Why Tattoos Fade with Time

Tattoos are a trend that have certainly gotten under a lot of people's skin.  Especially, those people that say their tattoos look much older than they really are.

While tattoos are not like bad haircuts that eventually grow out, they also do not remain permanently the same forever. 

Tattoos fade with age, apparently something many people fail to realize evident of the rising number of tattoo removal procedures performed.
 
According to the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, in 2001, 44,760 tattoo removal procedures were reportedly performed in the U.S.  In 2003, that number increased significantly to 61,772 tattoo removal procedures. And data is currently being reviewed for 2007.

The fact of the matter, as people age, their skin ages, and naturally their tattoo in their skin is going to age too.  So, if people want their tattoos to look good for as long as possible, they have to take care of their skin and at the same time their tattoo.

The reasons tattoos fade excessive sun exposure, failure to properly care for tattoo during healing process, or the artist did not apply the pigment correctly.

The most common reason for fading colors is ultraviolet light, especially sunlight.

Excessive amounts of sun will fade tattoos at the same rate it causes skin damage.  To protect against damage and fading it’s important to wear daily SPF and limit time in direct sun.

Protect today’s tattoo from tomorrow’s fading, tattoo regret, and hassles of tattoo removal by adopting good skin care habits.