Complete This Self-Interview Before You Get a Tattoo You’ve decided—it’s time to brave the needle and get that much-awaited tattoo. Whether it’s your first or nth session, selecting a design is only half the battle. Beyond the notion of permanence is whether you’ll love showing off your piece in ten, […]
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Once you walk out of a tattoo shop with a brand new sleeve or half-back piece, your artist is no longer responsible for how it’ll look in the long run. A reliable technician will relay detailed aftercare information that begins as soon as you sit up off your seat. With […]
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Before you perform a thorough search for the word “pain” in this guide, we’ll be the first to let you know that yes—all tattoos hurt! Yet, blood, needles, and ink are what you sacrifice for a stunning piece of art on your body. Next to design selection, most tattoo newbies […]
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A few years have passed, and your sleeve isn’t looking as vibrant as it once was. Lines are broken, and whites are a little duller. After several years, you can’t expect your piece to look as bright as it did after walking fresh out of a tattoo shop. Why tattoos […]
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If you’re walking into a tattoo shop for the first time, the buzzing of equipment and under-the-breath curses from rookies can be intimidating. However, if you find yourself amid individuals inked from head to toe, there’s likely a reason you’re around. Whether it’s to commemorate a life-changing event or are […]
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Faded Ink: Everything You Need to Know About Tattoo Touch-Ups Some sleeve savants will liken tattoo touch-ups to art restoration. Much like a decades-old oil painting, tattoos fade with time or don’t always heal the way you want them. Even reputable studios and trained artists will come across their fair […]
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Let’s face it. As you grow old, your tattoo will age alongside you—but it doesn’t mean skimping on your aftercare routine. Whether a pinprick of your partner’s initials or a full-back piece of your favorite mythological creature, tattoo aftercare is essential to keeping your ink vibrant and long-lasting. From needle […]
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Getting a tattoo can be a freeing, exciting, yet nerve-wracking experience, especially for first-timers. If you plan to get your first tattoo, you surely have several questions in your head right now. That’s a good sign, as it means that you are concerned about the whole process, and you are […]
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Making a Splash: Swimming With Your New Tattoo New tattoos and avid swimmers, unfortunately, don’t make for an ideal pair. When it comes to fresh ink, water is a definite no-no. Often the leading cause for infections or losing ink, swimming is an activity you’ll have to be willing to […]
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No longer is the question, “Does it hurt?” but “How much does it hurt?” If you’ve never donned a sleeve of ink, tattoo placement can be a challenging conclusion to come to. High-alert pain points on the body lack a cushion of muscle and fat, allowing needles to penetrate thinner […]
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