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Generational Trends in Tattooing

Time passes, and with it the fads and trends that accompany each decade revolve in and out of the background. However, they say that everything old becomes new again, and that often becomes obvious as our kids start showing up in our old, thrift store cast offs thinking they are the next big thing. The same is true of body art. Just like blue jeans, tattoo styles have changed through the years, but they are still a classic staple. 
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There’s nothing good about war, though it’s a necessary evil. World War II was fairly popular, as wars go and there was no shortage of men lining up to enlist. The Lady Luck tattoo was widespread among the military men. She was beautiful, and appeared in all stages of dress, surrounded by lucky talismans like four leaf clovers, eight balls and rabbit’s feet. She was believed to bring luck to the wearer, and who needs luck if not a soldier on his way to war? The Lady Luck was not particular to any one branch of the military. 
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Generally speaking, service tattoos mark an entire generation, whether it’s bluebirds on the chest of a sailor, an anchor on his forearm, or Simper Fi on the shoulder of a marine, they’re a proud symbol of his service. Today’s armed forces still participate in the rich tradition of military tattooing, but due to the chronological gaps between wars that the current generation has been blessed with, the military no longer makes up as significant a part of the population as it has in times past. 
 
Previous generations held tattoos at a distance and perpetuated the stigma associated with them. Body art (it probably wasn’t widely considered art back then) was somewhat taboo for mainstream society. Tattoos were only for certain groups of people, like bikers, tramps and convicts. So, it’s probable that more risqué designs, like nude or topless women were done more often, because the people getting them were already outcast, and didn’t have to conform to social politeness because no one really expected it of them anyhow. 
 
While nude tattoos definitely still happen, more and more people are opting for more modest and less visible body art. This trend is probably supported by the fact that tattooing isn’t confined to such specific segments of the population. Today, there’s a host of doctors, lawyers, accountants and other professionals who want to get their ink done, but don’t want to risk hindering their employment options, or need to comply with a dress code or a particular image. 
 
In the 1990s and early 2000s, <a href="http://allabouttattoo.info/products" target="_blank">tribal tattoos</a> reached the height of their popularity. Contrary to popular belief, theirs really nothing ethnically significant about such designs, other than they are loosely inspired by the elaborate tattooing practiced by the people of the Polynesian islands. Tribal tattoos are characterized by heavy, bold black lines in patterns that often feature prominent jagged points. 
 
There was a time when women didn’t ever get tattooed, especially nice, respectable ones. My, how times have changed. Not only do ladies get inked, but all kinds of ladies get inked. The lower-back tattoo has been an overly popular choice for ladies in the last few years. Girls chose designs ranging from the ultra feminine butterfly, or a dainty little flower, all the way to heavy Celtic knots and more. Every tattoo makes a statement; the lower-back tat says “I’m still following the crowd, just the alternative one.” 
 
There are a lot of things that cause a rift between the younger generation and the older one. Often the one doesn’t understand where the other is coming from. The clothes are different, the music has changed, but <a href="http://allabouttattoo.info/" target="_blank">tattoos</a> are a cultural phenomenon that bridges the gap.

Generational Trends in Tattooing

Jun 20, 2012

Tattoo Tryouts

Before you get your first <a href="http://abouttattoofever.blogspot.com/">tattoo</a> or your tenth, there is a process you should go through to make sure you are getting the tattoo that is just right for you. hasty decisions can lead to disastrous results, and in the end you'll be trying to figure out how to live with or remove something you just don't like. 
 
The first order of business is to make sure that you go to a tattoo artist who is truly an artist. You wouldn't let your three year old paint your walls (even though they want to) and you don't want some hack inking your skin. You can repaint walls easily enough, but that's just not the case with your body. There is no more precious real estate in the world. You have a finite amount of it and it's not going to last forever, treat it as though it were worth a million bucks and you might just be underselling yourself. 
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Next, make sure you look a plenty of <a href="https://businesson.mobi/tattoofever" target="_blank">tattoo designs</a>. While you can find free galleries on the internet, you probably should just shell out a few bucks to see the good stuff or get a book of great designs. A good tattoo artist can reproduce almost anything, so make sure that you are taking them something that is just right, and not just what you could find in ten minuets. You're going to be wearing it the rest of your life, spend some careful time and maybe a little dough to get it just right. 
 
Even after you think you've hit on the best design you can reasonably find, you might want to try out your new tat before you get it etched. Henna is a great option for this. Have someone do the design in Henna and then show it off a bit and see how you, and other react to it. Since it isn't permanent you won't mind as much if someone tells you they don't like it - it will be gone in a couple of months or so. 
 
You might want to try out several different designs taht way and see what gets the best reaction. Your spouse may love one and hate another. You need to make sure you like it, of course, but in the end you want to show it off and have other people like it as well. 
 
Just keep in mind that a tattoo is permanent, and what looks good on one person might not look great on you. Take the time to look for a while and even try out some designs one at a time with Mendhi inks so that you can be sure you are getting just what you bargained for. 
 
Instead of being in a rush to just get another tattoo, you can actually slow down and enjoy the process for a while. Searching for new designs you've never seen, trying them out on your body - maybe even in different locations will let you know that you've hit on exactly the right thing because you've already worn it for a while and love it.

Tattoo Tryouts

Before you get your first tattoo or your tenth, there is a process you should go through to make sure you are getting the tattoo that is just right for you. hasty decisions can lead to disastrous results, and in the end you'll be trying to figure out how to live with or remove something you just do…

Nov 17, 2011

Tattoos Are Not Just For Bikers Anymore!

In the distant past, <a href="https://businesson.mobi/all-about-tattoo" target="_blank">tattoos</a> had the smallest modicum of acceptance, primarily based on the people who wore them. When military men came back to the States after serving overseas, it was difficult to express too much negativity about the names of their sweethearts or "Mom and Dad" emblazoned on their arms. It's likely that the acceptance was more for the wearer than the tattoo, though, for tattoos had not attained a degree of respectability with the American public in general. As syphilis became more widespread, and with the less-than-sanitary tattooing procedures adding to its increase, New York City eventually banned tattooing, and did not make the practice legal again until 1997. 
 
As disdain for the military began to spread across the United States, so did a new counter-culture. To most Americans during that time-period, the word "tattoo" was synonymous for those who were outside of the mainstream of America, thumbing their noses at society. It brought to mind the fringe-element of undesirables, from the widely-movie "Easy Rider" to the infamous Hell's Angels. Greasy individuals who rode motorcycles and displayed obnoxious artwork on various parts of their bodies-- bikers were only "cool" amongst their own kind, and thought of in a very unfavorable light by most of the American population. In general, tattoos were limited to that range of individuals; and both the bikers and their "sleeves" was something the population at large preferred to do without. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/43213122@N02/4156418685" style="clear: right; display: block; float: right; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tattoo?????" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2569/4156418685_a8370e155d_m.jpg" style="border: medium none; font-size: 0.8em;" /></a>Image by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/43213122@N02/4156418685">Live & Let Die via Flickr</a> 
 
Although in some locales, especially those with Navy bases, tattoos continued to enjoy a moderate degree of acceptance throughout the 'seventies, they still were not considered a respectable means of personal expression within the mainstream population. The younger generation who lived in these areas, with the usual curiosity of youth, often frequented tattoo parlors and began to make tattoos a part of their lifestyle. As these were usually young adults whose lifestyle included drug use and too much alcohol, their embracing the practice of tattoos did not assist in convincing the older generation that there was anything positive about it. One tattoo artist who practiced in the Navy town of Port Hueneme, California, remarked that the types of individuals whose lifestyle included tattoos were the kind of people who "don't usually make it to forty years old." 
 
