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Which Tattoo Colors Fade The Fastest?

Getting a tattoo is more than just walking into the shop and going under the gun. The design, location, and colors that you choose will make the difference between a piece that looks vibrant and sharp for years to come, and one that fades into something that’s barely recognizable. One of the biggest mistakes you

Here’s Why Your Tattoo Faded So Much

Everyone who gets a tattoo goes into the shop knowing that how it looks at the end of the session is the most sharp and vibrant it's ever going to look. Once healed, work done by a talented, professional tattoo artist will still look fresh and vivid, but from that point on, other factors play

Realistic Temporary Tattoos Are More Popular Than Ever

Thirty percent of Americans have at least one tattoo. For the rest of the population, there's been the option of a temporary version for at least a century. But it's just recently that fleeting tattoos have become a varied and nuanced art form much like their permanent counterparts. Many companies now collaborate on designs with

Melanin Should Not Be an Obstacle for Tattoo Artists

Deciding on a tattoo can be tricky. The design, the placement, the size — all of these decisions are critical. But the decision that is arguably the most crucial is choosing your tattoo artist. And for Black and brown people, specifically those with dark skin, this decision can prove to be the most difficult due

7 Signs Your New Tattoo Is Infected

New tattoos always carry the risk of infection. Of course, doing your homework and getting inked at a reputable tattoo shop can help mitigate the chances of your tattoo becoming infected. Below, dermatologists share how to care for your skin after you get a tattoo, how to tell if your tattoo is infected, and what

Woman embraces mastectomy scars with stunning tattoo

A breast cancer survivor has had an epic tattoo inked across her mastectomy scars in a bid to embrace her new body. Wendy Dresner, 54, from Leeds, went under the needle two years after her double mastectomy, after deciding it was time to celebrate her scars and transform her body into an incredible piece of