Derek Cladek asked: When you have decided that you really want a tattoo and you know of a tattoo artist you might use then the next step is choosing on a tattoo design you like. From this time on is where the hard work starts. Looking for the tattoo shop is the easy part but [...]
Kelvin Ho asked: A fresh tattoo is more or less an open wound so it requires the right aftercare so that it can heal properly. Each stage of the healing process means that the tattoo will need a different sort of caring method. Tattoos should be kept clean at all costs and should be exposed [...]
Maria John asked: Thousands of individuals each year undergo tattoo removal procedures after eventually regret having them. After the initial excitement and thrill, a large number of people realize that they have committed a blunder and want the tattoo removed. Tattoo removal has now become a million dollar business. There are various ways to get [...]
WisdomAngel asked: I have had my tattoo for a week, and it is doing beautifully! I have diligently followed the aftercare instructions my artist provided. My question is pertaining the use of sunscreen. The tattoo has peeled and is now sort of grainy/dry, but very clean, to look at. I have NO [...]
Maria John asked: The word “tattoo” comes from the Tahitian word tattau; meaning, to mark. It has been around for ages. Tattoos have been found on Ice Age remains and Egyptian mummies. More than 20 million Americans have one or more tattoos.
Just as the demand for getting tattoos has increased, so has the demand [...]
ThreadBanger asked:
This week Threadheads is gettin inked up. After meeting tattoo artist Larcus at the Stitch Rock craft fair, Rob decided it was time to get his first one. We head to Larcus’s shop for an interview and a tattoo plus take a look at all the cool videos and projects you threadheads have [...]
Art Nahshon asked: In this generation, there is no arguing that tattoos are among the coolest things; it makes one more popular, more interesting, and it gives you a certain boost in confidence as you go around town sporting it, or even when nobody sees it. Although, there still are negative issues about having tattoos, [...]
MindStorm asked: Hey. I plan on getting my first tattoo soon and am very excited and a little nervous. What should I expect when getting my tattoo? What should I do before? What is it like, your opinion? What about aftercare tips? I dance (ballet and jazz dance) and sweat, is that okay for my [...]
Jon T asked: I just got a new tattoo, and I read alot of articles about tattoo aftercare, there is no definite procedure.
I recently bought Skin Repair by rosken, and it contains alcohol and fragrance. I heard you cant put it on a new tattoo.
Why?Lava Books