Also commenting that tattoos are "a fever," he shed some light on the most negative aspects of this practice. Even though by law artists were not supposed to do such artwork on individuals who were in any state of intoxication, his clients were usually in either of two categories: those who requested tattoos while seriously under-the-influence, and the fainters. His tattoo studio had a large couch for the benefit of the latter. Young drug users and Navy men made up the majority of his customers. 
 
It was not until the early eighties that tattoos began to gain positive exposure. With the Long Island based band "The Stray Cats" appearing on the cover of the music magazine Rolling Stone, not only did this bring the rockabilly music style back into popularity it was also one of the first steps in helping tattoos gain widespread appeal. In stepping away from the coarse music of that particular time-period, the Stray Cats' scope was that of good clean music and good clean fun; and tattoos were a part of that image. Suddenly everybody wanted to be a part of it all, including the tattoos; and although it was often to the chagrin of the older generation, tattoos began to have less negativity attached to them. 
 
As tattoos ceased to be solely connected to the counter-culture, they started to appear on everybody. In the following years they started showing up on average Americans all across the United States. Tattoo studios sprung up in cities that had colleges and universities, making tattoos an accepted part of life for students. As the people in that age group became older, their tattoos remained, as well as the interest in tattoos developing amongst the newer younger generation. In most parts of the United States they are now commonplace, and considered to be just a basic form of self-expression. 
 
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Tattoos Are Not Just For Bikers Anymore!

In the distant past, tattoos had the smallest modicum of acceptance, primarily based on the people who wore them. When military men came back to the States after serving overseas, it was difficult to express too much negativity about the names of their sweethearts or "Mom and Dad" emblazoned on the…

Jun 14, 2011

Positive Attributes Of Tattoos

Considering how widespread the negative reputation is of tattoos and people who have them, one might wonder if there is anything positive about tattoos, and if it is reason enough to get one. You undoubtedly have heard plenty about the problems, attitudes, risk factors, etc., so perhaps you would also like to consider the opposite point of view in order to help you make the best decision regarding whether or not getting this type of artwork is right for you. 
 
First, let's examine some of the reasons why getting a tattoo may not be a good idea. If you're the type of person who tends to do things impulsively; or if you're considering a tattoo based primarily on someone else wanting you to get one or not wanting you to get one; these factors will very likely result in you regretting your decision at some point in time. If getting a tattoo is not solely your own decision for your own sake, and a decision which you have put careful thought into making, you will probably end up wanting to get it removed later on. 
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If none of those situations fit you, and you're considering getting a tattoo, hearing some things which are good about tattoos may assist in your decision. 
 
Some people simply like art; if you are one of them, a tattoo may be the type of art you are looking for. In that there are essentially no limits to what kinds of artwork can be made into tattoos, you're sure to find something which will suit your tastes. You can consult a tattoo artist to assist you in making the best choice for the artwork which you will like the most. Tattoo studios routinely have huge selections of tattoo art on posters and books; your artist can tell you which forms he is most familiar with and practiced in creating. If you have a unique design in mind, all it usually takes is a rough sketch or even a description, and most artists will be happy to create a custom-made design for you. Tattoo artists are almost always very skilled artists in general; you will be happily surprised at how intricate and professional their work can be. If you want beautiful, unique art which is both yours alone and permanent, a tattoo is the way to go! 
 
Do you have something to say, something you wish to share with the world? If so, a tattoo may be the answer you're looking for! Whether you opt for wording, or a design which has some type of special meaning to you, a tattoo can be one of the greatest forms of self-expression. You can choose something that is very clear to everyone who sees it, or, in contrast, can have something which is purely symbolic. We not longer have to settle for temporary expression on t-shirts, tattoos are permanent; and they are available to almost everyone everywhere. 
 
A tattoo can also be a permanent memorial. If there is someone or someplace that you wish to honor, a tattoo can be a wonderful way to do this. Contrary to occasional opinion, memorializing a person or a place with a tattoo is generally not morbid, and is not usually sad; instead, it focuses on one's subject in a positive light. In addition, a tattoo of memory does not necessarily have to be about a person, it can also be a unique symbol of a place, a time, a situation, that you wish to always keep in your memory. 
 
If you have decided to get a tattoo, and have positive reasons for wishing to do so, all you need to do is visit a nearby tattoo studio and allow your vision to be turned into a reality. 
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Positive Attributes Of Tattoos

Jun 02, 2011

What Is Going On Today With Tattoos

As with most things in life, changing times signals new improvements, and tattoos are not an exception. The process itself has come a long way since people had no choice but to use crude homemade instruments to force equally-crude variations of ink into their skins. People these days also do not need to resort to regular needles and either ashes or bottles of India ink, because most have clean, sterile tattoo studios and licensed, reputable artists readily available. For a practice that has been around nearly since the beginning of time, such factors as health, safety, and procedure are relatively modern. 
 
Since South Carolina lifted its ban against tattooing in 2004, which required eleven years of failed attempts before its eventual success, the state of Oklahoma remained the sole hold-out in banning tattoos until that ban also was finally lifted at the end of 2006. Currently, tattooing is legal in all states of the United States, each with its own set of laws, some of which are governed by the state itself, others which have left the matter in the hands of city or other local governments. 
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Laws and regulations covering tattooing are varied on a state by state basis. If you wish to get a tattoo, or if you're considering going into the tattoo business yourself, it is wise to familiarize yourself with what is required in the state where you live. One key point is that if you have received a tattoo license in one state, it is not necessarily valid in another state. An unusual exception to state laws is that it is becoming a common practice for parents to take their teenagers to a nearby state where tattooing minors is legal with parental consent, even though they reside in a state where it cannot be done. Crossing state borders in order to get a tattoo may appear extreme, but it happens quite frequently. However, this has produced difficulties in some instances where school districts have implemented policies forbidding their students from having visible tattoos. 
 
As <a href="https://businesson.mobi/all-about-tattoo" target="_blank">tattoos</a> as a basic form of artwork and self-expression have expanded, so has another aspect of tattooing which has its roots in ancient history but until quite recently was not widespread in modern times. Many women, the famous and the average alike, are now opting for tattoos as a form of permanent cosmetics. No longer needing to apply such things as eyeliner or lipstick on a daily basis, a more permanent form of these previously-temporary cosmetics are made by tattooing in a manner quite similar to the more well-known types of tattoos. Getting these types of tattoos not only requires careful consideration on the part of the client, but skill and professionalism on the part of the artist. 
 
