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Modern Tattoo Aftercare: A Guide to Best Practices

Traditionally, tattoo artists have provided a basic set of guidelines for aftercare:

Avoid picking scabs.
Clean with antibacterial soap.
Moisturize with recommended products, like Aquaphor (though Aquaphor isn’t universally recommended).
Refrain from swimming.
While these are general guidelines for wound healing, they may not be all-encompassing for every individual, given the diversity of skin types and lifestyles.

Ep. 13 – Shanna Goodwin

This week we go over some light history with Shanna Godwin, and art historian with focuses on tattoo stuff!

Ep. 12 – Dan Henk

This week we talk to Dian Henk, author, artist, and all around good guy. By golly, he’s a true gem.

Ep. 10 – Ben Shaw

Ben Shaw and I from the APT sit down to discuss regulations. It’s not really about the history but it does have something historical attached to it.

Ep. 9 – Matt Lodder

This episode features Matt Lodder, Ph.D. Art Historian from the University of Essex in the UK.

Ep. 8 – Po Zhang

This week Rian talks with Po Zhang, a master tattooer with a unique understanding of global tattooing.

Ep. 7 – Steve Peace

This week, Rian talks with Steve Peace – the owner of Immaculate Concept tattoo in Calgary, Alberta Canada.

Ep.6 – Damon Conklin

On the show this week, Damon Conklin. Not only does he have an interesting history in tattooing, but he also slays the critiques! We talk about his origin, ego, influence, and how he sold Afroskulls to nazis.

Ep. 5 – Gabe Ripley

On the show today, we talk to Gabe Ripley. He’s a tech geek who owned one of the most successful shops at the turn of millennia.

Ep 2 – Margo Demello

Margo talks to us about tattooing in the 90s and how different things were back then.