After getting a tattoo, you should clean and moisturize it twice a day for the first week. You should also avoid going in the sun since sunlight can fade the ink in new tattoos. It takes about two ...

You may think that your work is done once you’ve grimaced through all the needling, but that’s just the beginning when you get a tattoo! You’ll want to use one of these best lotions for tattoo ...

Advice on tattoo aftercare is plentiful, and sometimes confusing. Tattoo artists and dermatologists weigh in on what you should do. By Isabella Kwai The new tattoo may be of an unfurling script, a ...

Celebrity tattoo artist Sahil Bali addresses common misconceptions about tattoos. He emphasises safe practices and proper ...

Ahead, the artist with nearly a decade of experience under her belt answers all our burning questions — and sets the record straight about some controversial practices. First things first: Let’s talk ...

Thinking about a first tattoo? The unknowns are the hardest part. This guide takes the mystery out of preparation, pain, and ...

Tattoo aftercare is one of the most important parts of the whole process of getting inked—second maybe only to deciding what you want permanently on your body. New York Dermatologist Dr. Dhaval ...

Getting new ink is an exciting time — you likely can’t wait to show off your new body art. However, it’s important to remember that the process of getting a tattoo involves literal wounding of your ...

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