Especially since HIV and AIDS became a life-threatening risk, reputable tattoo artists have become even more conscientious in taking health precautions for both their own and their customers' sake. In addition to keeping their studios clean in general, there is a large focus on such practices as using disposable tattooing needles, throwing away unused inks, and wearing gloves. Prior to this problem, while most artists did take a reasonable amount of care during tattoo procedures, it was not nearly as important as it is today. While keeping tattoo studios under the jurisdiction of the state, city, or county Board of Health may be an intense measure, it is good to know that reputable tattoo artists consider it to be important, necessary, and worthwhile. 
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What Is Going On Today With Tattoos

May 23, 2011

The choice of Cool Tattoo Ideas

The choice of an image for a tattoo is more difficult than the decision whether or not you should not even have a tattoo. That's because a tattoo is an image that you will be <a href="https://businesson.mobi/all-about-tattoo" target="_blank">living with for a very long time</a>. 
 
It is extremely important that you enjoy your tattoo, and that has some meaning for you. While it takes some people a couple days to choose a tattoo idea, it takes others a couple months. 
 
To choose to start a cool tattoo idea to consider what you want to express through the tattoo.This way, you can narrow down your search and find the perfect image.Other things to consider are the location of the tattoo, sex, and resources for inspiration. 
 
There is something unique about everyone that can be turned into an image. 
 
Below are some cool tattoo ideas: 
 
* If you like the outdoors can list, one or very interesting abstract image of a tree or a flower. 
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* If you are an artist, you can choose an image of the important tools an artist uses. Better yet, you can tattoo one of your favorite pieces of body art. 
 
* Many people have certain artists, poets or famous individuals they look to for inspiration. Can a tattoo work of another artist or a citation of an author. 
 
* Another popular tattoo idea that can be highly creative is graffiti. 
 
* Tribal tattoos, Celtic are good ideas that can be transformed into creative works of art. Tribal tattoos can be Chinese, Indian, Native American, Latin American, African in origin. 
 
* Check out the history of art can give some creative ideas of tattoos are also cultural. 
 
* Abstract patterns are always unique tattoo ideas for the body. 
 
* Prices in other languages are written not only beautiful but also a summons. 
 
* Combine two different tattoos to create one image. 
 
Design Your Own Tattoo Anyone can go to a tattoo shop and look at the picture galleries for tattoo ideas. These images have probably been tattooed on someone else and are not as original. You can draw inspiration from other tattoos, but the work of art really shines when it is your. 
 
It has become highly popular for people to create their own designs for tattoos.This is a personal note and makes the tattoo more sense. To create your own design, it is helpful to think of a theme that reflects your personality or your life.You can then draw pictures that express these ideas. 
 
Tattoos are works of art created on the body, which is a type of canvas. Somewhere in your head or in the real world, there is inspiration and creativity for a cool tattoo idea that you display on your body. Take the time to choose a tattoo that you like and look at many <a href="https://businesson.mobi/tattoofever" target="_blank">sources for ideas</a>. 
 
 
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The choice of Cool Tattoo Ideas

The choice of an image for a tattoo is more difficult than the decision whether or not you should not even have a tattoo. That's because a tattoo is an image that you will be living with for a very long time. It is extremely important that you enjoy your tattoo, and that has some meaning for you. W…

May 19, 2011

How to get tattoo ideas

One of the most interesting accessories that have gained great popularity since the 50's is the tattoo. For some people, the tattoo has a bit of interest because of the way that draws attention and because it is a very effective way to express themselves. 
 
Young people especially try to find ways to show the way they are, to prove their freedom and some individuals prefer to do so through the help of tattoos. Tattoos can be a bit taken anywhere on the body, but most people prefer to bring in an exposed area in general or on an area of maximum interest. 
 
Overall, what all teenagers need are some cool tattoo ideas and some interesting tattoo design ideas. You can see girls get tattooed on their back to attract attention to that region.In other cases you might have seen girls tattooing their chests for the same purpose. 
 
Regardless of the purpose and the reason why you should have a tattoo, you can know which ones are aware of the most popular tattoo designs so that you get the tattoo ideas that fit your personality. 
 
Tribal tattoos - Tribal tattoos are probably the most popular type of tattoos around - an inevitable fact especially since they have been around for quite a few hundred years. 
 
Today tribal tattoos are becoming more complex, and in fact has developed a new style called neo-Test. Tribal tattoos can be found both as black work on arms and legs, but also colored styles that are all around the body. 
 
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Lower back tattoos - This category of tattoo design is (recall that we discussed about the main reasons for this) very taken by the girls. Lower back tattoos can be found in the shape of a dragon, lotus flower, symbols but tribal styles as well.The big thing about lower back tattoos, they are very discreet and not intrusive, based on the attention in a gentle way of a tribal tattoo, for example,. Lower back tattoos can prove to be a great tattoo idea for girls, because they are not as visible but just as effective as any other tattoo, especially if put in the right area of the body. 
 
Celtic Tattoos - Tattoo This has some interesting history behind. It has been known to be applied only to those people that had a Celtic heritage of some sort even if nowadays Celtic tattoos are done on almost everybody. Celtic tattoos are several symbols that can be found in other cultures, and this could be the reason why you can find different types of Celtic in the corner of strain are. Actually, this mixture of styles has been known as tribal Celtic tattoos. 
 
Get your <a href="https://businesson.mobi/tattoofever" target="_blank">tattoo ideas</a> today. 
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How to get tattoo ideas

May 12, 2011

Don't just go into a tattoo parlor and pick out..

Need a Tattoo Idea or Design? Well, you have come to the right place. 
 
With the growing popularity of tattoos, you cannot help but think about getting one. One thing that you want to make sure that you will have to do is a tattoo idea that you love forever, because tattoos are permanent. 
 
Unless of course you are willing to pay a ton of money to get it removed. They can be a great idea tattoo but can not find a design or picture that you want to go enough to get it done. 
 
Some people search for a tattoo design for several months before they finally get one. One basic idea, if you are getting a tattoo then you really do your research and find something you really like. 
 
Whatever you do, don't just go into a tattoo parlor and pick out one of their tattoo designs and get it done. 
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You should take your time and think about the design. 
 
Here are some possible solutions : 
 
Find Your Tattoo Idea. 
 
Many times you may have an idea of the exact tattoo you want, then you browse through some tattoo designs and you find a similiar one that you like better. 
This is a big reason why you should choose a tattoo idea tattoo parlor from the book. 
 
While many people have a picture in mind for their tattoo, some people consider Japanese or Chinese lettering. 
 
You can add a name or something special for you. 
 
So you see, a tattoo doesn't always have to be a picture of something. 
 
