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Can You Get a Tattoo While Breastfeeding? A Guide to the Risks
Becoming a new parent is a monumental life event, and many people want to commemorate this journey with a new tattoo—a permanent symbol of their love for their child. But...
What to Do if You Have an Allergic Reaction to Tattoo Ink: A Safety Guide
You're a few weeks into healing a new tattoo, and something just doesn't seem right. While you were prepared for the normal stages of tattoo healing, you're experiencing a level of...
A Guide to Vegan Tattoo Ink and Aftercare: What to Know
For a growing number of people, a vegan lifestyle extends beyond their diet and into every aspect of their life, from the clothes they wear to the products they use....
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,...
How to Find a Great Tattoo Artist While Traveling: A Guide to Getting Inked on the Road
Getting a tattoo while traveling is a unique way to capture the memory of a place and a time in your life. It's the ultimate souvenir. But when you're in...
What is a "Blast-Over" Tattoo? A Guide to the Layered Look
In the world of tattooing, there are many ways to deal with an old piece of ink you no longer love. For years, the main option was a dense cover-up....
How to Combine Different Tattoo Styles into One Sleeve: A Collector's Guide
You're a true collector. Your arm is a canvas telling multiple stories—a bold American Traditional piece from one artist, a delicate fine-line script from another, and a small black and...
How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting a Tattoo: A Guide to a Successful Conversation
You've done your research, you've saved your money, and you've decided you are ready for your first tattoo. There's just one huge hurdle left to clear: talking to your parents about...
How to Shave With a New Leg or Arm Tattoo: A Safety Guide
You're a week or two into your tattoo healing stages, and the hair on your arm or leg is starting to grow back over your new art. The urge to "clean...
A Guide to Script and Lettering Tattoos: The Art of the Word
Words are powerful. They can capture a memory, a philosophy, a name, or a feeling in a way that no image can. It's no surprise that script and lettering tattoos...
How to Design a Tattoo That Flows With Your Body: An Artist's Guide
You're in the planning stages of your next tattoo, thinking about the subject matter, the style, and the size. But there's one crucial, often-overlooked element that can elevate a good...
How to Choose a Color Palette for Your Tattoo: A Complete Guide
You're working with your artist, and you've landed on the perfect design. Now comes one of the most exciting parts of the creative process: choosing the color palette. The colors...