# Getting Un-Inked Tattoo Removal Increases as People Regret Their Body Mods By Christina Butty | Published 2009-06-18 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-removal References: [businessinsider](http://www.businessinsider.com/crappy-job-market-spurs-boom-in-tattoo-removal-2009-6) & [faqs.org](http://www.faqs.org/qa/qa-12393.html) After years of [tattooing being popular](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-popup), the trend is showing signs of tipping in the other direction. Apparently the tattoo-removal business is booming in this economy while so many others are struggling! Tattoo removal was even a hot trend on [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Cross-platform-search-analytics) trends today. While many people are happy with their tattoos, there are many options for those who regret them. There is laser tattoo removal, and even [tattoo removal cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hair-removal1) for people who don’t want to undergo surgery. Regardless of the method, tattoo removal costs are expensive so people would be wise think twice before they get ink. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Increasing Tattoo Removal:** The growing demand for tattoo removal presents an opportunity for the development of more effective and affordable tattoo removal methods. - **Booming Tattoo Removal Business:** The flourishing tattoo removal industry indicates a lucrative market for entrepreneurs to provide complementary services and products. - **Regretful Tattoo Trends:** The rising number of people regretting their tattoos calls for innovative solutions, such as temporary tattoo alternatives or customizable designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Laser Tattoo Removal:** There is a growing need for advancements in laser tattoo removal technology to make the process faster, safer, and more efficient. - **Tattoo Removal Cream:** The tattoo removal cream industry can capitalize on the demand by developing better tattoo removal alternatives that are less invasive and more affordable. - **Temporary Tattoo Industry:** Entrepreneurs can seize the opportunity to offer a wider range of high-quality temporary tattoo options, targeted towards individuals hesitant about permanent ink. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tattoo Cover-Up Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sixty-ink.md) - [Gentle Tattoo Removal Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naama-studios.md) - [Progressive Rewritable Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-ink.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Custom Tattoo Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-tattoo-creator.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md) - [Generative Art Tattoo Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-1.md) - [AI-Powered Tattoo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imprintu.md) - [Hotel-Friendly Tattoo Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-popup.md)