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How to Tell if You're Having a Reaction to Second-Skin Bandages
The modern "second-skin" bandage (like Saniderm) has revolutionized the tattoo healing stages. It offers a low-maintenance, protected, and often faster heal. But for a small number of people, the experience isn't...
A Guide to Tattoos and Skin Conditions like Rosacea
Deciding to get a tattoo is a big step, but if you live with a chronic and sensitive skin condition like rosacea, the decision can feel even more complex. You...
What to Do if You Feel Faint or Nauseous During a Tattoo
You're in the chair for your tattoo appointment. You're excited, but as the session goes on, you start to feel a little... off. Your head feels light, your stomach feels...
Can You Get a Tattoo if You're on Blood Thinners? A Safety Guide
You're excited about your upcoming tattoo appointment. But you're also taking a prescribed blood thinner like Warfarin, or even a daily low-dose aspirin for your health. This leads to a...
Is It Safe to Get a Tattoo if You Have an Autoimmune Disease?
For millions of people living with an autoimmune disease like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, or psoriasis, the decision to get a tattoo is more complex than just choosing a...
Can You Get a Tattoo on a Sunburn? A Critical Safety Warning
You have a tattoo appointment that you've been looking forward to for weeks. But a day or two before, you make a critical mistake—you get a sunburn on the exact...
A Guide to Getting a Tattoo Reworked or Refreshed
You have a tattoo that has seen better days. Perhaps it was a great piece in its time, but now, after years of sun and life, it's faded and blurry....
Does Dry Skin Make Tattoos Look Faded? A Guide to Vibrancy
You have a tattoo that you love, but lately, you've noticed it just doesn't have the same "pop" it used to. The blacks seem a bit muted, the colors aren't...
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...
Can You Use Retinol or Vitamin C Serums Over Healed Tattoos?
You've invested in two important things: the beautiful art on your skin, and the high-quality skincare products designed to keep that skin looking youthful and healthy. It's only natural to...
How to Keep Fine-Line Tattoos from Blurring Over Time: A Longevity Guide
Fine-line tattoos are the epitome of elegance and detail in the tattoo world. Their delicate, intricate nature is what makes them so beautiful. But this same delicacy is also their...
Does a Tattoo Look Different on Pale vs. Tan Skin? A Guide to Vibrancy
You have a beautiful tattoo, and you want it to look its best at all times. But you may have noticed that the appearance of your ink seems to change....