Despite a gloomy economy and failing industries around the corner, tattoo
removal is said to be booming in the Big Apple. New York City based
dermatologists have been saying they are finding a growing number of
patients seeking out body-ink removal. Most agree that an increase in
competitiveness in the job market is inciting much of the popularity, as
more jobless are vying for coveted positions where employers may look down
upon tattoos.

The United Press International said, "People can't afford to handicap
themselves because of a tattoo in a tight job market," Rand said. "We're
seeing a huge surge right now in people getting rid of their tattoos." Mercy
College graduate student Mobeen Yasin admitted he was concerned how the
script tattoo around his neck might look to potential employers."

This increase in removal popularity also may have to do with the so-called
boom in tattoos among the younger demographics. As more people get body-art,
within a few years removal is likely to happen, especially with over 45
million Americans who have at least one tattoo.

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