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Tattoos/Questions Answered by Expert Sasha Merritt - Professional Tattoo and Cosmetic Artist
| Subject | Date Asked |
| New Tattoo | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: I just got my first tattoo (at 45!) 4 days ago. The problem is it seems more red and more tender the ... A: Susan - Hopefully the redness & soreness have subsided by this time. If not, for sure consult your ... | |
| becoming a tattoo artist | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: where can i do my training . im just starting out . please help i leave in tn A: David- What you need is an apprenticeship with an artist in your area. Working with a reputable, ... | |
| Tattoo left calf just had color put in | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: So i had the basic out line but had color put into day not even 12 hours ago it has swelled up ... A: Erin- It is pretty common for the lower parts of legs (below the knee) to swell after a longer ... | |
| Shave after Tattoo | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: I got a new rather large tattoo that will be 2 weeks old. It's a butterfly that covers most my foot, ... A: Kristin- It shouldn't be a problem to shave your leg if the skin is healed (finished flaking) I ... | |
| ink leaking into my skin | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: I have now gotten two stick and poke tattoos from a friend and both have a blue tinge around them. ... A: Lindsay- While I do some hand poking tattooing, I work mostly with a machine, so I can only talk ... | |
| Tattoo Pricing | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: I wanted to get 'to live doesn't mean you're alive' tattooed in black and white across my lower ... A: Brianna- There are so many variables as to the cost of a tattoo that it is not possible for me to ... | |
| cosmetic tattooing penis,scrotum. | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: I am considering permanent cosmetic tattooing an area on the top of the shaft of my penis just below ... A: Gary- I know artists who have worked on genitals with no complications, tattooing is very ... | |
| Hives after tattoo | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I got my first tattoo a week ago and now I have seemed to have broken out in hives all around the ... A: Nancy- It is common for skin occasionally react to aftercare products around fresh tattoo sites. ... | |
| tattooing scars | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I hav 8 scars on my shoulder i want to cover most of them are raised and about a year old im almost ... A: Derrick- It is possible to tattoo over scars, you will want to find an artist who is experienced in ... | |
| good colors for tattoo | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I am going to be getting another tattoo soon...YAY! but i am still not sure about the colors and ... A: Amanda- Color is so important and so individual, both to the client (in terms of preference and ... | |
| Discolored nipples | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I'm a 20 years old male, and since I was born my nipples have been white/pink. I think it's just ... A: Stephan- As long as there is no medical issue that will affected by tattooing, it is possible to ... | |
| INK CONCERNS | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: Hey, sorry to bother you, but I was curious if you know much about japanese black ink and how ... A: Kenneth- All ink is basically pigment (the color particles) in a medium or vehicle. This medium is ... | |
| tattoo help | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: http://s302.photobucket.com/albums/nn95/saffore/?action=view¤t=1310169234.jpg how much would ... A: Tyler- I actually don't do much lettering in my work, so an artist experienced in lettering will ... | |
| Tattoo scab | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: I got a very small tattoo above my ankle 8 weeks ago. It is no longer sore or swollen, but has dry ... A: Sue- Tattooed skin is still healing for 6-8 weeks, so this may be still part of the healing ... | |
| Tattoo Care | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I just got my 9th tattoo two weeks ago. Followed all the aftercare procedures and what not. However, ... A: Lacey- I don't think you have to worry, tattoos are actually still healing for 6-8 weeks, they just ... | |
| tattoos | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I was thinking of getting a full back wing tattoo and i was wondering on how much it would cost in ... A: Gabriela- Back piece pricing sure can come as a shock. Prices vary based on lots of factors, a big ... | |
| license | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: if i have a tattoo license in ny state that expired two months ago can i transfer or renew it in ... A: Brenda- Every state, and often even each county in each state, has its own regulations related to ... | |
| Getting a tattoo | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: coweyymoox5.tumblr.com/post/6662872924/keep-an-open-mi...hem. <---- thats the design I want, and ... A: Kal- Good for you doing what it takes to stand up for your self and friends with the butterfly ... | |
| COVER TUMMY TUCK | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I HAD A TUMMY TUCK 2 YEARS AGO, EVERYTHING WENT WELL, SO I WAS TOLD IT WOULD LOOK CUTE IF I HAD A ... A: Debra- You can get tattooed over the scars. It is important to have a design that will look good ... | |
| tattoo over a hypertrophic scar | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: as u know there is no much info on the internet with regards covering a big scar with tat design .. ... A: AK- I tend to like designs with variation in light and dark as well as color. Black and grey could ... | |
