Whether it’s part of someone’s cultural heritage dating back thousands of years or just the result of a fun night out with friends, there’s a growing number of people with tattoos around the globe. In the United States, as many as 3 in 10 adults have a tattoo. That’s all well and good, but I… Continue reading New Research Reveals What’s in Tattoo Ink
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Tattoos May Be Cool, but Could Prove Hazardous to Skin and General Health
Tattoos may seem cool but turning skin into a canvas for artwork, messages and permanent cosmetic designs poses health risks, some of which can prove serious. That’s my word of caution. The tattooing process penetrates the outer and inner layers of skin, paving the way for possible allergic skin reactions, local and systemic infections, rashes,… Continue reading Tattoos May Be Cool, but Could Prove Hazardous to Skin and General Health
What You Need to Know If Your Teen Wants to Get Tattoos
You may not want your child to get visible tattoos out of fear that your child may look unprofessional or regret making a permanent body change. However, the real concern is much deeper than physical appearance or having regrets in life. If done properly, tattoos completed with clean needles in licensed establishments are usually safe.… Continue reading What You Need to Know If Your Teen Wants to Get Tattoos