Summer is almost here, and while some people might be looking forward to the hot, sunny days, there are actually plenty of benefits that come with the cooler seasons (aside from cosy evenings and festive lights)! The best time to remove, revise, or replace your tattoo is actually during the autumn and winter months. Here’s why!
Benefits in Removing Your Tattoo During the Summer and Fall Seasons
1. Avoid Direct Sun Exposure
When getting or removing a tattoo, one of the best things you can do for your skin is to keep your tattoo out of direct sunlight. Sun exposure can damage the skin and cause complications, particularly during tattoo removal. Exposure to the sun during this process can slow down your body’s natural healing, making the removal less effective.
At Tatt2Away, our priority is ensuring your tattoo is removed and healed as quickly and safely as possible. The summer months naturally pose more risks due to increased sun exposure, which is why starting your tattoo removal in the winter or autumn is ideal. During these cooler months, you’re less likely to be spending as much time soaking up the sun!
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2. Tattoo Coverage During Colder Months with Longer Clothes
A benefit of the cooler months is that we tend to wear more layers. Those cosy scarves, big jumpers, and thick pants you’ve been saving in the back of your wardrobe will not only keep you warm but also provide an extra layer of protection from the sun. As you swap out your swimmers for hats and gloves, you’ll also be aiding in the removal of your tattoo and supporting your body’s healing process.
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3. Less Intense UV Light Exposure
Any procedure involving the skin during the summer, when UV exposure is at its highest, always carries an increased risk of adverse effects, especially in areas with intense sunlight. When your skin is exposed to UV light, it can be at risk of burning, peeling, and hyperpigmentation due to increased melanin production. Combining the side effects of too much sun exposure with a skin treatment like tattoo removal—where your skin needs to rejuvenate effectively—can lead to unwanted complications.
It’s a common misconception that you must wait until summer is over to get skin treatments; tattoo removal can be safe and effective during the warmer months as long as you follow the correct aftercare procedures. With the right precautions and an experienced technician, tattoo removal treatments and enjoy your summer! Just remember to protect your skin with physical barriers, keep it hydrated, and follow the expert skincare advice from our technicians.
As we head into the warmer months, it’s a great time to plan ahead for your tattoo removal journey. Starting now means you’ll be well-prepared for when the cooler autumn and winter months arrive—optimal seasons for tattoo removal.
4. Tattoo Removal Aftercare
The number one way to protect your skin from the sun is to keep it covered and out of direct sunlight. However, to achieve the best results in your tattoo removal journey, it’s crucial to follow aftercare instructions. For optimal aftercare practices, listen to the advice of your Tatt2Away technicians and follow these recommended steps. At Tatt2Away, we prioritise our clients, your body, and your skin by using a holistic process.
Get Your Tattoo Replaced or Removed During the Winter or Autumn
We ensure your body is treated properly before, during, and after tattoo removal. We prep your skin for removal prior to treatment, use an all-natural process that lifts the ink out of your body, and provide an aftercare program tailored to your body’s needs for optimal healing. Your health and tattoo removal are our top priorities! Learn more about the aftercare.
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