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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…
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How Does Melanin Affect Tattoo Pigments?
Melanin Absorbs Light Energy That Makes Tattoo Pigments Shine. It Happens Twice, As Pigment Goes Into And Then Back Out Of The Skin.
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Is Laser Tattoo Removal Safe?
Laser Tattoo Removal May Seem Like A Good Idea But The Truth Is That It May Not Be As Safe As You Assume It Is.
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How To Successfully Accomplish a Cover Up Tattoo
In the previous article, we covered some fundamental theories necessary to understand how to approach a cover-up tattoo. In this article, I overview the application process for a cover-up tattoo and how best to heal these procedures. Setting a Stencil Over a Cover-Up Tattoo. Most cover-up tattoos I have dealt with over the years are…
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Getting Started With a Cover Up Tattoo
In the previous article, we discussed how to get ready for a cover-up tattoo. In this article, we are going to discuss cover-up tattoo theory, specifically, how the pigment in the skin reacts when undergoing a cover-up tattoo. A Cover-Up Tattoo Has Pigment Already in the Skin. People wouldn’t request a cover-up tattoo if there…
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How to Plan For a Successful Cover Up Tattoo
So, many folks think that cover-up tattoos are an impossibility. To be honest, sometimes they are! But I remember some crazy projects over the years that seemed impossible because I wasn’t looking at the potential in a way that focused on the result. I kept thinking, “Oh my God. How am I going to tackle…
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How To Clean And Remove Tattoo Stencil Ink From The Skin.
That Crispy Stencil You Just Placed Needs To Be Moved A Quarter Inch? Well, Let Us Show You A Couple f Tricks To Make It Less Of A Pain.
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How To Control Ink Flow In Tattooing.
Pigment Is A Viscous Substance And Can Affect Your Tattooing If You Don’t Know How To Control Its Flow. Learn More In This Video.
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Common Reasons Why Tattoo Ink Won’t Flow Out Of A Tube.
Pigment Is A Viscous Substance And Can Affect Your Tattooing If You Don’t Know How To Control Its Flow. Learn More In This Video.
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Ask Better Tattooing: How Deep Does A Tattoo Go Into The Skin?
Let’s Answer Some Questions! Where Does A Tattoo Get Implanted In The Skin? Into The Dermis. Learn Why In This Article.
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What Is Quality Control, and Why You Should Check Your Tattoo Needles?
Every tattoo needle that is made (by machine or hand) has to go through a process called Quality Control. Do You Know How Well Made Your Tattoo Needles Are?
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Tattoo Aftercare, Why You Need It, Where It Came From, And The Right Way To Do It.
Let’s Start With A Couple of Videos: Ok, so there is a place to add some explanations to the things I will write here. If you have any questions, please feel free to write in, and I will do my best to answer them! Onto the typing!! Is Aftercare Magic? Aftercare is not a magic…
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Don’t Shave Before Getting a Tattoo!
You shouldn’t shave before getting a tattoo because any cut will make it impossible to do the procedure!
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How To Take Care Of An Infected Tattoo
Learning How To Treat An Infected Tattoo Can Literally Save Your Life. Learn What To Look For And Why Your Doctor Is Important In This Article.
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How To Prepare The Skin So You Can Apply a Tattoo Stencil
Placing A Tattoo Stencil Is Necessary For A Quality Tattoo. Learn How To Do It Right By Reading This Article.
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Is It Safe To Get Tattooed While You Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding?
Getting A Tattoo While Pregnant Could Result In Harm To A Fetus… Not Just From Infection But Also From Increased Cortisol Levels. Learn More About Pregnancy And Tattoos In This Article.
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How To Quickly Shade A Tattoo – Plus What A Dispersion Is.
A Dispersion In Tattooing Is Pigment That Is Suspended At Different Concentrations. We Cover This Topic As Well As A General Shading Hack.
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Ask Better Tattooing: What Do I Need To Consider Before Getting A Tattoo?
Communication Is The Most Important Thing Between A Tattoo Artist And Their Clientele. If You Don’t Have It, Things Can Fall Apart.
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Ask Better Tattooing: How Young Is Too Young To Get A Tattoo?
When Is Someone Too Young To Get A Tattoo? Science Shows Us A Teenage Brain Takes More Risks, But Is That Enough To Not Get A Tattoo?
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Why Are Large Grouping Tattoo Needles Hard To Use?
In This video We Cover Large Grouping Tattoo Needles, Why They Are Difficult To Use, And A Couple Of Tricks To Help You Use Them.
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The Science Behind White Ink And Tattooing: Does It Last?
What Is Up WIth White Ink Tattoos? Are They Safe And Do They Last? Learn About This Widely Appreciated Tattoo Style In This Article.
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Ask Better Tattooing: Can You Tattoo Over A Henna Tattoo?
Henna Tattoos Are Popular, But Can You Tattoo Over One That Is Freshly Done? You Can, But You Shouldn’t Do It. Learn Why In This Article.
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Ask Better Tattooing: How Do I Protect a Healing Tattoo While Working A Labor Job?
If You Have A Fresh Tattoo And Need To Keep It Safe, We Got You Covered! Well, “You” Will Have You Covered With This 1 Tip. Check It Out.
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Warning Signs That a Tattoo Shop Is Dirty.
Keep yourself safe by learning how to spot a dirty tattoo shop.
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Titanium Dioxide – Pigment Chemistry
Learn About The Safety And Uses Of Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) In Tattoo Pigments. Is This Additive Safe For Use In Tattoos?
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