| tattoo over a hypertrophic scar | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: as u know there is no much info on the internet with regards covering a big scar with tat design .. ... A: AK- Many artists advise against tattooing over keloids/scars is that it there is a possibility of ... | |
| RED REACTION | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a large dragon tattoo across my chest, arm and stomach, its purple black yellow and a lot of ... A: Matthew- Red reactions are no fun and I'm sorry to hear you have one. Definitely follow your ... | |
| tattoo scabbing n color | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: I just got a tattoo n one of the letters is suppose to be a light blue but wen I got the color lime ... A: Mike- Tattoos are a work in progress for a couple of weeks after the initial tattoo time. The ... | |
| tattoo | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I just got a tattoo on May 13Th on my wrist but it looks like the guy was cutting my skin .I have ... A: Sheryl- Sometimes on wrists a tattoo may look a bit worse than other parts of the body as it is in ... | |
| tattoo | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a corn on my right pinky toe and I was wondering if its a good idea to get a tattoo over it ... A: Kia- Honestly, I don't know that I would bother getting a tattoo on the toe, with or without a ... | |
| foot tattoo | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: Is it okay to apply organic coconut oil instead of unscented lotion to keep it from becoming dry? It ... A: Brianna- It is not uncommon for feet to be sore longer and take longer to heal than other areas. It ... | |
| tattoo ink spread | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I just had a half sleeve outlined and under my upper arm the ink has spread under the skin and down ... A: Jan- I have to say I've not heard of ink spreading 2 inches outside the lines. I wonder if what ... | |
| new tattoo | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: ve all heeled fine i take very good care of my tattoos so i dont understand why this is happening do ... A: Angela- It is not uncommon for feet to be sore longer than other areas. It usually mellows in a ... | |
| tattoo | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a tattoo on the inside of arm just up from my wrist. I had done it myself with help i have ... A: Roxy- It really isn't possible for me to say what might be happening as I am not able to see how ... | |
| tattoo swelling | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: i got a tattoo just above my right ankle and now it has been swollen since Saturday. what should i ... A: Lisa- Swelling on ankles is very normal, and happens on most ankle tattoos. It usually goes down in ... | |
| Severe Red Reaction | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: Merritt I had a tattoo done with black and red inks two years ago (March, 2009). The red ink caused ... A: Eduardo, Yes, this answerer is correct that ointments and creams may be aggravating the reaction, ... | |
| Severe Red Reaction | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: Merritt I had a tattoo done with black and red inks two years ago (March, 2009). The red ink caused ... A: Eduardo- The red reaction you've had is indeed one of the more severe. One thing to remember about ... | |
| can u be kind and help me out | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: first of all great site. ok, i need some advice on were i should get my first tatoo how and what i ... A: Susy Placement of your tattoo involves lots of variables, including the size and complexity of the ... | |
| pregnancy and tattoos | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: my name is Christy. I was planing to get chains tattooed around my waist in the near future ... A: Christy- How pregnancy will affect your waist tattoo will vary and depend on how much stretching ... | |
| infected tattoo | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: i got a tattoo of shooting stars on my foot about two months ago which became infected. my foot ... A: Gillian- As long as there are no other symptoms (pain, etc) the redness should go away eventually. ... | |
| blotchy red neck | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: I get a blotchy, red neck when nervous and have tried many different things like meds, lasers, and ... A: Belle- Because this is a stress condition and varies, camouflage tattooing is not an option. It ... | |
| Tattoo Pimple??? | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Ok so I want another opinion on this topic. I've asked many people this question and they all say ... A: Renee- I always suggest first visiting your tattoo artist as s/he is there and can see in person ... | |
| Ink spreading | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: I have 4 black stars on the under part of my upper arm between armpit and elbow. I believe there is ... A: Amanda- Without seeing it I can only guess as to what is happening. If it looks like a bruise, it ... | |
| Getting dark blue lighter | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I have the tatto of the bottom of the sea with some fishes and it has dark blue and i would like it ... A: Goncalo- Sometimes putting a lighter color can lighten a darker color, I'd recommend a light blue ... | |
| Half sleeve | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a question I hope you can help me with. I want to get a half sleeve on my left arm but Im not ... A: Jen- Your best best is to visit tattoo shops and look at portfolios of artists and then find a ... | |
