening effects pose distinct risks for deep skin tones.

Is tattoo removal worth it? ›

Tattoo removal can give you a chance to start over. You will no longer be bound by designs and styles that you got a long time ago. Trends and times change. If your tattoo is starting to age, removing it can give you a clean slate to start with.

Hydrogen Peroxide and Exfoliation - Exfoliation paired with hydrogen peroxide can do wonders to gradually fade tattoo ink naturally. This is because exfoliation removes dead skin while hydrogen peroxide is a skin lightening agent that has bleaching properties.

While most of our clients will need between 4-10 treatments to completely remove their unwanted tattoos, it is important to know that we cannot predict the outcome nor will every tattoo fit into that range.

At-home and DIY tattoo removal methods like hydrogen peroxide should be left to urban myth and tall tales, and never attempted. They are ineffective and worse, could lead to skin damage.

TATTOO REMOVAL COST PER TREATMENT

$75 per square inch of tattoo pigment up to the first 4 1/2 square inches – per treatment. Tattoos between 5 to 10 square inches are a flat rate of $375 per treatment. Tattoos over 10 square inches start at $600 per treatment & will be priced during your free consultation.

Location of the tattoo

The better your blood flow, the more easily your body can remove the ink. This means that tattoos in areas with lower circulation (like your hands, fingers, and feet) take longer to remove.

While trendy, know that hand and finger tattoos can be quite painful with the thin skin texture and bony nature of these areas. The outer finger or back of your hands will be the most painful regions to get tattooed. Across genders, hand and finger tattoos typically rate at an 8/10 on the pain scale.