I really should be what you want, after all it is your body. Don't get a tattoo just because you saw a cool tattoo picture. 
 
According to research, to get your tattoo idea,it is good to surf the Internet for other tattoo designs as many as possible. 
 
You never know, you may come across a whole new idea that you like better than your old one. Therefore, research is very useful because you do not want to go get a tattoo and then find an amazing tattoo design months later regret your first. 
 
Many search engines will help you out greatly. Try a search on Google for \"tattoo idea \". You will get some great tattoo ideas. 
 
Now you have a tattoo design that you can look for a worthy tattoo artist selected. 
 
This can be difficult. 
 
Do not just get your tattoo at the Salon before in force. Again, research is key. 
Ask people to know where she has her tattoo artist and how the.Many times you can find a tatto artist that will draw your tattoo idea so you can visualize how it will look once on your skin. 
 
If you follow these steps is to estimate the long term. Just because you have a tattoo idea now doesn't mean there is not a better one out there. You research and choose something you like. 
 
Find a <a href="https://businesson.mobi/tattoofever" target="_blank">great tattoo idea now</a>! 
 
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Need a Tattoo Idea or Design? Well, you have come to the right place. With the growing popularity of tattoos, you cannot help but think about getting one. One thing that you want to make sure that you will have to do is a tattoo idea that you love forever, because tattoos are permanent. Unless of …

May 06, 2011

A "bad" tattoo ?

Getting a bad tat is a little like totaling your car. If it's going to cost more than the car is worth to fix it, you just end up getting another car. And no matter how good your insurance is - it's never going to turn out better. It's always going to cost you. 
 
That's why you should be very picky when it comes to what you have inked. Once it's been etched, there's no going back. Or is there? Even though it's a bit of a horror story we've all heard - get a little drunk and wake up with some new tattoo that looks like a bug on a windshield, it's not really the end of the world. 
 
Now, the skin where that tat failure sites is never going to be the way it was again more than likely. There is no magic eraser that will just wipe it away as though it were never even there, but there are somethings you can do to make it look a whole lot better. 
 
We're not even going to talk about laser removal much here because everyone already knows it is only partly effective and what you are trading is a tat for a scar. It's not a great trade-off considering the cost involved. 
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But there are some other options for you to consider. Now, if you go read any forum about tattoo removal you're basically getting yourself into the realm of dumb vs. dumber. So be realistic when it comes to tattoo removal. 
 
First of all, make sure you have realistic expectations. Since you can't have pristine skin again, don't think you're going to find something that will do that. There are basically two options and they both start with the same thing. 
There are products on the market out there that have been knows to do a decent job at lightening tattoos. It's going to take a while, and you may have to try a couple of things to see what works best for you, but it's the easiest way to go - and the cheapest. 
 
Everyone has very different skin. What works for one person may not work for you and it's not exactly the fault of the product, so don't cry about it if something doesn't work. Just move on to something else until you find one that does. 
 
The fading products all use about the same process - a mildly acidic formula that coaxes the ink to rise to the surface of the skin where it will be naturally flaked off as you shed cells. It's never going to get all of the ink out, but it may get light enough so that no one ever notices there was a tattoo there. That's option one. 
 
Number two is that you may take just enough time to get the tattoo light enough to be able to go over it with another one much more to your liking. Most good tattoo artists are well-versed in how to turn a bad tattoo into a better one. You might rather not have one at all, but if you can't have that, you can a least go with a good one. 
 
So don't despair, don't fret and certainly don't cry about it. Be patient and use a little of this and a little of that until <a href="http://allabouttattoo.co.cc/guide/growing-up-with-your-tattoo.php" target="_blank">you find something that works</a>. after a while you will either have a tattoo so light you can live with it, or a tattoo light enough to replace with something more like what you wanted in the first place. 
 
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Apr 30, 2011

Tattoo Ideas for Girls Differ From Boys?

We can not say that all women have exactly the same physical features and personal preferences. Nonetheless, it is still generally true that women have more curves and slightly smaller frames than men. 
 
Why tattoo ideas for girls differ from ideas for boys? 
 
Tattoo ideas for girls though don't just revolve around designs. Artists and female tattoo clients should also look for ideas tattoo body part is the object. 
 
Popular Body Part Tattoo Locations 
 
Body part tattoo ideas for girls can be similar to those of boys. Girls, however, have specific body part recommendations that would look like their tattoos very fine. 
 
- One of the most popular areas for tattoo ideas for girls to find their way to is the lower back or the tailbone area. This is a perfect place for a long or extensive wine inspired Design. This is because this area in women is known for its gentle and sexy curve. You can easily feel your sex appeal when you were a pair of low rise jeans and a top mid-rib, your tailbone tattoo seductive look was. 
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- You can also tattoos on their ankles and feet. Just like the wrists, smaller ankles and feet would look great with small tattoo designs. Girls also have a variety of shoes to choose from, that is, they can easily get a pair of sandals or shoes that well with their tattoo design. 
 
- Regardless of whether designing for men and women, tattoo on the upper back and arms would look good on both genders. These areas have long common places to put tattoos on. You can easily show off your design with a sleeveless shirt, a halter or a backless piece. 
 
- Remember that there are some tattoo designs on parts of the body that would not do in time. The natural skin sagging and stretching that accompanies old age may make your tattoos look a little droopy or washed up. This is particularly true in tattooing the stomach and chest. 
 
Popular Tattoo Ideas for Girls 
 
There are endless variations and limitless possibilities as far as tattoo design for girls are concerned. You can choose what you want. Just in case you have limited ideas though, you could look into the all time top designs for girls. 
 
- Tribal designs are popular for men and women. The intricate loops, edges and primal lines and designs based on Maori, Polynesian and American Indian tribes will definitely make you stand out. 
 
- If you have a strong taste of women, then you can never go wrong with drawings of flowers and butterflies. 
 
- Graceful animals are also great tattoo design ideas for girls. Models of dolphins, fish and swallows are examples of these. 
 
- Another design that would look great on delicate arms and curves would be fairies, angels, and other winged creatures. 
 
Check out <a href="http://allabouttattoo.co.cc/goto/tattoofever.html" target="_blank">these ideas for your tattoo designs.</a>.

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Apr 26, 2011

The perfect tattoo ?

When it comes to tatoo designs you're going to have to face the fact that you might never find the perfect tattoo. It's not that awesome tatoo designs don't exist, it's that there are so freakin many great tattoos from awesome artists all over the world that it is virtually impossible to sort through them all in a single lifetime. Really, you could look at thousands of tattoo designs every day for years and never even get close to seeing even a fraction of them. Luckily, you're not stuck with all bad news when it comes to finding the perfect art for your next tat. 
 
