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.
Can You Get a Tattoo If You Have Psoriasis?
Find out what, why, and how to deal with scabs on your new tattoo. Get advice, including information on aftercare, healing, and scab-formation.
What to Do When Your Tattoo Is Scabbing
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.
My New Tattoo Is Swollen, Red and Bruised—Is This Normal?
Is your new tattoo developing scabs? Read this article to learn more about how to deal with them and avoid damaging your new tattoo.
Is Scabbing Normal on My New Tattoo?
Is your new tattoo developing scabs? Need to know how to deal with them and avoid damaging your new tattoo? Then read this!
How to Deal With Scabbing on Your Tattoo
Your new tattoo doesn't feel or look 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 My New Tattoo Infected? What Should I Do About It?
A must-read for anyone thinking of getting—or about to get—a tattoo. Here's a list of all the positive and negative aspects of getting a tattoo.
The Real Pros and Cons of Face and Body Tattoos
Tattoo inks are not regulated by the FDA despite increasing evidence of negative short-term and long-term effects, including skin cancer and auto-immune disorders.
The Toxic Effects and Health Risks of Tattoos
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.
The Signs of an Infected Tattoo and How to Care for It
Especially after getting your first tattoo, you'll want to make sure that the healing process is going well. Learn to identify signs of developing scars and how to treat and prevent them.
How to Minimize Tattoo Scarring and Signs of Problems
Are you just dying to scratch your new, itchy tattoo? Don't do it! Hold out a bit longer and make an informed scratch.
My New Tattoo Is Itchy—Can I Scratch It?
If a tattoo becomes infected, it will typically happen after you leave the tattoo studio. It is very rarely the artist's fault. Infections can be viral or bacterial, but most tend to be bacterial and are easily prevented.
How to Help Prevent a Tattoo Infection
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.
Tattoos Gone Wrong