Tuesday, 09 March 2010 08:40 | Author: Antoinette R. Wallace |
Tattoos might be the in thing but they're not for everyone, so the increasing popularity of unconventional types like henna tattoo. These are neither extremely unpleasant to get, nor do they stick to you for your life. If you believe that you are done with a tattoo, you can get rid of it. Generally the tattoo fades away on its own after sometime but you could need to get shot of it early. Follow the below tips, if such is your need.
by AntoinetteR.Wallace
Tattoos could be the in thing but they are not for everyone, hence the growing popularity of radical types like henna tattoo. These are neither very painful to get, nor do they stick to you for your life. If you think you are done with a tattoo, you can lose it. Generally the tattoo fades away by itself after sometime but you may need to be shot of it early. Follow the below tips, if such is your need.
Skin washing of the part with tattoo and its surrounding areas is a great way to get rid of henna tattoo fast. You can get a scrub from the market to do this. Please note that some scrubs are vicious and not suited to every skin type. It is completely feasible to use handcrafted mask for cleaning. Just mix some gram flour with milk. Rub this on the skin and the tattoo in question will fade away.
If you want a quicker mix, all you need is olive oil. The oil on it's own can fade the tattoo. You have to apply liberal amounts of oil on the area with tattoo. For better results, mix the olive oil with other types of natural oils. Let the skin absorb the oil for some time than wash it away.
Yet another sure shot solution for removal of a henna tattoo is a hot water bath. All you need to do is to submerge the tattooed area in hot water. Keep it still for some time as per your convenience. However, if you would like results, it is advisable to soak for a span not less than 20-25 minutes. You can fasten the method by adding some exfoliating mitt and some sea salt into the hot water.
If you are looking for a dry solution, you may consider rough skin removers. Simply rub the skin remover over your skin and your tattoo will be history. Again, there are various options in the marketplace for coarse skin removers. Pumice stone and sandpaper are the best choices in this case. You must be careful that coarse skin removers are well, coarse and should not be used on delicate parts of skin.
For individuals that are in the search of a splendidly natural method to shed henna tattoo and are not shocked of some heavy lifting [ both literally and figuratively ], sweating it away is the choicest option. What simpler way to sweat than to get in the gymnasium and pump some heavy iron. This won't be for everyone but if you have it in you, this is the way to go. If it is sunlight out there, a long walk in the skin will make you sweat enough, and you get a tan to boot.
So what are you waiting for? Simply make use of the above debated tips and rest assures that you henna tattoo will vanish in no time and you are all set to a sport a new one soon.