Maybe I'm just the anal retentive type. I figure if I'm going to wear this thing until I'm dead, it better be completely killer - something I want everyone to see. I certainly don't want to be stuck with a bad tat that I'm trying to hide a few months down the road. And hiding a tattoo is bad business. If it's in a private spot you're stuck with intimacy in the dark, if it's on an arm you're dealing with long sleeves in summer. And feet and ankles for women? Forget it, you're never going to get to ear cool sexy shoes again. 
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So I'm pretty picky when it comes to what I put on my body, even more so than what I put in my mouth. A bad tat isn't going to make you sick or kill you, but it can lead to a whole big pile of "holy crap why did I do that!" That's why I only have a few tats, I'm certainly not going for any records. And I never mess around with tatoo artists that don't really blow me away. 
 
What I've found is that there are two ways to find the perfect tatoo designs. One is by looking at a whole lot of really good designs, the other is by finding a fiendishly good artist to ink them. Unfortunately, neither one is cheap. But I figure that spending a little more now can lead to years and years of loving a tattoo, while being cheap can leave you wanting it off in just a few days. 
 
That's why it's always a good idea to sign up for a couple of really good tattoo art sites when you're serious about finding a great tattoo. What you can't do all by yourself, looking at millions of tats, thousands of other people have done. Tattoo collection online have lots of tatoo designs, won't cost you a fortune, and all the really crappy ones have already been thrown out. It turns the problem from trying to find enough tatoo designs to look at into how in the world will you ever decide between all the great ones? 
 
Finally, never scrimp on the artist. And unfortunately this is going to mean meeting maybe more of them than you would like and even traveling to find the very best ones. It's also going to mean some time tracking down folks they have inked and checking out the finished product on the skin. There's guys who can draw and guys (and of course, gals) who can really ink. They aren't always the same. So get yourself a <a href="http://allabouttattoo.co.cc/goto/tattoofever.html" target="_blank">good collection</a> and find a great artist and your next tatoo design is sure to be awesome for a lifetime. 
 
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Apr 26, 2011

Why People Get Tattoos

There are numerous reasons why people get tattoos. Everyone has their own individual reason, but these fall into a number of different categories and the specific reason for getting a tattoo will often be the same for many people. One specific person might get a tattoo to show their love for their country, for example. There are a lot of people who do this, but the countries differ, the reasons for that love differ, and the way it is expressed will also differ. 
 
The love of one’s country is one of the major reasons to get a tattoo. This can be demonstrated by the drawing of a flag, a map or a national symbol, or some combination of all. 
 
Someone with Irish blood might get a map of Ireland in the colors of the flag, with a shamrock in the middle, while someone American may get the Stars and Stripes draped around a Bald Eagle. The symbols and how they are depicted will be different but the underlying sentiment the same. 
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Other reasons to get tattooed include showing your love for a spouse or a partner, or commemorating the births of your children. Lots of people get tattoos to show a sporting allegiance, or to show respect for a personal hero, or just to reflect a personal interest. Someone who loves driving, for example, may get an insignia of their favourite vehicle manufacturer. Everyone has their own <a bitly="BITLY_PROCESSED" href="http://tattoofever.viralhosts.com/loves/tattoofever.html" target="_blank">reason for getting a tattoo</a> – but if it isn’t self-explanatory from looking at the tattoo, be prepared to spend some time explaining it.

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Sep 02, 2010

Tattoo Removal – Painful, Expensive, Worth It?

Some people get tattoos and then for their own reasons come to regret getting the adornment later in life. Sometimes, as in the case of Kimberley Vlaeminck of Belgium who had 56 stars on her face (see the video below) and then regretted them when her father saw them, it’s not that much later. Most people who get a tattoo love it at the time, and if they stop loving it then there will usually be a deeper reason. They can get the tattoo removed, but it comes at some cost – and not just a financial one. <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://businesson.mobi/tattoo-mistakes" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: right; float: right;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihwnYdwvM9ly9ZDWHXruqp7oNl-VsS5dfT6d-U8xYvitYXTG1jupJBynGI6iZWMXTS-Pci_LBr0-dRnEZegqbDhVBJdEHUNN74Hd5AIHJUVeAPM3bW1iXhFf6TSWc5k8YXyyv78kr645w/s320/tattoo-removal.jpg" width="320"/></a></div>
 
If you have had the name of a loved one tattooed on your body and then have come to love them a little less – or a lot less, more suitably – then you may well be well advised to get the tattoo removed unless you have no plans to ever date again (or only date people of that name who are really gullible). Be advised though that as well as costing money, this is surgery that hurts, and tends to take a couple of goes to remove – and even then you are left with a patch of bare, sensitive skin. 
 
Sure, you should not go through life with a tattoo you hate, but this is more a matter of thinking really hard before you get a tattoo. If conditions beyond your control make it no longer advisable for you to have it, then there is no-one who would damn you for getting the surgery. Just remember that it’s a long road to get one removed. 
 
 
 
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Aug 02, 2010

When NOT To Get A Tattoo

There are plenty of good times and good reasons to get a tattoo. However, there are also times when getting a tattoo should be ruled out of the question for perfectly good reasons. The situations may vary. One’s reason for not getting a tattoo at a given time may depend on their own personal feeling, the attitudes of others, things in the pipeline that may be affected by getting a tattoo, and more. There are also certain physical circumstances which make getting a tattoo a very bad idea, although for the most part these are generally temporary. 
 
If you do not feel 100% certain about a tattoo for any reason – the fact of getting the tattoo itself, or the design not being quite as you’d like it – then you should not let the needles touch your skin. It’s going to be there for the rest of your life, so do not get a tattoo you might not be happy with. You should also take into account what other people say. Not just random people, but your family and friends may have legitimate concerns for how the tattoo could impact on your life. <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://businesson.mobi/tattoofever" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: right; float: right;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaqAYAhyphenhyphenYTf1ms1QosqB9TDvnfNOG8P_YqHwdz4IMGX7A-VrwBwMoWAwSSySDOkGMdp2nFTODHtFS8BqnjkqUhvO4gx7EsYEU9V2s2dv3KfUm0KL56cZd8_wQTP1_UgfAlEwKddPbGJIg/s320/kaley.jpg" width="320"/></a></div>
 
It is also a very bad idea to get a tattoo when you are drunk. This is not just because alcohol is the mother and father of many a bad decision, but also because it can cause any wound – even the small ones made by a tattoo needle – to bleed more profusely. The same is true of any medication which thins the blood.

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Jul 02, 2010

Perceptions About Tattoos And Tattooed People

The act of getting a tattoo may well put you at odds with a lot of people, and there are many who will quite openly state some very negative things about a person with a tattoo – and the more tattoos, the more negative the comments. 
 
Is there any justification behind this? 
 
