Laser tattoo removal? Has anyone here ever had a tattoo removed or lightened locally? Where did you go? Recommendations? I have a large tattoo on my lower back that I got when I was younger, and while I know that it's not going to go away completely, I am hoping that it can be lightened to the point where it could be covered up with something else.
Also, does anyone have a recommendation of a tattoo artist who is well-versed in cover-ups and tattoo removal? I'd like to do a consultation before I do anything else, because if they say "even with laser removal, this can't be covered up", then I suppose that would save me some $$$ and I'll just keep it as a reminder of a specific time in my life.
m1chgo replied:
I have had laser tattoo removal done at [Body Bar](http://www.bodybarlaserclinic.com/home/) in Coquitlam. They were really good, I would recommend them. I have had 8 sessions, my tattoo is significantly faded, but not completely gone yet. Just one thing to note - it hurts SO MUCH. It hurts much, much more than getting the tattoo in the first place. Just something for you to be prepared for!