Tattoo Problems

Most tattoos will become infected after you leave the tattoo studio. It is very rarely the artists fault. Infections can be viral or bacterial, but most tend to be bacterial and are easily prevented. Some viral infections you can get from the...

Especially after getting your first tattoo, you'll want to make sure that the healing process is going well. Find out about the signs of developing scars and how to treat and prevent them.

Tattoo inks are not regulated by the FDA, despite increasing evidence of short-term and long-term effects, including skin cancer and auto-immune disorders.

Are you experiencing swelling and bruising of your new tattoo? Are you concerned that it's not healing correctly? Read this article for information on the body's healing process with your new tattoo.

Have you got a bad tattoo? Tattoo gone wrong? What can I do about my bad tattoo? How to avoid getting a bad tattoo and what to do when you do.

Your new tattoo doesn't feel right and you're concerned you may have an infection. Learn the symptoms of an infected tattoo and find out how to deal with it.

Is your new tattoo developing scabs? Read this article to learn more about how to deal with them and avoid damaging your new tattoo.

Get rid of your infected tattoo fast!

An awesome-looking tattoo can unfortunately turn into a big infected mess. Read on to learn the symptoms of infection and how to treat it.

Are you just dying to scratch your new, itchy tattoo? Don't do it! Hold out a bit longer and make an informed scratch.

Is your new tattoo developing scabs? Need to know how to deal with them and avoid damaging your new tattoo? Then read this!

Psoriasis sufferers are already self-conscious about their inflamed red skin patches, but how tattoo artists really feel about putting their needles into these affected areas may surprise you.

Get advice on your tattoo, including information on aftercare, healing, and scab forming. Find out what, why, and how to deal with scabs on your new tattoo.