There is a correlation in some people’s minds between tattoos and violence. This is possibly understandable but generally misguided. Perhaps a lot of violent people have tattoos, but this does not mean a lot of tattooed people, proportionally, are violent. Someone with no tattoos at all could punch someone with several. A lot of people with tattoos are, in fact, very much against violence. <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://businesson.mobi/tattoofever" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: right; float: right;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1249" data-original-width="830" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9KBNnl37tw2lCq1w2alsRgUiO4BYZE4Hz_6RtLoCOiDZtXHTUhn0sUMHt_XqdRJmq-myxFsP6tWEsD3W73UeGlOGmRv17NSV3rSU8YW9C9iZS_ORlhP84VehGkRU2Ub2pzQuqehXyd0w/s320/angiejolie.jpg"/></a></div>
 
Then there is the argument about the “tramp stamp”. There is a theory – mostly spread by men – that women with a tattoo on the small of their back are sexually promiscuous. The theory goes that if they are willing to draw attention to that area then they must want the area to be explored more closely. The only answer to this theory is to recommend that those who believe it say so directly to a woman with such a tattoo. Then they should count their bruises and think again! :-)

Having one <a bitly="BITLY_PROCESSED" href="https://businesson.mobi/all-about-tattoo" target="_blank">tattoo</a> or more, or even a body covered with them, does not make you stupid, violent or promiscuous – any more than wearing a hat makes you Mexican. Simply put, you can have a tattoo and be whatever you want to be. 
 
Labeling is so uncool.

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Jun 01, 2010

No Pain .. no Gain?

Anyone with prominent tattoos will have been asked the question more than once, and however many times they have answered the question keeps coming. Does it hurt? The true answer to the question is that it does, but not all that much. It feels like being scratched a little bit, it feels a little bit hot, but it is not agony and in general is not enough to put most people off getting a second tattoo, should they want one. During the course of the average day there are a few of us who will go through more pain and think nothing of it. 
 
If the pain is too much to bear, then this is for one of two reasons : 
 
Firstly, it is possible that you could either be prone to pain when getting a tattoo or Secondly the tattooist is less than talented. 
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Most tattooists, however, are more than talented enough to know how to minimise pain and suffering, and will also have the job done as quickly as possible so that the suffering ends quickly. If you do take a painkilling injection or treat the area with anaesthetic cream beforehand, there is a real danger of swelling the skin, which will make any resultant tattoo look bad anyway. 
 
The fact is that if getting a tattoo is too painful, or the thought of the pain is too much to bear, then tattoos probably are not for you. It doesn’t make you a wimp or anything, it just suggests that you should find another way to adorn yourself. :-) 
 
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May 25, 2010

Disappearing Tattoos

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Perhaps the most identifying characteristic of a tattoo is its permanence. Think about it; every time you mention finally getting that tattoo you’ve been on the fence about for years, someone always chimes up and reminds you that you won’t be able to take if off if you ever change your mind. So, for fear of regret and not wanting to hear any “I told you so” declarations from family and friends, you have thus far carried on with your life as an inkless individual. But that perfect tat design is always in the back of your mind isn’t it? 
 
Well stay tuned, because what you’re about to read will shatter everything you know about body art and might be just the thing you need to hear to finally get that tattoo out of your mind and onto your skin. Researchers at the Harvard Medical School have developed a special tattoo ink that can be totally and painlessly removed with no scarring. 
 
First, understand that the coloring currently used in tattooing is not really ink, but various pigmenting agents ground up and mixed with a carrier solution. The solution serves a couple of functions: to sterilize the pigments and make them smoother and easier to work with. Though these inks fall into the category of things that could be regulated by the FDA, they are not. Ink venders don’t even necessarily have to disclose the contents of their products. Their have been reports of carcinogens and other contaminants that can poison the body and even be fatal. 
 
The new ink is the first ever such substance approved especially for tattooing. The color is enclosed in tiny particles that are designed to contain it forever. So a tattoo done in this manner can be permanent if you want in to. However, if you should decide that everyone else was right and you wish you hadn’t got the tattoo, it can be easily removed. The pigments carrying particles can be broken down through a simple, painless process and the color harmlessly absorbed and flushed out of the body. 
 
The there are a few choices of procedures for removing conventional tattoos, but they are pricey and painful. For example, one method uses a saline scrub to literally scrub away the layers of your skin until all the ink is washed away. There is another similar option that uses a material that works very much like sand paper. Even laser surgery is not risk free. It’s expensive and you may have to do it more than once. It even leaves a scar that’s basically shaped like the very design you’re so desperately trying to get rid of, so instead of having an unwanted tattoo that people are always asking about, now thy can ask how you got such an unusual scar. 
 
None of these methods are fool proof. All of them carry some risk and will not completely remove every trace of the offending body art. You will have traces of pigment left, if not a noticeable outline. If your tattoo is comprised of several different hues, it may require a separate treatment for each one. Unlike the new ink which dissolves completely with no scarring or residual pigmentation. 
 
Those involved in the tattoo industry like the idea of a clean ink, but are skeptical about it being temporary. They believe body art is a sacred tradition, made so by in part by the fact that it lasts forever. They also feel that taking away the consequences will crowd their ranks with people who aren’t serious about their art. The new ink is not expected to be on the market for another couple of years. 
 
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Disappearing Tattoos

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Apr 03, 2010

Celebrities Love Tattoos !

It is not really surprising to learn that many celebrities love tattoos, nor is it surprising that those who are in the public eye and in the media have quite a significant influence on the American population's fascination with tattoos. The stars have tattoos, so all of their fans want tattoos also. For celebrities, age is not a factor; older stars as well as the younger ones have them. We know all of these people-- but how much do we know about what unique styles of artwork they have? 
 
One of America's most longtime popular movie stars, Robert DeNiro, has appeared in movies sporting numerous tattoos. Whether or not his fans realize that they are only accessories for his films, the fact is in real life Robert DeNiro has only one tattoo, that of a black panther. Another actor who shows off many tattoos in his movies is Johnny Depp; all of his, however, are real. Bruce Willis also has a few tattoos; most notably the symbol of his movie "Die Hard." 
 
Tattoos have long been in style with musicians. Former teen idol Justin Timberlake has a guardian angel, amongst others. Rapper Eminem has more tattoos than can be counted, including his daughter's name and his own. The wording on Keith Urban's wrist, "Omni Vincit Amor" is Latin for 'Love Conquers All;' he also has an eagle on one arm. 
 
Some sports celebrities also go for tattoos. Michael Jordan has his fraternity symbol tattooed above his heart, while Dennis Rodman is a virtual canvas of artwork. 
 
Not to be outdone, many female stars also show various degrees of artwork. Young actress Drew Barrymore is essentially a canvas full of tattoos; it is said that she created most of the designs herself. Reese Witherspoon is more subtle, wearing only one small star tattoo which is rarely visible. Pamela Anderson has a variety of tattoos also, the most notable being the word 'Mommy' on one finger, which reportedly used to read 'Tommy.' Spice Girl Victoria Beckham has five stars to represent each member of her family, her husband's initials, and the traditional Jewish phrase 'I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine.' 
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Some of today's supermodels also sport tattoos. Kate Moss, Christy Turlington, and Stephanie Seymour all have these permanent forms of fashion accessories. Most supermodels who opt for tattoos show fewer and smaller designs than celebrities in other fields. 
 
