Career's, Families & Tattoo's Don't Always Mix

In today’s society tattoos are more accepted than ever but tattoo removal is more common than people may realize. People who choose to have the procedure done tend to be worried about multiple factors including work opportunities. Other people simply regret the tattoo for personal reasons.  Studies have shown that individuals who got tattoo’s in their teens or early twenties are more likely to opt for tattoo removal later on in life.  What may have been a great idea for someone in there twenties is often not a great idea for professional, parent or grandparent. Individuals who feel uncomfortable with their choice of tattoo and opt for laser tattoo removal treatment will definitely feel remarkably less stress once they are able put their past behind them.

Trends are showing us that clients prefer to have upper body tattoos removed. This is likely to be because these tattoos 's have greater visibility. Out of approximately 4o million people, an estimated 16-17 % of them will eventually have their tattoo removed.  The decision to have laser tattoo removal is growing and expected to keep growing as many people are in search of jobs or new careers after the recession.

While there is a stigma around tattoos in society, it is slowly changing; tattoos have increasingly grown in popularity. Currently 36% of people ages 18-29 have a tattoo. Unfortunately though, many of these people are finding that having a tattoo can mean being stigmatized and discriminated against in the workplace.  Many employers and recruiters find that visible tattoo’s have a negative reaction from customers and will choose to hire other people after taking into consideration the effect of visible tattoos on their customers & company environment.

Findings point to employers preferring candidates with a more professional image & feel their employee’s image is a direct reflection of them to their customers.  Certain fields have a no tolerance policy in place that specifically state that tattoo’s should be covered while on the job. Unfortunately many times employers will not make their opinion of tattoos clear during the hiring process but take tattoos into account when choosing candidates. 

A good example of discrimination against tattoos can be seen in the cyber security industry. This field is rapidly growing but candidates should be mindful of the stigma around tattoos when applying for these positions.  In this field, tattoos are still not accepted and candidates will be turned away for having tattoos despite being qualified for the jobs they are applying for.

Other reasons’s for tattoo removal could mean lifestyle changes, marriage and childbirth. Examples of this can be having an ex-boyfriends/girlfriends name removed. Others want to remove sayings/quotes that they have to explain to their children and grandchildren. The fear of embarrassment in front of family and judgment over previous lifestyle choices.   

There are many reasons to have a tattoo removed and it seems more than ever before people are choosing to remove their "bad" or visible tattoos and keep the more memorable ones out of sight.  With laser technology developments such as the Asclepion Tattoo star Effect Laser & R20 procedure it is easier and faster than ever to remove an old tattoo and move forward with ones life and career.

Client Before & After Photo from Erase Tattoo Removal in Oak Brook, IL

Considering Tattoo Removal? Start to Strengthen Your Immune System

Removing tattoos is an important decision & everyone wants to have to best outcome when they choose to have a laser procedures. While the tools, such as the Asclepion Tattoo Star Effect Laser, we have can help speed up the process & eliminate past tattoos, there is something each person can do to ensure that they get the best possible outcome from treatment. We encourage all of our clients to focus on improving their immune system before starting tattoo removal procedure.  This can greatly help with the skins healing process after and during treatment. We hope that these tips will help point out some easy solutions to prepare you for your laser treatment.

There are several things everyone can do to help build a strong immune system. The best way increasing your immunities strength is a systematic approach.  Committing to a regiment can make a big difference in results of treatment not only treatment to remove tattoos but overall health. Focusing on healthy lifestyle choices is the main factor in improving one’s immune system. Some basic & inexpensive things everyone can do to help their immune system get stronger include, getting adequate sleep & exercise. Diet is also very important in making sure your body is getting vitamins and nutrients it needs. If you are experiencing a vitamin deficiency, consult your doctor and ask about how you can include these vitamins in your daily regiment.  Vitamins A, C, E, and Zinc are integral because they have a direct relationship with your immune system and skin health. Another key factor in improving one’s immune system is avoiding stressful situations, sugars, smoking and excessive drinking. Stress can delay the production of T-Cells in the body while drinking and smoking pollutes the body with negative chemicals, which make your immune system work harder to defend itself from infection.

A healthy diet is key in improving one’s immune system. Changing your diet can be difficult but some easy solutions include replacing starches, sugars and fats with vegetables and fruits for extra immune support. Some specific foods to start including include citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits that contain Vitamin C. Mushroom’s like Shitake’s can also greatly benefit the body by increasing cytokine, a small protein that acts as a receptor and send signals to cells that support the immune system.  Adding a variety of vegetables such as leafy greens like spinach and kale provide extra nutritional support with Vitamin K, C, & E.  Greens are extremely beneficial because they are also loaded with iron, calcium, potassium and Omega 3’s.  Yogurt can be another beneficial addition to a diet as it contains a generous amount of the live probiotic’s. Probiotic’s can work to strengthen your immune & digestive system. Honey, ginger, garlic and onion all have benefits for the immune system and can be added to meals or dressings as simple additions.

Overall, if you are considering a tattoo removal laser treatment it is very important that you take the extra steps to increase your immune systems strength to get the best possible results from your treatment.  By including some of these things in your daily regiment you can feel comfortable in knowing you are working to strengthen your immune system in preparation for laser tattoo removal treatment.

  

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