6ix9ine Will Need To Pay To Remove His Face Tattoos If Placed In Witness Protection

Tekashi 6ix9ine created a calculated plan to become famous and much of it centered around his social media behavior and his in-your-face appearance. The 23-year-old rapper has multicolor hair, tattoos all over his face, and a number of "69" markings on his arms. Shock value has always been a huge part of 6ix9ine's brand and it worked for him in music. Now that he may not be able to continue his life as a professional recording artist, the star, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, will likely need to be placed in witness protection if he makes it out of jail after snitching. A new report by Uproxx reads that if he is indeed placed in protective services, he will need to take money out of his own pocket to have his tattoos removed.

A breakdown of the trial in the New York Times notes that witness protection is still an option to the controversial young singer but he will need to take care of his heavily-tattooed face and arms if he wants a chance of that happening. "Prosecutors have indicated he could enter the witness protection program," writes the report before specifying that it is unlikely his tattoo removal would be paid for. "It is unlikely the United States Marshals Service, which runs the witness protection program, would pay for the removal of Mr. Hernandez's signature face tattoos."

What do you think he will look like without his trademark tats on his visage?

6ix9ine's Tattoo Removal Would Take Over A Year To Complete, Specialist Says

Tekashi 6ix9ine took the stand last week, ratting on everyone in his camp in what could be perceived as his final troll. Cooperating with the government meant that there would be some sort of leniency in his sentencing and it seems like he could get out as early next 2020. Between the face tattoos and the rainbow hair, it's kinda hard to miss the guy. The hair could be fixed but according to a tattoo removal specialist, it's going to take him a minimum of one year to remove the tattoos from his body.

Complex spoke to Flash Lab Laser Suite founder and owner Kelly Rheel who detailed the process behind tattoo removal surgery. For one, she said the rapper's best choice is to go through with PicoSure laser tattoo removal. It's known to be the most effective method of tattoo removal among experts. There are a few problems that come with this, though. For one, Rheel estimated the process of removing all of the tattoos on his body would cost around $100K - $150K. Secondly, the process is one-year minimum so going into the Witness Protection Program might not even be all that helpful. 

"You're looking at a year-long process, minimum. That's why a witness protection program for this gentleman might be a little tricky, unless he gets a really good concealer. Plenty of dancers and models get really great makeup that covers up their tattoos while they're undergoing removal," Kelly said.

 She continued to explain that things wouldn't be pretty for him during the process of getting the removal, as well.

"It's going to look like he's got the plague," she said. "You look like you're infected. You're red, you're itchy, inflamed, blistered. Lasers are no joke."

Area tattoo shops to offer flash sales for Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th, said to be an incredibly unlucky day, comes with perks for people looking to get tattoos. Some tattoo shops around the Hudson Valley are offering discounted tattoos to celebrate the occasion. Most tattoos offered are on a special sheet containing tattoos specifically offered for the sale.

Here's where you can get inked:

Backstage Tattoo & Piercing: Tattoos will start at $31 on Friday the 13th. There are also specials on piercings. Make a reservation at backstageny.com. Palisades Center, fourth floor, 4472 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, facebook.com/backstagetattoos.

Burning Phoenix Tattoo: Flipping the script on the Friday the 13th flash sale, Burning Phoenix Studio is offering a tattoo removal special. For $20, $13 for the removal and $7 for the tip, those looking to get rid of tattoos can get their first laser tattoo removal session. The $20 covers a 5x5 inch spot. Check their Instagram page for more information. 2150 Central Park Ave., Yonkers, dennisgladwell.com.

Damm Nice Tattoo & Body Art: Take a look at their tattoo sheet specifically for Friday the 13th and pay $13 for a tattoo. The sale starts at 1 p.m. 736 Central Park Ave., Scarsdale, dammnice.com. 

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Full Moon Tattoos: Full Moon Tattoos is offering $13 tattoos and basic piercings, with a lucky $7 tip, from noon to 9 p.m. There are rules such as no tattoos on hands, neck or feet and no changes to the designs on the flash sale sheet. Color can be added for $10 more. Basic piercings include the nostril, navel, cartilage, tragus and ear lobes. 98 Lockwood Ave., Yonkers, fullmoontattooink.com.

Ink Injection Tattoo: Tattoos begin at $20 and come in a choice of either two colors or black and gray. According to their Facebook page, some piercings will be up to half off for the occasion. Their flash sale sheets are also available on their Facebook page. Ink Injection is open from noon to 9 p.m. 1870 E. Main St., Mohegan Lake, facebook.com/inkinjectiontattoo.  

