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Blackwork vs. Black and Grey Tattoos: A Guide to the Styles
You're scrolling for inspiration, and you know you want a tattoo without color. You're drawn to the timeless, classic look of black ink. But as you look deeper, you realize...
A Guide to Getting a Tattoo if You Have Diabetes
For the millions of people living with diabetes, the desire to get a tattoo can come with a host of extra questions and concerns. Is it safe? Will it heal...
Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreen: What's Best for Your Tattoos?
You know that sun protection is the single most important rule for the long-term health and vibrancy of your tattoos. But when you're standing in the sunscreen aisle, the choices...
Eat Your Ink Better: 5 Nutrients for a More Vibrant Tattoo
You've invested in the best artist and the best aftercare, but did you know that one of the most powerful tools for a vibrant, beautifully healed tattoo is on your...
How to Protect Your Tattoos in a Chlorine Pool: A Complete Guide
You have a beautiful tattoo, and you're ready to enjoy a day at the pool. But as you're about to dive in, you pause and look at your art. Is...
A Guide to Preventing Your Black Tattoos From Fading
A bold, black tattoo is a powerful statement. When it's fresh, the ink is a deep, saturated, and absolute black. The goal for any collector is to keep it that...
A Beginner's Guide to the Most Popular Tattoo Styles
When you first decide, "what tattoo should I get?" the subject matter is only half the battle. The other, equally important decision is the style in which it will be...
Tattoos and Body Transformation: A Strategic Guide
Getting a tattoo is a way to celebrate your body. For many, that celebration coincides with a personal transformation, like a weight loss journey or a new commitment to building...
The Best Skincare Routine for People with Full Sleeves
A full sleeve is the ultimate expression of a commitment to tattoo art. It's a walking, breathing gallery, a cohesive masterpiece that has taken countless hours and a significant investment...
The Art of Preservation: 5 Rules for Keeping Tattoos Vibrant for Decades
A tattoo is one of the few things you will own for your entire life. It's a permanent investment in art, memory, and personal expression. When it's fresh, the lines...
The Godfather of Flash: Who Was Sailor Jerry?
When you walk into a tattoo shop and see the walls covered in bold, iconic designs—swallows, skulls, pin-up girls, and majestic eagles—you are looking at the legacy of one man:...
What to Do if You Don't Like Your Tattoo Design: A Client's Guide
It’s a moment of pure awkwardness. You're at your tattoo consultation, and your artist shows you the custom design they've created. Your heart sinks. It's just not what you wanted....