If you’re exploring tattoo removal options, you may have come across saline tattoo removal– a method that’s often marketed as natural, gentle, and an alternative to lasers (which is known to push toxic fragmented pigment deeper into the body. To learn more about laser tattoo removal, visit our blog). But how does saline removal compare to Tatt2Away, a tattoo removal system that also avoids lasers but uses a completely different approach and solution? Let’s break down the differences so you can make the most informed decision for your skin and your story.
What Is Saline Tattoo Removal?
Saline tattoo removal involves tattooing a saline solution into the skin, typically using the same kind of machine used to apply tattoos. The theory is that the saline will draw ink to the surface, creating a scab that carries pigment out of the skin as it heals. This method is commonly used for cosmetic tattoos (like microblading), and some practitioners consider it a gentle option for smaller, superficial tattoos.
How Does Tatt2Away Work?
Tatt2Away uses a precision-controlled dermabrasion technique to gently remove the epidermal layer in an organized and controlled approach by exposing the dermis where the tattoo ink lies. During the dermabrasion process, a steady flow of TEPRsol, our 100% natural, vegan-sourced ingredient solution, is placed on the exposed area, activating the body’s healing response to push the ink out of the body in the form of a scab. Tatt2Away’s method is patented and performed in a dot pattern that is designed to optimize healing and maximize the treatment area to reduce sessions.
This design also allows the skin to safely heal in stages. Most clients with average-sized tattoos can be completely removed in 3–5 sessions. TEPRsol is not a saline solution, and the active ingredient is already produced in the human body, which means nothing foreign is being introduced to or created within the body, as with other methods such as saline removal.
Saline vs. Tatt2Away: Key Differences
1. Method of Ink Removal:
- Saline: Introduces saline into the skin to attempt to lift ink to the surface and fade the tattoo over time.
- Tatt2Away: Gently abrades the epidermal layer of skin to expose the dermal layer and the TEPRsol solution is placed on the dermis activating the body’s natural healing response to expel ink out of the body.
2. Effectiveness:
- Saline: Often more effective for cosmetic tattoos, may struggle with larger or deeper body tattoos. Fades tattoo requiring multiple treatments in the same area, frequently causes scarring on larger tattoos.
- Tatt2Away: Removes all ink colors from all skin tones and types, including complex body art and dense pigments. Allows for depth control, removes ink, and each treatment area is only treated once. Also effective for cosmetic tattoo removal including microblading.
3. Sessions Required:
- Saline: May require many sessions for fading, and full removal isn’t always guaranteed. Oftentimes outlines and faded ink remains.
- Tatt2Away: Typically achieves full removal in 3–5 sessions on average (brows 2-3). Also effective for partial removal to achieve more vibrant cover ups or tattoo revisions.
4. Natural Process:
- Both methods are non-laser and rely on skin’s natural healing, but Tatt2Away is FDA-registered and designed specifically for tattoo and permanent make-up ink removal. Tatt2Away uses comprehensive aftercare to ensure the skin safely and effectively heals.
5. Training and Safety:
- Saline: Performed by artists with varying levels of training.
- Tatt2Away: Only licensed and certified technicians trained through Tatt2Away’s medically reviewed course can provide this service.
Which Is Right for You?
While many people think saline tattoo removal and Tatt2Away are similar, there are key differences when it comes to application and results. Tatt2Away works on any size or color of tattoo in fewer sessions, while saline removal struggles to effectively remove ink from the body, especially for colored or larger tattoos. Tatt2Away is time-tested and science-backed. While saline also offers a natural alternative to laser tattoo removal, it doesn’t provide reliable and proven results. There is also no consistency to the level of training, treatment technique, and quality of service that can be expected due to varying levels of training and expertise.
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