Iron Butterfly Tattoo: Designs on Iron Butterfly's flash sale sheets start at $50. They'll be open from 1-8 p.m. Those interested can find some of the flash sale designs on their Facebook page. 271 Route 6, Mahopac, facebook.com/iron-butterfly-tattoo. 

Interested in all things tattoos? Addicted to Ink, a White Plains based studio, will be presenting the 7th Annual Westchester Tattoo Convention from Sept. 27-29. There are daily tattoo contests, tattoo artists, and vendors. Hours: Friday 3 p.m. to midnight; Saturday noon to midnight; Sunday noon to 8 p.m. Tickets: $20 per day; $40 for 3-day passes; kids 12 and under are free with a paid adult. For more information, go to westchestertattoocon.com. 

Do you know a tattoo parlor offering a deal for Friday the 13th that we missed? Send any information to digital@lohud.com.

This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: Area tattoo shops to offer flash sales for Friday the 13th

Rise in unlicensed tattoo artists in Tasmania leaves customers at risk

Laura Kennedy got her first tattoo in Sydney when she was 21.

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Launceston has about 20 registered tattoo and piercing studios, and nine of them have been found in breach of the Public Health Act

The issues were considered minor, but public health experts warn the consequences can be severe

Tattoo-removal businesses are also opening up as more studios open their doors and unlicensed artists crop up

The Hobart woman asked for the outline of a rectangle on her wrist. When they started filling it in, she panicked.

"I said, 'Stop, this isn't going to work'," Ms Kennedy said.

"He goes, 'Oh, I've got this bright idea, which is I'm going to take the ink out of the gun and go over it three or four times, and that'll take the ink out'.

"It did, but it also took all of my skin away."

Ms Kennedy eventually had that tattoo covered up, but that was botched too.

She is now having the cover-up lightened at Tasmania's first dedicated laser-tattoo-removal studio.

Ms Kennedy wants her wrist tattooed again with artwork of a rhinoceros beetle and blueberries — a reference to her fight with brain cancer.

"Before I had brain cancer treatment I hated blueberries with the fire of 1,000 suns, then afterwards I thought they were quite nice and I eat them every day now," she said.

Tattoo-removal business owner Jorja Threlfall, who is treating Ms Kennedy's tattoo, said she was partly inspired to open her Hobart business because of an increase in the number of tattoo artists around Tasmania — including those without a licence.

"You can buy a tattoo gun on eBay for $150, so anyone can buy a tattoo gun," Ms Threlfall said.

"Some of the things you see, where they've pulled it out at a friend's party and decided to tattoo themselves, it's not the best quality."

She said a bad tattoo could affect a person's self esteem.

"Some people it really, really affects them … it can be a big relief when they start to get a few treatments and they see it's starting to fade."

Regulation left to local councils

Tattoo and piercing studios are flourishing around Tasmania.

Councils are charged with inspecting the sites to ensure they comply with the Public Health Act.

Among the state's four major cities, only Launceston reported issues of non-compliance, with nine of 17 studios inspected breaching the law.

Environmental health officer Erica McCarthy said the issues related to cleanliness.

"It's just making sure they're in clean condition and good working order in terms of the surfaces that customers might be in contact with, and to reduce and risk of infection to the customers and to the operators," Ms McCarthy said.

"A lot of the procedures are skin penetration, so it's opening the body's surface to any germs and grime getting in which can cause an infection.

"If a premises is dirty and isn't maintained it makes it hard to clean any spills or bodily fluids.

"Hepatitis is a big one in those industries."

Studios that fail to comply with directions can be prosecuted.

"We haven't seen anything that requires that type of action, which is great," Ms McCarthy said.

"With minor non-compliance we often give a written direction getting them to make those directions so everyone is kept safe."

'You can't hide it'

Hobart tattoo artist Benny Blackbird said he took up to 15 minutes to set up a safe environment for his customers.

There are gloves, cleaning fluids, new needles and plastic wrapped around equipment — and all of them can be changed multiple times during a single tattoo.

"We're not setting up a sterile field, that's impossible … what we're doing is minimising the chance of any contaminants going into your open wound," Mr Blackbird said.

"It's the idea of no infections, no nasties introduced to an open wound."

Laura Kennedy had one piece of advice for people considering getting a tattoo.

"One recommendation I'd say to … people is don't get your first tattoo on your wrist, because if for some reason it's bad, you can't really hide it," she said.

