Tattoos used to be forever. But for some people, tattoos become permanent reminders of a big mistake. Breakups and lifestyle changes can mean the design (especially if it’s a name) and location of your tattoo now just causes embarrassment. But if you have a tattoo you regret, you don’t need to cover it with clothing or more ink. Now unwanted ink can be safely and effectively removed using laser technology. How does laser treatment remove tattoos? Precisely targeted laser beams fragment the ink pigments, creating minute fragments. These miniscule fragments are then removed by the immune system. How many treatments does it take to remove a tattoo? The amount of treatments you need depends on the tattoo: its size, its location on your body, its colours, and the depth of ink. Older, faded tattoos are easier to remove than newer,…

Acne can affect anyone at any time, though it’s more prevalent during puberty. Unwanted flare ups can be extremely distressing, leading to a loss of confidence. The pustules and pimples are caused by a blockage in the tiny hair follicles which cover the face. In healthy skin, a natural substance known as sebum travels out of the hair follicles, removing dead skin cells. Sebum then becomes part of the protective layer on the skin, preventing harmful bacteria entering skin cells. But if the hair follicles are blocked, sebum cannot remove the dead cells. They are trapped with bacteria under the skin, and can lead to inflammation and acne. Too much sebum can also cause acne. There are several successful acne treatments available. Their effectiveness depends on your unique skin condition, therefore the most effective acne treatments must be individualized by…

Rosacea—the common skin disease which causes redness on facial areas—can lead to embarrassment and loss of self-confidence for sufferers. This redness or flushing can flare up on the cheeks, nose, or forehead. In some cases, rosacea develops on the neck and chest, too. Rosacea is a chronic condition which can be treated, but cannot be cured. If you think you have rosacea, you should see your dermatologist so treatment can begin. If untreated, in very rare cases rosacea can lead to a thickening of facial skin or the development of a bulbous red nose. Fortunately, most cases respond well to treatments. Some people are unaware they have rosacea, instead blaming acne, stress, or sun damage for their facial flushing and redness. Here are some of the indications your facial redness is caused by rosacea. You blush easily: Rosacea triggers If…

Tattoos are very popular, because having a beautiful, meaningful design permanently inked onto your skin can be a fantastic means of self-expression. However, many people regret their ink as they age, and go to great lengths to cover up their tattoos. Tattoos may become obsolete, such as Johnny Depp’s now-infamous “Winona Forever”. Tattoos may even be misspelled, such as Rhianna’s “forgiveness” which was misspelled in Sanskrit. Regretted tattoos can be concealed under clothing, covered up with more ink, or even removed with laser technology. This tattoo removal technology is very effective, but of course it is preferable to ensure you get a tattoo you will love forever. Do some research Make sure you get the tattoo you really want, rather than making a hasty choice in the tattoo parlour. Choose a design which symbolizes something meaningful for you. You could…