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'Tis the Season to be Tattooed
Most people don't think about getting tattoos until they start wearing less clothing in the summer, but the cool weather of fall and winter are actually the best time to get your artwork done.

Tattoo & Piercing Aftercare Contradictions
Why there are so many different tattoo care products and forms of aftercare advice, as well as information on how to know who you should listen to.

Is it Wise to Get Someone's Name Tattooed on You?
If you're thinking of getting someone's name tattooed on your body, there are some things you need to consider no matter how much you think you will love them forever.

What Makes a Good Tattoo Artist
If you think you have what it takes to become a tattoo artist, take a look at these requirements and see if you truly have the skills to meet up.

Flash Faux Pas and Tattoo Etiquette
Too many people are lazy when it comes to choosing their tattoo design. They rely too heavily on flash and will pick something right off the wall in a matter of minutes because they like it.

Tattoos - How Much Do They Really Hurt?
How much does getting a tattoo really hurt? Find out how to put the pain into perspective and overcome needle fear.

Why Minors Shouldn't Get Tattoos & Piercings
If you're underage and wanting a tattoo or piercing, this is why you really just ought to wait until you're old enough.

Do Body Piercings Set Off Metal Detectors?
Coming across a security metal detector can be ominous if you have piercings you don't want anyone else to know about. What are the chances your piercing will set off the alarm?

Tattoos: No Hands, No Feet, No Face – Why?
Many studios have policies against doing tattoos on the hands, feet or face. Some artists feel strongly enough about it to turn down potential business by refusing to do this type of tattoo. But what is the big deal?

Itchy, Raised Tattoos
Help in pinpointing the cause of itchy, bumpy and raised tattoos and how to alleviate the discomfort.

When Professionals Become Sexual Abusers
When a genital piercing procedure turns into a sexual violation, what do you do?

Bullsh&#! - Semi-Permanent Tattoos
Despite the rumors that there is a kind of semi-permanent tattoo that only lasts a few months or years, it's nothing more than a scam.

 
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