No Pain Tattoo News & Tips: Numbing, Aftercare & Tattoo Advice
Can You Put Sunscreen on a New Tattoo? (A Crucial Guide to Sun Safety)
It's a gorgeous mid-August afternoon. The sun is out, you're heading outside to enjoy it, and you're excited to show off your fresh new tattoo. Before you walk out the...
How Do Tattoo Blowouts Happen? A Deep Dive Into the Science
You're admiring your new tattoo in the days after your appointment. The initial swelling is going down, and the design is settling in. But then you notice something unsettling. A...
Can You Get a Tattoo If You Have Eczema? A Guide to Getting Inked Safely
Living with eczema means being extra thoughtful and careful about what you put on your skin. You become an expert in reading ingredient labels and avoiding potential triggers. So when...
Can You Get a Tattoo While Sick with a Cold?
The day you've been eagerly waiting for is finally here—your tattoo appointment. You've had it on the calendar for months, you've saved up, and you're excited about your design. But...
How Do You Know If Your Tattoo is Infected? 5 Red Flags to Watch For
Your new tattoo is red, it’s warm to the touch, and it’s definitely a little bit sore. For the first few days of healing, this is completely normal. After all,...
Is It Normal for a New Tattoo to Crack While Healing?
You’re about a week into healing your new tattoo. The initial swelling and tenderness have subsided, and your skin is starting to peel and flake off in colored specks, like...
What Causes Tattoo Blowout and Can It Be Fixed?
You’ve just gotten a new tattoo, and you're excited to watch it heal. But as the days pass, you notice something unsettling. The sharp, crisp lines you saw in the...
The Ultimate Guide to Stick and Poke Tattoos: Fading, Safety, and Aftercare
Long before I founded No Pain Tattoo, my own tattoo journey began with a single needle. I was 15 years old, on a hike with a friend to the top...