What is Wrecking Balm?
Wrecking Balm is a product widely sold and marketed as a "Tattoo Fade and Removal System". In casual conversation, Wrecking Balm is simply known as a tattoo removal cream, and by far, the most popular one there is out there on the market today. The product, also referred to asa kit, consists of a gel, cream, concealer, and something called an "erosion head" along with a "DemoMatic".
How Does it Work?
There are a a variety of tattoo removal creams on the market, and they essentially all work the same way. Wrecking Balm is no different in principle for how it works. Specifically, the product is intended to remove the top layers of the skin above the tattoo, then break up the ink pigment themself that make up the tattoo. A month to a month a half later, the cells of the skin will have regenerated, and these new skin cells with NOT contain the tattoo. When new cells are regenerated, the old cells which now are bonded with the ink are pushed to the surface of the skin for removal. This is the key to how the entire system works.
Benefits
- If you're thinking about purchasing Wrecking Balm to fade or remove an unwanted tattoo, here are some points you should consider.
- Wrecking Balm can remove your tattoo in as little as 8 weeks. If the tattoo was done by amateur techniques, it will be even easier to remove.
- Wrecking Balm can be used on all skin types.
- Once the tattoo is removed, it is perfectly safe to put a new tattoo in its place. The new skin cells will accept the ink just fine.
- They also offer a money back guarantee with their products.
Disadvantages
Using this product is associated with a minor burning sensation or general irritation to the skin. This can be expected and is not a cause for concern. (Within reason of course. If the sensation becomes painful and does not stop, immediately end use of product and see a dermatologist.
Cannot use on cracked, irritated, inflamed or injured skin
Extra Features
This product also comes with a Branding Butter which is an instant tattoo concealed that is waterproof, smudge proof and is very easy to apply. This is a great example of listening to customer needs, as surely many people buy Wrecking Balm to remove an unwanted tattoo quickly and don't realize it can take months to do so. In a bind, the concealer can work to cover it up for job interviews, wedding, or other situations where some individuals might wish to hide a tattoo.
Conclusion
Wrecking Balm was found to be helpful in reducing the appearance of unwanted tattoos, we have found other products that are completely safe for all skin types and may be more cost-effective than Wrecking Balm. Even though Wrecking Balm does not contain the potentially harmful ingredients Hydroquinone and TCA, it still has several warnings that indicate it may not be safe for all types of skin. However, Wrecking Balm is available online and in retail stores, making it easier to exchange it if one is unsatisfied with its results. Other creams that we reviewed as an alternative to laser tattoo removal include Tat-B Gone, Erasyn & Burn B-Gone.