| tattoo | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: How much for a forearm outline?? A: Tesla- I am sorry but it is not possible for me to answer this question. The price of a tattoo has ... | |
| tattoo license | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: how do i obtain a tattoo license in Colorado?is there a certain test that i need to complete? A: Scott- There is no standard licensing in the United States, each state and local health department ... | |
| Keloid tatooing with skin Color Ink | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: my question is about keloid tatooing.I have some keloids on my chest , developed after an acne ... A: Hector- There are some inks designed to resemble skin tones, however it works very differently than ... | |
| month old tattoo throbbing? | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: About a month and a half ago, I got my first tattoo done on my lower back of a very small dove. It ... A: Michelle- Humm, I have to say, I've not ever heard of a tattoo throbbing after healing. It may or ... | |
| tattooing doner sight | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I was in a fire about a year ago and i had skin grafts done, The donor sight is my back and I am ... A: Sarah- It is completely possible to tattoo over scars, I'd recommend interviewing several tattoo ... | |
| ww2 tattoos | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: My great-grandfather (from scotland as am i) was in ww2. When he lied about his age at 17 and ... A: Ailie- I wish I could be of more help. WW2 era tattooing is not something I'm really up on, ... | |
| infection? | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I got my third tattoo a little over a week ago, it seems to be healing fine but the area around the ... A: Sylvia- Doesn't sound like anything to worry about. It is likely either clogged pores or it is ... | |
| Bruse around tattoo | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I just got the thrid tattoo on saturday. It my biggest one it cover half of my lower back. My ... A: Stacy- It isn't super uncommon to have some bruising after tattooing and should go away in about a ... | |
| tattoo scab | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: my situation is i recently had a tattoo done and some areas of my tattoo scabbed on like the 2nd day ... A: Darnel- Stop the rubbing alcohol immediately. Alcohol will both dry the skin making it more ... | |
| scabbing and burning in a 5 day old tattoo | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I got my first tattoo 5 days agao (weds march 3) I used H2ocen on it the first three days not ... A: Sarah- I didn't see a pic attached, but I can suggest you stop putting anything on it, it might be ... | |
| help with tattoo touch up | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: i am a indian and i am a dark skin tone . i got a tattoo recently (almost 30 days ) and its really ... A: Danny- I always recommend you checking in with your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot and can ... | |
| Red dots around my tattoo | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I got a neck tattoo about 5 days and Im starting to notice red dots around it. Could this be because ... A: Jessica- I always recommend you checking in with your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot and can ... | |
| tattoo | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I, WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHO IN ALBERTA CAN TATTOO A PORTRAIT OF MARILYN MONROE ON MY FOREARM. I LIVE ... A: Ray- I'm not familiar with Canadian artists, I'd recommend doing an online search for Alberta and ... | |
| New tattoo | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I got a new tattoo on Saturday the 23 of January. I think it is healing properly, but it feels ... A: Jessica- It is normal for your tattoo to be a bit warmer as your body is busy healing and ... | |
| cover up tattoos | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a color tattoo on my wrist and would like to get a black and grey tattoo to cover it up? Will ... A: Sara- It is likely color will show through black and gray as it is the skin showing through that ... | |
| Brand, then tattoo the brand | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I would like to have my artwork branded on and then tattooed over to provide color to it. How fine ... A: Scott- I actually don't do branding and so my best advice is to talk to the person who will do the ... | |
| Skin Color Tattoo | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: My wife has a "bleach" (for lack of a better word) spot on her leg that she wants to have tattooed ... A: Danny- What you are looking for is call skin camouflage and you do need to go to someone who ... | |
| Tattoo shiny and raised | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: Hi I had my tattoo coloured in about 4 weeks ago and the tattoo is still shiny and abit raised from ... A: George- The skin is still healing 6-8 weeks after getting tattooed, so it may settle down a bit in ... | |
| tattoo artists | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I am doing a report for school in English about tattoo artists. Instead of trying to find ... A: Jenifer- I'll answer what I can, you will likely still need to do some additional research. How ... | |
| Tattoo | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: Do you have to have a license in order to do tattoos at your home? A: Lonnie- There is no licensing for tattooing in the home as homes don't have the set up necessary ... | |
