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A Guide to Healing Tattoos in a Cold, Dry Climate
Many seasoned tattoo collectors will tell you that the cooler, less sunny months are the best time to get new ink. With less sun exposure and fewer temptations like swimming,...
A Guide to Healing Tattoos with a "Second Skin" or Adhesive Bandage
The world of tattoo aftercare has been revolutionized by a modern, medical-grade approach: the transparent, adhesive "second-skin" bandage. Known by popular brand names like Saniderm or Tegaderm, this method offers a...
Does a Second Tattoo Session Hurt More Than the First?
You've successfully completed the first session of your new large-scale tattoo. The outline is down, and you're booked to go back in a few weeks to start the shading and...
Does Your Menstrual Cycle Affect Tattoo Pain? An Honest Guide
You've had your tattoo appointment booked for months. You're excited, you've planned your design, but as the date approaches, you realize your period is scheduled to arrive at the same...
A Guide to Managing Pain for Tattoos Near Your Armpit
When planning a sleeve or a large chest piece, there's a certain zone that even the most seasoned tattoo collectors approach with respect and a little bit of fear: the...
A Guide to Back-to-Back Tattoo Sessions and Pain Management
You're a dedicated collector, and you're ready to make some serious progress on your body suit. Maybe you have an artist in town for a limited time, or you're traveling...
How to Manage Tattoo Pain Without Numbing Cream
You're getting ready for a new tattoo, and you're committed to experiencing the process as naturally as possible. While numbing creams are an incredibly effective tool, some people prefer to...
Inner Wrist Tattoo Pain: A Survival Guide
The inner wrist is a classic, popular, and deeply personal spot for a tattoo. It's the perfect canvas for a meaningful word, a significant date, or a delicate symbol that...
Do Cover-Up Tattoos Hurt More Than the Original?
You're ready to transform an old tattoo you no longer love into a new piece of art. It's an exciting decision, but as you prepare for the session, a familiar...
How to Prepare for a Tattoo on a Bony Area: A Survival Guide
You're planning a new tattoo on one of the most striking and popular placements—the ribs, the sternum, the spine, the feet, or the collarbone. These areas are the perfect canvas...
How to Properly Remove an Adhesive Tattoo Bandage (like Saniderm)
You're a few days into the tattoo healing stages, and you've been healing with a modern "second-skin" adhesive bandage. It's done its job of protecting your new art, and now it's...
What to Do if Your Tattoo Wrap Leaks (The "Ink Sac" Problem)
You're a day or two into healing your new tattoo with a "second-skin" adhesive bandage like Saniderm. You notice a dark, watery bubble forming under the wrap. This is the...