My Daily Tattoo

Tattoo Cover Ups

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Whether it’s an old tattoo you would like to change or a new one you now regret you always have the option of a ‘Tattoo Cover Up’. As long as you are still liking the idea of having a tattoo this is a great way to get rid of an old design or unwanted tattoo and replace it with a new look that is more to your liking.

Remember there is a limitation to what can be covered up and how many times you can cover up a design.

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Oh What A Website!

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Found this great site today called Deviant Nation. Please keep in mind that this site is probably NSFW (Not Safe For Work) and is geared around the erotica of Inked Flesh. This is a membership driven website complete with a tremendously active community and beautiful women with fantastic tattoos. It’s worth at least a 1 month subscription just to try to get through all the content and community features that they have.

If you love tattoos I would encourage you to check out the Deviant Nation website.

Why Do Tattoo Colors Fade?

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Your Decision To Get A Tattoo

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If you have no personal artistic talents picking out the perfect tattoo can be an incredibly difficult process. This design is going to be on your body for the rest of your life, so you need to be 100% sure it’s what you really want. Using tattoo and tattoo design pictures can be a huge help in determining what the perfect tattoo is for you. Use them to narrow down your selections and give you idea of what others are doing. If you have an artistic friend then you can often use the designs you see as inspiration for something that is truly and originally “you”.

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It’s Your Body - Where To Place Your Tattoo

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Before getting your tattoo you need to carefully decide where you want it placed.

Placement is a critical decision because changes in your life or lifestyle might have unintended consequences. For example, a stomach tattoo for a woman who eventually wants to have children is probably not a good location. After pregnancy a tattoo over stretch marks can be very unsightly.

You also need to consider your profession and job before getting your tattoo. It might be important for you to be able to easily conceal your tattoo if needed. Think into the future - how will the placement of the tattoo affect you as your life changes?

One of the most popular places for a tattoo is the shoulder. Shoulder tattoos date back many thousands of years and are thought to have identified an individual’s rank within a tribe. They are a great compromise for people who need to cover their tattoos for work or school. Shoulder tattoos, unlike ones placed on the upper arm, don’t require you to wear long sleeves in order to cover them. Unlike some back tattoos you don’t have to go topless and a tank top will let you to show them off. As an added plus the shoulder is generally considered among the least painful places to get a tattoo.

One advantage of shoulder tattoos is how long they can last and keep their brightness and definition. The two factors that can influence the longevity of a tattoo is exposure to sunlight and how much stretching and bending the skin will have to do. Sun exposure will fade the tattoo ink and the less stretching and bending of the skin the less likely it is that the inks will migrate and cause the details to blur. Shoulder tattoos are also easy for the artist to do and are among the least expensive.

The wrist tattoo is gaining in popularity as shown by the number of top celebrities getting them. Nicole Ritchie, Britney Spears, Jessica Alba and Ashlee Simpson all have wrist tattoos. There are many designs you can get on your wrist, including stars, words, Celtic knots, barbed wire, flowers, or hearts. If your profession frowns on tattoos the wrist is a location where the tattoo can sometimes be hidden under a watch band at work, then shown off after hours.

If you’re a professional you should carefully consider where you put your tattoo. Tribal bands can be on an ankle or high enough on an arm to still look great and be out of the way of co-workers that may criticize you at work. You can still have a great career and a great tattoo together, you just have to be careful to place your tattoo where it can be covered and will not show at work. This doesn’t mean you are selling out, it means that you have the good sense to compromise on something that could have a lasting impact on your professional career.

Since a tattoo is permanent, don’t just waltz into the nearest tattoo parlor, take a quick look at their offerings and decided what you like there on the spot. Though this can be a good technique for getting ideas for you tattoo, there’s no rush to get inked. Put some very serious thought into it. Choose an image you like and think about where on your body you want it placed. Take a few weeks or perhaps even months before making your final decision. This is an important decision - there should be no rush.

Choosing A Tattoo Shop You Are Comfortable With

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When you are ready to get your tattoo, shop around and find a place where you feel comfortable.

A good tattoo shop realizes that its clients may be a little nervous, especially if the tattoo is their first. If a tattoo artist tries to intimidate you or to force you into a decision you are not comfortable with, keep moving. Plenty of great tattoo shops believe in customer satisfaction. Your tattoo is permanent, so take the time to make sure that you are really getting what you want.