While many celebrities have had tattoos for a very long time, the popularity of tattoos amongst stars has been increasing, both in the number of celebrities who have them and the number of tattoos that they have. A very few have only one tattoo; more and more are taking on a large number of tattoos as well as more and more visible tattoos, using skin as a canvas for nearly unlimited varieties of permanent artwork. 
 
As celebrities show off their tattoos, and this is picked up by the media, it presents an ever-increasing influence for their fans, especially amongst the younger generation, to want to do likewise. As with anything else that stars do in the public eye, their influence with tattoos helps this form of artwork become more widespread, more popular, and more acceptable to most of the American population in general.

Celebrities Love Tattoos !

Mar 31, 2010

Generational Trends in Tattooing

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/25678284@N03/3774341860"><img alt="Paper Cranes [30/07/09]" height="240" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3580/3774341860_480e5793f1_m.jpg" style="border: medium none ; display: block;" width="159" /></a>Image by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/25678284@N03/3774341860">KayVee.INC</a> via Flickr Time passes, and with it the fads and trends that accompany each decade revolve in and out of the background. However, they say that everything old becomes new again, and that often becomes obvious as our kids start showing up in our old, thrift store cast offs thinking they are the next big thing. The same is true of body art. Just like blue jeans, tattoo styles have changed through the years, but they are still a classic staple. Let’s explore the generational trends in tattooing. There’s nothing good about war, though it’s a necessary evil. World War II was fairly popular, as wars go and there was no shortage of men lining up to enlist. The Lady Luck tattoo was widespread among the military men. She was beautiful, and appeared in all stages of dress, surrounded by lucky talismans like four leaf clovers, eight balls and rabbit’s feet. She was believed to bring luck to the wearer, and who needs luck if not a soldier on his way to war? The Lady Luck was not particular to any one branch of the military. Generally speaking, service tattoos mark an entire generation, whether it’s bluebirds on the chest of a sailor, an anchor on his forearm, or Simper Fi on the shoulder of a marine, they’re a proud symbol of his service. Today’s armed forces still participate in the rich tradition of military tattooing, but due to the chronological gaps between wars that the current generation has been blessed with, the military no longer makes up as significant a part of the population as it has in times past. Previous generations held tattoos at a distance and perpetuated the stigma associated with them. Body art (it probably wasn’t widely considered art back then) was somewhat taboo for mainstream society. Tattoos were only for certain groups of people, like bikers, tramps and convicts. So, it’s probable that more risqué designs, like nude or topless women were done more often, because the people getting them were already outcast, and didn’t have to conform to social politeness because no one really expected it of them anyhow. While nude tattoos definitely still happen, more and more people are opting for more modest and less visible body art. This trend is probably supported by the fact that tattooing isn’t confined to such specific segments of the population. Today, there’s a host of doctors, lawyers, accountants and other professionals who want to get their ink done, but don’t want to risk hindering their employment options, or need to comply with a dress code or a particular image. In the <a class="zem_slink" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1990s" title="1990s" rel="wikipedia">1990s</a> and early 2000s, tribal tattoos reached the height of their popularity. Contrary to popular belief, theirs really nothing ethnically significant about such designs, other than they are loosely inspired by the elaborate tattooing practiced by the people of the Polynesian islands. Tribal tattoos are characterized by heavy, bold black lines in patterns that often feature prominent jagged points. There was a time when women didn’t ever get tattooed, especially nice, respectable ones. My, how times have changed. Not only do ladies get inked, but all kinds of ladies get inked. The lower-back tattoo has been an overly popular choice for ladies in the last few years. Girls chose designs ranging from the ultra feminine butterfly, or a dainty little flower, all the way to heavy Celtic knots and more. Every tattoo makes a statement; the lower-back tat says “I’m still following the crowd, just the alternative one.” There are a lot of things that cause a rift between the younger generation and the older one. Often the one doesn’t understand where the other is coming from. The clothes are different, the music has changed, but tattoos are a cultural phenomenon that bridges the gap. <div style="margin-top: 10px; height: 15px;" class="zemanta-pixie"><a class="zemanta-pixie-a" href="http://reblog.zemanta.com/zemified/9989e83a-4ebe-43f8-99bd-dc55e95854b4/" title="Reblog this post [with Zemanta]"><img alt="Reblog this post [with Zemanta]" class="zemanta-pixie-img" src="http://img.zemanta.com/reblog_e.png?x-id=9989e83a-4ebe-43f8-99bd-dc55e95854b4" style="border: medium none ; float: right;" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://static.zemanta.com/readside/loader.js" defer="defer"></script></div>

Generational Trends in Tattooing

Image by KayVee.INC via FlickrTime passes, and with it the fads and trends that accompany each decade revolve in and out of the background. However, they say that everything old becomes new again, and that often becomes obvious as our kids start showing up in our old, thrift store cast offs thinking…

Mar 30, 2010

How You Can Make Your Temporary Tattoos Look Real

You like the idea of getting a tattoo, but are not too sure you want one on your skin forever. You have tried the henna tattoos before, and so now you would like to try another non-permanent option. So, you have decided to try something that has been popular with kids for many years: you want to get a temporary tattoo. 
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About Temporary Tattoos 
 
It used to be that temporary tattoos were things that you could get out of a vending machine at the grocery store. While this is still true, you can also now get temporary tattoos that really look as if they could be real. 
 
If you have never gotten a temporary tattoo before, they are very easy to apply. Sometimes temporary tattoos come in a sheet, while other times they come separately. Either way, cut the design so that is the only part of the tattoo that remains, with none of the sheet particles on it. 
 
The next thing you need to do is take off the plastic that is on the top of the tattoo. This is something that some people forget to do, and they move right on to the next step, thus ruining the tattoo. 
 
When the plastic has been removed, the next thing you need to do is place the tattoo on the area that you would like to have it be on. At this time, you should also have a wet sponge available. Once you have found a place for the temporary tattoo and placed it on the skin, take the wet sponge and wet the tattoo so that it is completely damp. 
 
Next, slowly slide the damp backing off, and the result should be a very realistic looking temporary tattoo! However, it should be noted that the less expensive the temporary tattoo, the more likely that it will quickly fade, so make sure you enjoy showing it off while it lasts! 
 
There are many benefits to having temporary tattoos as opposed to real ones. The most notable thing is that they are much easier to remove and are thus safer. Indeed, soap and water is much easier than lasers! 
 
For more information on temporary tattoos, all you need to do is search the internet. There are a variety of different websites that offer them for sale. They are relatively inexpensive, and they are, most of all, fun. You are sure to find the right temporary tattoo with the proper research. 
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How You Can Make Your Temporary Tattoos Look Real

Mar 17, 2010

Henna Tattooing

Are you thinking of getting inked, but not sure you’re ready for the commitment? Consider a henna tattoo. It’s the best way to avoid permanent ink with out looking like you whimped out. 
 
