If you're toying with the idea of getting a tattoo, there's essentially two routes you can take. You love an image, word, or ...

Thinking about getting inked? Hold that thought for just a second! Getting a tattoo is a huge deal—it’s basically permanent ...

Getting a tattoo can be an exciting, meaningful experience, but as with any procedure, especially those involving needles, you’ll have to follow some rules to ensure the best outcome for your fresh ...

As we age, skin changes, chronic health conditions, and medications can affect how tattoos heal and raise the risk of infection. Older adults need to consider the health risks before getting tattoos.

Tattoo ink stays with you for life. Researchers are now asking how these pigments interact with the immune system and whether ...

This tattoo trend could be ink-redibly dangerous. More people are getting tattoos under anesthesia, but medical experts warn against this risky tactic — at least one man has already died while doing ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. At 65, Sandee Althouse has gotten 17 tattoos in five months, turning to ink as self-care as her husband battles a ...

This story was featured in The Must Read, a newsletter in which our editors recommend one can’t-miss story every weekday. Sign up here to get it in your inbox. The worst part of getting a tattoo ...

Judy Dede, aka "Tat Granny," has gone viral. A grandmother’s wish to get her first tattoo on a whim has turned into a series of viral videos on TikTok, earning her the nickname "Tat Granny." Judy Dede ...

There’s no clear-cut answer written in ob-gyn stone somewhere, but experts tend to agree that no, it’s not ideal to get a tattoo while pregnant. “Most dermatology and OB experts advise against getting ...

Using lasers to remove tattoos comes with some risks. Skin that bore the tattoo can be left lighter than surrounding skin. There also can be temporary scarring, infection, redness or soreness, ...