Tekashi 6ix9ine face tattoo removal is on him for witness protection option

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine might have to pay for his own face tattoo removal if he wants to be a part of the witness protection program after his recent court testimony. 

The rapper, real name Daniel Hernndez, testified in Manhattan Federal Court last week. It was in a trial against two members of the Nine Trey Bloods gang. 

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The trial was for Anthon "Harv" Ellson and Aljermiah "Nuke" Mack, who are facing federal racketeering and firearms charges. Ellson is also being tried for allegedly kidnapping and beating Tekashi 6ix9ine last year. 

The rapper testified against the gang members as he currently faces a minimum of 47 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to racketeering conspiracy and many other charges earlier this year. His cooperation could help him lobby for a shorter sentence. He will likely be sentenced January 2020. 

The New York Times is reporting that the rapper could enter the eye witness protection program and could become a brand new person despite his fame. This is because of possible death threats he has against him for giving the court valuable information about the gang. 

"I knew I was going to become a target," Tekashi 6ix9ine said in court. "I knew they were going to try and hurt me."

Former FBI official Jay Kramer told the NYT that it's very possible for him to become a normal person after this. 

"Despite how connected we are, and the appetite for social media content in this country, there are places where, if this kid gets a haircut and wears normal clothes, no one would know or care who he is," Kramer said.

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The report also says the program will do many things to change his look so he can go incognito. However, to get rid of his signature face tattoos, the rapper would likely have to pay for that himself. Most notably, the gigantic "69" tattoo he has on his face would likely have to go for the program to work successfully. 

Tattoo removal can cost hundreds of dollars a session, with recipients often needing multiple sessions for total removal. Therefore, it could cost the rapper a lot of money out of pocket if he chooses to enter the program. 

What do you think of Tekashi 6ix9ine possibly needing to pay for his own tattoo removal? Sound off in the comments down below and let us know!

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Clean Slate Ink in Round Rock, TX Expands Aesthetic Practice with Laser Hair Removal Featuring Astanza ReSmooth Laser

ROUND ROCK, Texas, Sept. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Clean Slate Ink, a leading laser clinic that serves the greater Northeast Austin area, recently added on the Astanza ReSmooth to deliver painless, long-lasting hair removal. Clean Slate Ink opened last year and was quickly established as the leading laser tattoo removal clinic of Round Rock, Texas. After receiving hundreds of laser hair removal inquiries, the rising aesthetic practice decided to expand their services to treat unwanted hair.

"It became very apparent early on that a large number of our laser tattoo removal clients were interested in laser hair removal," said Chris Harris, owner. "After working with the Astanza Duality laser over the past year and seeing the amazing, consistent results it produced, adding the Astanza ReSmooth was a no-brainer. I knew the ReSmooth's large spot size and pain-free technology would uphold the best treatment experience and results that my clients expect."

The Astanza ReSmooth featured at Clean Slate Ink is the most innovative diode laser on the market. The ReSmooth produces 810 nm and 940 nm wavelengths to target the widest range of hair and skin types and can even safely treat newly tanned skin. The ReSmooth features an XL handpiece with interchangeable small and large tips for fast, precise treatments. The XL handpiece's large tip measures at an industry-leading 9.1 cm2 and can treat large areas like the back, full legs, and chest in as little as 4 minutes. Furthermore, the ReSmooth's SmoothPulse mode and integrated skin cooling technology deliver pain-free treatments for the most comfortable patient experience.

"We are thrilled to be able to partner with Clean Slate Ink once again to bring the best laser treatments to Round Rock and the greater Austin area," said Bryce Fisher, Astanza Sales Representative. "Their investment of the Astanza ReSmooth is proof of the dedication they have for meeting their clients' needs. I'm excited to see their continued growth as they expand their list of services."

Clean Slate Ink is currently offering 20% off laser hair removal treatments for new clients until October 31, 2019.

About Clean Slate Ink

Clean Slate Ink Laser Tattoo Removal is the leading laser aesthetic clinic in Round Rock, Texas. They provide advance d laser hair removal and tattoo removal treatments for all skin types. All laser technicians at Clean Slate Ink are fully-licensed and well-versed in operating advanced diode laser technology.

Clean Slate Ink offers free, no-obligation consultations for all of their services. For more information, visit www.cleanslateink.com or call (512) 953-8566. Clean Slate Ink is located at 600 Round Rock W Dr #203, Round Rock, TX 78681.