The best way to find good tattoo shops is by word of mouth recommendations. Check internet forums, go to trade shows and ask your friends. Find out where other people are going to get great service. You want to talk to these customers and find out for yourself.

If you do find a great tattoo shop, spread the word. The artist will appreciate the acknowledgment and the business that you bring his or her way. You are helping to build the community by personally recommending an artist you know personally does quality work.

When checking out a place to get your tattoo, pay attention to the lighting in the studio. At the best tattoo parlors your tattoo will be done in natural light so you can judge how it will normally appear. If it is done under fluorescent lighting be careful. Fluorescent lighting will heighten the effect of yellow and greens inks while graying the blues and reds.

For your health and safety, make sure your tattoo parlor will sterilize their packaged needles and tubes in an autoclave (a device for sterilizing the tools and equipment) before use. Any equipment they use on a customer, including inks, gloves, razors, ink cups, and ointments, should be discarded after use and the artist should wipe down the work area with a chemical agent that destroys any germs or viruses. Anything which is exposed to human blood should either be disposed of or processed through the autoclave.

A good tattoo shop will always have tattoo flash or books of their work available. In addition to looking through their portfolio of tattoos, each tattoo artist should display the paperwork identifying their state license. Good tattoo shops, which are proud of their business’ quality, will gladly have all of the certificates on display, which address things like cleanliness and their policy on new needles. Some will post copies of the artist’s hepatitis immunization records.

Stand around and watch them work for a while. Make sure that all tattoo ink, needles, and ointments are stored separately and that they are always new. A good shop will be happy to make you feel safe and comfortable. After all, a good shop wants you to come back again and again, and to recommend their services to your friends.

Girl Foot Tattoo: Finding The Right Design For You

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by Reese Lanter

Girl foot tattoo is becoming more and more popular with women these days. The foot is definitely one of the most unique place where you can sport a tattoo. Just like any other tattoo though, getting a foot tattoo is a major decision. Here are some important points that you should know about foot tattoos.

The Benefits of a Foot Tattoo

People may have different reasons for getting a foot tattoo. You might still be unsure though about the advisability of getting a foot tattoo. Why would the foot be a great place for a tattoo? One major reason for this is that they aren’t as common as lower back and arm tattoos for women. Although foot tattoos are gradually becoming popular, they are still comparatively uncommon. Getting a foot tattoo will make you feel more unique than other tattooed individuals.

Foot tattoos also seem less obvious. This is important for some people who want to keep their tattoos discreet. You may want for example to have a tattoo of something significant but do not want to flash it outright for the whole world to see. A foot tattoo would therefore be perfect. You can have a small design that you can show or hide at your own discretion.

Girl Foot Tattoo Disadvantages

Some tattoo artists don’t do foot tattoos. This is because there can be a couple of hitches to foot tattoos. This is also most likely why the foot isn’t as popular as other tattoo sites. One major concern is that the ink on foot tattoos tends to spread, scatter or blur faster than those on other tattoos. You may have to get your tattoo re-inked more often than other tattoos.

Tattoos on the foot are also generally more painful. This is because of the foot’s flesh being close to capillaries and bones. Unless you haven’t noticed yet, most tattoos are located in areas with a lot of flesh. This minimizes the pain during the tattooing process. The pain of a foot tattoo can actually extend beyond the actual process. It shouldn’t be a surprise to you if you feel some discomfort while using your feet.

You also have to consider about your recovery and activities after getting a tattoo on foot. It can make more than two weeks for a foot tattoo to heal. In this span of time, the tattoo has to be kept dry and clean. You also have to avoid getting your tattoo rubbed. This is very difficult to do with a foot tattoo. You may have to spend the entire time away from closed shoes.

Precautions

Now you know the unique challenges of getting a foot tattoo. You might still want to get one though. If you are really bent on it then the best thing that you can do is to find an experienced tattoo artist. Remember that not everyone does foot tattoos. You should therefore pick one who knows how to do it properly and with the least pain possible. You could also settle for smaller designs. These would be ideal for feminine feet. You would also have to deal with less pain and blurring.

A girl foot tattoo can be an entirely different experience even for the avid tattoo fan. You have to be sure though that you are absolutely willing and ready to meet the unique concerns of a foot tattoo.