No Pain Tattoo News & Tips: Numbing, Aftercare & Tattoo Advice
A Guide to Aftercare for Tattoos with a Lot of White Ink
Of course. White ink is notoriously difficult to heal well, and a guide that provides a specialized aftercare strategy is a perfect way to help your customers protect their delicate...
Can You Go to the Gym or Work Out While a Tattoo is Peeling?
You're about a week into the tattoo healing stages, and your new art has officially started to peel. You're also getting antsy and want to get back to your workout routine....
What to Do if You Get a Cold or Flu While Your Tattoo is Healing
You're a week into the tattoo healing stages, and you've been diligent with your aftercare. But then, you start to feel it—a scratchy throat, a stuffy nose, and the general misery...
When to Skip the Wrap: 5 Signs an Adhesive Bandage Isn't for You
Modern "second-skin" or adhesive bandages have become a go-to for many artists and clients, and for good reason. When they work, they offer a protected, low-maintenance, and often faster heal....
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 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...
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...