About Astanza Laser

Astanza is the leader in lasers for tattoo removal, hair removal, and additional aesthetic procedures. In addition to developing cutting-edge medical laser devices such as the Duality, Trinity, DermaBlate, and ReSmooth systems, Astanza offers its customers a complete range of training, marketing, and business consulting services specific to achieving success in this growing field.

Astanza Laser is headquartered in Dallas, TX with customers throughout North America and Europe. For product, investor, or press information, call (800) 364-9010, or visit https://astanzalaser.com/.

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What tattooed District Attorney said about a Juvenile Tattoo Removal Program

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Liam Payne ‘really regretted’ the tattoo that inspired his Hugo Boss line

Liam Payne's Hugo Boss collection may be covered in chevrons, but the musician once considered the ink that inspired the motif a major mistake.

"The funniest thing about this situation is that when I got the tattoo when I was maybe 19, I woke up in the morning — I was heavily drunk when I got it — and my arm was really hurting, and I looked down and was like, 'What the hell have I done?'" the "Stack It Up" singer, 26, told Page Six Style at a party celebrating his collaboration at the Bloomingdale's 59th Street flagship on Thursday.

"I was literally still in bed Googling 'tattoo removal.' I really regretted it for a while — but I don't know, with tattoos over time, I find that they just become part of you. And then when I got to the [Hugo Boss] meeting and they were showing me designs and drawings, I only saw one thing, and was like, that's it."

The result? A capsule of T-shirts, trousers, sweatshirts and sneakers splashed with the graphic, which stands in for Payne's own signature. "I didn't want to be one of those people who plasters their name on everything," he explained. "I wanted to make clothes that were so good that people who didn't know me would buy them anyway."

Payne has come a long way since his One Direction days, with both a solo career and a son (2-year-old Bear, whom he shares with ex Cheryl Cole). He's also got a decidedly grown-up underwear campaign for Hugo on the way; fans were treated to a steamy preview earlier this week, courtesy of photographers Mert & Marcus.

Before stripping down to his skivvies for the "quite raunchy" shots, Payne consulted with underwear-model icon Mark Wahlberg, whose 1992 Calvin Klein campaign (and intense workout regimen) is the stuff of legend. "I even went in and trained with him," the singer said. "The training part was a proper drag — can't eat this, can't eat that. But it was nice putting myself through that challenge, going into the gym with a motive."

And while he may have plenty of connections in the style industry — including British Vogue EIC Edward Enninful and Dior menswear designer Kim Jones, not to mention his new model girlfriend Maya Henry — Payne said that his lack of design expertise has actually worked in his favor when it comes to creating his collection.

"When I ask questions [in Hugo meetings], I'm not asking them from a fashion-school kind of place; I'm not thinking about seams on jeans or things like that. But it works! Being 'fashion stupid' is working really well for me," he said with a laugh.

Seven Tattoo Shops Celebrating Friday the 13th With Killer Deals

Friday the 13th is once again upon us, and with it comes some of the best tattoo deals of the year. If you're eighteen and older with a valid ID and willing to pay cash and wait in line, new ink can be yours at a basement price. Here are some of the luckiest deals in Denver on this unlucky holiday. Don't forget to tip — and if there's a tip included, add a little more!

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Get a base tattoo for $13 and up from Marion Street's custom flash set, made specifically for Friday the 13th.

Courtesy of Marion Street Tattoo

Marion Street Tattoo9 a.m. to midnight2823 East Colfax AvenueOnce again, Marion Street Tattoo is offering a $13 black-and-white flash set, with a mandatory $7 tip, cash only. Add color for a slightly higher fee, and choose from a selection of small designs.

Once again this year, Certified offers Friday the 13th deals — but only at its Lakewood location.

Courtesy of Certified Tattoo

Certified Tattoo11 a.m. to 8 p.m.8025 West Colfax Avenue, LakewoodAll who stand in line until 8 p.m. will be guaranteed a new four-inch-by-four-inch or smaller tattoo for $20 from Certified Tattoo — but only at the company's Lakewood shop. While you wait, enjoy a bite from a food truck.

Just one artist will be celebrating Friday the 13th this year at Elevation.

Courtesy of Elevation Arts Tattoo & Piercing Studio

Elevation Arts Tattoo & Piercing Studio12 to 9 p.m.2260 South BroadwayOne artist will offer Friday the 13th deals at Elevation Arts. They will be based on a flash sheet, with a small option at $25 and a larger one at $35. For the health-conscious, the shop will be using vegan and organic ink.

Continuing the tradition, Crimson Hilt Tattoo will offer $13 tattoos all day on this Friday the 13th.

