Topical Tattoo Removal Cream Reviews
There are three layers to the skin: the epidermis, the dermis, and the subcutaneous layer, with tattoo pigment being deposited in the second layer, or the dermis. The top layer of the skin, the epidermis, is the part we see when looking at the skin. It is also this layer which protects the body from germs and bacterial infections and seals in moisture contained in the body.
The Epidermis contains living cells which are then covered by a thin layer of dead cells cells that are constantly moving to the surface as the epidermis renews itself. The dead cells are pushed to the surface as the new ones are produced at the base of the epidermis. The dead cells eventually flake away to reveal a new, smooth, glowing layer of skin beneath.
The epidermis is also the layer of skin that contains the pigment producing cells known as melanocytes. The melanocytes produce skin pigment known as melanin. The more melanocytes a layer of skin contains the more melanin is produced and the darker the skin. The fewer the melanocytes the less melanin is produced and the lighter the skin. Freckles are produced because the melanocytes are not evenly dispersed in the lower levels of the epidermis, creating spots of pigmented skin separated by areas of skin totally devoid of skin pigment.
The question is, does a topical tattoo removal cream, also known as bleaching cream, whitening cream, fade cream or lightening cream or gel have the ability to penetrate through the epidermis to the dermis and remove tattoo pigment? Unfortunately, the answer to that question is a resounding no. Tattoo removal creams, by themselves, can only fade skin pigment and they can only do that temporarily. Without continuous application the skin pigment color will return.
To be effective, a tattoo removal cream must be used in conjunction with abrasion of the skin, but abrasion of the skin does not need a so called “tattoo removal cream” to be effective. The abrasion will work by itself, but cream tattoo removal products will not.
For those whose preferences run to the use of tattoo removal creams, make sure that the ingredients of the cream will not cause serious side effects such as cancer, liver damage or kidney damage. Be sure to avoid cream products that contain the chemical hydroquinone, as it has been found to cause skin cancer. Other skin bleaching agents can also reduce the skin’s resistance to the to UV rays of the sun, thereby increasing susceptibility to skin cancer and other detrimental affects of UV radiation on skin.
Make sure mercury is not one of the ingredients of the tattoo removal cream, if you choose to use one. As time goes on, after continued use, mercury will react to the UV rays and re-oxidize, which leads to more pigmentation of your skin and premature aging. Continued application of a mercury containing tattoo removal cream is reported to cause a thickening of the collagen fibers and damage to the connective tissues resulting in a spotty complexion and a “caved in” appearance to the surface of your skin. With continued use the mercury can accumulate in your liver and kidneys and can eventually cause failure of the organs.
In conclusion, always research tattoo removal reviews and the ingredients of any tattoo removal product you’re considering using. Make sure it contains no harmful chemicals that can have long-term side effects and that the product will actually perform as advertised on its website. If you have any doubts call the toll-free number that should be listed on the website to speak with a customer service representative.
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