The tall shrub like henna plant grows in dry, arid climates. Much of the world’s henna supply comes from Egypt, Sudan and India, but it’s cultivated in some African and Middle Eastern countries as well. In Pakistan, the plant tends to be known as “Mendhi.” The plant is ground into powder and made into a paste that will temporarily stain the skin. 
 
Leaves are harvested from the plant just as the pink and cream-colored buds start to bloom. The flowers are can be used for perfume, and the leaves are hung to dry. It’s important to keep them out of direct light. Allowing them to air dry in semidarkness will preserve their skin-staining qualities. 
 
The paste consists of the powder and a substance usually referred to as a “developer.” Hot water is by far the most common developer. Some henna artists swear by additives such as lemon juice, various kinds of tea and certain essential oils 
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Henna will start staining the skin upon the initial contact, as well as any soft surface it comes in contact with, so it’s important to protect the work area and make sure the paste goes exactly where you mean for it to. 
 
The paste should set on the skin for about two hours after design is fully applied. Carefully brush the dried paste off of the skin without rubbing. The design should be an orange color. Don’t panic. The color is not finished developing. It should keep evolving for the next 12 to 48 hours depending on skin type. 
 
It’s of utmost importance that the new tattoo doesn’t get wet in the first 12 hours. The water will automatically stop the color development. Aftercare of the fresh henna tattoo is very similar to that of a regular under skin ink tattoo. Avoid soaking in the bath, and use only mild soap. Be careful to keep it clean and make sure to pat the area dry rather than rubbing. 
 
The art of henna application is typically practiced by females, or at least there is very little documentation that proves otherwise. Henna tattoos are traditionally applied to the hands, including the fingernails, and the feet for ceremonies and celebrations such as weddings and festivals, especially religious ceremonies. 
 
The earliest documented use of henna as body art dates back to the ancient Egyptians. Mummies uncovered in archeological digs have revealed signs of henna use, not only on the hands and feet, but as a hair dye and possibly even a conditioner. There is evidence that pharaohs were often hennaed and that specifically hennaed hands may have been perceived as a status symbol among the ancients, signifying prosperity. In other parts of the world where henna application is popular, it’s used without respect to social or economic boundaries. Peasants are just as likely to be tattooed as royals. 
 
Henna crosses many diverse cultural boundaries, but application techniques have stayed pretty much the same. The artwork may vary depending on the formality of the event. Tattoos worn for every-day decoration won’t be as ordinate as those for special occasions. The popularity of various designs changes from one geographical region to the next. 
 
For example, the dominant style in Arabia is large, flowery design covering the palm, in addition to the back of the hand. This design tends to leave more unadorned skin showing than some alternative styles. Fine-lined, intricate paisley patterns are popular in northern India. These designs usually only cover the palm and leave very little skin uncovered. 
 
Henna is a permanent dye. It only fades because of the natural regeneration of the skin. The typically tattoo lasts about 10 to 15 days. The fading process is affected by the tattoos placement on the skin and the lifestyle of its wearer.

Henna Tattooing

Mar 16, 2010

Health Risks in Tattooing

Of course it’s exciting, but getting a new tattoo is something to take very seriously. People get caught up in choosing the placement and design, which shouldn’t be underestimated, because it’s going to be on your body full time, everywhere you go, for the rest of your life. However, your first consideration should be the fact that you’re about to undergo a invasive procedure that is going to break your skin and insert a foreign substance. No matter how careful you are and how clean the shop is, things can still go wrong. In the tattooing process, a needle connected to tubes of dye pierces the skin repeatedly, inserting tiny ink droplets. The process causes a small amount of bleeding, and there may be redness and swelling of the area that should disappear in two or three weeks. This is an expected side effect of the tattooing process. However, several complications can result from tattooing: infection, removal problems, allergic reactions, granulomas, keloids and MRI complications. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4K_5DNHeKQ3BpQFIt2sEsbrjgnOAMQvylTAWUx3q4_FURT8FVILS33lThVEgcU6-zRyb1adwWZGT6uIcDn1Ega4-HOmCGDGRo9iBBOv_KkBrMSc2Bl9XzF77q7O0yPQNxG11aCc8HNpA/s1600-h/tattoo-design-17.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449153263194892434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4K_5DNHeKQ3BpQFIt2sEsbrjgnOAMQvylTAWUx3q4_FURT8FVILS33lThVEgcU6-zRyb1adwWZGT6uIcDn1Ega4-HOmCGDGRo9iBBOv_KkBrMSc2Bl9XzF77q7O0yPQNxG11aCc8HNpA/s320/tattoo-design-17.jpg" style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 229px; height: 320px;" /></a> Tattooing equipment and needles can transmit infectious diseases if not sterilized properly. It is extremely important that all tattooing equipment is clean and sterilized before use. Even if the needles have not been used, the most conscientious tattoo artist cannot thoroughly sterilize older tattoo guns. The design of older equipment makes full sterilization impossible, which can contaminate the needle. If the equipment used to create your tattoo is contaminated with infected blood, you can contract a number of diseases, including hepatitis C, hepatitis B, tetanus, tuberculosis and HIV. In addition, you must care for the tattooed area properly during the first week to avoid bacterial infections. Redness, warmth, swelling and drainage are all common signs of an infection. Some skin infections resist antibiotics and can lead to pneumonia, bloodstream infections and necrotizing fasciitis. Allergic reactions to tattoos are relatively rare, but the concentrated tattoo pigments can cause a reaction. These can be very dangerous, because the damaging pigments are often hard to remove. Cadmium sulfide in some yellow tattoos can cause reactions when they are exposed to sunlight. Phototoxic reactions normally appear as swelling and redness around the tattoo site. This can also occur in red tattoos, because cadmium sulfide is added to brighten red tattoo pigment. Occasionally, people develop an allergic reaction to tattoos they have had for many years. Red pigment is the main cause, but green and blue pigments can also cause late reactions. Granulomas are nodules that may form around material that the body perceives as foreign, such as particles of tattoo pigment. Some pigment colors are more likely to cause granulomas than others; red, green, blue and purple pigment tattoos are most often associated with granulomatous reactions. Keloids may form any time you injure or traumatize your skin, and tattooing is a form of trauma. However, keloids occur more frequently after tattoo removal for all but those most prone to keloid formation. Occasionally, tattoos can react poorly during other medical procedures. Some people have experienced swelling or burning around tattooed areas during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Tattoos may also interfere with the quality of the image. This is most common when a person with permanent eyeliner undergoes an MRI on their eyes. Although mascara produces a similar effect, it can be removed easily. Similarly, items related to tattooing often cause complications even when the tattoos themselves do not. Many tattoo artists use latex gloves, which can cause a reaction for those allergic to latex. Similarly, tattoos carry a risk of anaphylactic shock in those who are susceptible, but this reaction is very rare otherwise.

Health Risks in Tattooing

Mar 16, 2010

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