Courtesy of Crimson Hilt Tattoo

Crimson Hilt Tattoo10 a.m. to midnight2907 East Colfax AvenueIt's first come, first served this Friday at Crimson Hilt, which will offer tattoos starting at $13, with a mandatory $7 tip. Add color for an extra $10. Designs will be based on this year's flash sheet.

Ritual Tattoo & Gallery offers huge deals from six artists.

Courtesy of Ritual Tattoo & Gallery

Ritual Tattoo & Gallery10 a.m. to close4241 Jason StreetFlash and cash is the name of the game at Ritual Tattoo & Gallery this Friday, with deals from six artists ranging from $60 to $100. It's first come, first served. No design changes permitted.

Out in Aurora on Friday? No worries. Mad Alchemist has over 180 designs for you to choose from.

Courtesy of Mad Alchemist Tattoo & Piercing

Mad Alchemist Tattoo9 a.m. to close994 South Peoria, AuroraOffering over 180 designs, Mad Alchemist is charging only $31 — ha, get it? — for its Friday the 13th tattoos. It's first come, first served and walk-ins only.

Boulder's Metamorphosis offers two tattoos for $13 each on Friday the 13th.

Courtesy of Metamorphosis Tattoo Sideshow

Metamorphosis Tattoo SideshowNoon to 10 p.m.1325 Broadway, Suite 218, BoulderYou can get up to two $13 tattoos, with a $20 mandatory tip for your artist. Choose from a set of flash art, hand drawn for the day. It's first come, first served and at the Boulder location only.

You can even find deals on tattoo removal this Friday the 13th.

Courtesy of Wise Choice Tattoo Removal

And an extra for those who regret last year's Friday the 13th deal...

Wise Choice Tattoo Removal9 a.m. to 5 p.m.190 East 9th Avenue, Suite 220Wise Choice Tattoo Removal is a new business in Capitol Hill, offering its own deal this Friday for those who need to get rid of a past piece. For new clients, offerings start at just $13 per square inch — with deals going up from there. Make an appointment to ensure your spot in line, or walk in and risk a wait.

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Inmates getting a cut rate for tattoo removals

The Government won't be reviving a tattoo removal scheme in prisons, thanks to generous businesses.

A taxpayer-funded scheme was scrapped in 2006, after public outcry over the expensive removal of a violent white supremacist's tattoo.

The Government sought advice last year on how a scheme might work.

But tattoo removalists are now voluntarily subsidising services at some prisons — and Corrections hopes to expand that throughout the country.

Speaking exclusively to Newstalk ZB, Corrections Minister Kelvin Davis said it was wonderful: "We're happy with what's happening now, that each prison has their own regime, they work with local providers, those local providers will provide a subsidy out of the goodness of their hearts."

A briefing to Davis in May said many people in Corrections' care had highly offensive tattoos; of particular concern were those on the face, including full-face "war masks".

It also talked about the risk of infection and gang influence from in-prison tattooing.

"We know that having some tattoos, particularly on your face, particularly gang-related, or on your arms where they're visible, may be a barrier to achieving work," Davis said.

"We think it's appropriate that there is an opportunity for prisoners — if they wish — to have these tattoos removed, and help them reintegrate back into society and hopefully into work."

Davis was grateful to businesses for charging inmates as little as one sixth of the market rate. He had seen reports of one session usually costing as much as $300 — but prisoners were charged about $50 per session.

Davis also spoke of the importance of prisoners paying for it and his hope they'd be less likely to get more tattoos.

"For a prisoner to come up with $50 a session is a lot of money for them, and it just means — excuse the pun — they've got skin in the game."

Corrections says removing a tattoo can take six to eight sessions, and up to six weeks between sessions, meaning the process can take a year.

Prison directors have been advised to develop tattoo prevention plans, as part of a wider gang management strategy.

And work is under way to educate prisoners about the risk of contracting diseases such as HIV and hepatitis through unhygienic tattooing.

Corrections says prisons provide administrative support to local tattoo removalists who subsidise their services, and such partnerships are being developed across the prison network.

As of February 1, tattoo-removal programmes were active at Auckland Prison, Auckland South Corrections Facility, Spring Hill Corrections Facility and Waikeria Prison.

Programmes were being developed at Hawke's Bay, Invercargill and Whanganui Prisons, and Otago Corrections Facility. Talks were under way at four other sites.

The Corrections Amendment Bill now going through Parliament would result in prisoners being punished for inking each other and themselves or for consenting to receiving a tattoo from another prisoner.

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