| wax and tattoo | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I am planning on getting a tattoo under my bikini area. I normally get waxed since I prefer not to ... A: Kalina- I'd recommend waxing at least a week before getting tattooed as it is not good to tattoo ... | |
| scaring | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I got my last tattoo about a year ago. Im pretty fair skined and scar very easily. ive always had ... A: John- Once the tattoo is healed, I'm not sure how much can be done for the scars. I don't think ... | |
| Lip Tattoo | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I just got my lower lip tattooed four months ago, I was told to avoid using mouthwash because it ... A: Samantha- In all honesty, I'm not sure what is in the whitening strips, but I think that as long as ... | |
| Colouring in tattoo | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: My artist put to much light blue in the face of my tattoo. Can white ink lighten that blue out. The ... A: Cindy- If your tattoo is still healing, I'd wait until it heals as tattoos generally heal a bit ... | |
| New Foot Tat | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: So, i wanna make it clear, i totally am NOT questioning the professionalism or ability of the artist ... A: Tiffany- It is always good to talk to your tattoo artist in person as s/he is on the spot and can ... | |
| Massive Tattoo Ink Loss and Soft Scabs and Possible Repair | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: Hey i recently have gotten 2 red and black nautical starz on my shoulders and i already understand ... A: Donald- It isn't uncommon for for scabs to cause ink loss. I'd be careful not to pick it and if ... | |
| tattoo licence | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: how do I get a tattoo licence in New York State? A: Amy- There is no standard licensing in the United States, each local health department has its owm ... | |
| cross contamination for tattoos and peircings | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: 1.What is cross contamination 2.What do you do if you cross contaminate something Thanks for youe ... A: Michelle- Cross-contamination is the physical movement or transfer of potentially harmful bacteria ... | |
| just getting started | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I just got a starter kit to begin learning. I plan on practicing on pig skin etc. before getting ... A: Carolyn- I'm glad you wrote to get assistance, unfortunately, I'm not able to help with actual ... | |
| Tattoo Healing | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I got a tattoo 4 days ago and it is healing nicely (still tender, but has a light "crust" all over ... A: MJ- I actually prefer not using A&D ointment. I'd recommend using cocoa butter or unscented ... | |
| tatoo licensing | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: im a 36 year old male interested in obtaining a full license i have been doing some tatoos on ... A: Neil- There is no standard licensing in the United States (where I am), nor do I think there is one ... | |
| Light tattoos | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I was thinking of getting a white tattoo but I've heard of too many complications and faliures with ... A: Kelsy- The only real failure of white is that dose not actually look white. All tattoos are seen ... | |
| Nickel allergy | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a definite allergy to nickel (even needed fillings and dental work replaced) but am obsessed ... A: Cindy- I don't think there is nickel in most (or any) tattoo ink, but reds are most likely to cause ... | |
| spreading bumps on healed tattoo | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a sleeve on my right arm. i haven't had any work done on it in at least a year. 2 months ago ... A: Korey- It seems highly unlikely that a year healed tattoo will suddenly be giving you trouble all ... | |
| tattoo bumps | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have multiple tattoos on my arm but one in particular has bumps on it. it is on my forearm it ... A: Steven- First, stop using any lotion or ointment on the tattoo. It maybe a minor ink reaction or ... | |
| Cosmetic Lip Tattoo? | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a few questions about getting a cosmetic lip tattoo. How old do you have to be, with & ... A: Vika- In most states you have to be 18 years old to have any tattooing done, cosmetic or ... | |
| Safe Inks, Sun effects | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been considering getting a large design of mine done, about 4 inches wide, eight inches long, ... A: Dorian- I'd say no deep massage for about 2-3 weeks after getting tattooed, until it is totally ... | |
| Tattoo | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: im jeff. I want to get a tattoo on my back to cover up the scar tissue that i have. When i was ... A: Jeff- I actually specialize in covering scars with tattoos. Yes, you can cover most scars with ... | |
| Safe Inks, Sun effects | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have been considering getting a large design of mine done, about 4 inches wide, eight inches long, ... A: Dorian- Tattoo ink (or even piercings) are indeed foreign substances to the body and the body often ... | |
| New tat. | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I got my tat on my back I had it covered when it rained so that it didnt get wet. I took the ceran ... A: Marylin- It actually sounds quite normal, if you'd been waring a bandage, it would have stuck to ... | |
| my tattoo | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: i just got a tattoo on my foot(the top) like a week ago its pretty and ilike it but the ink comes ... A: Laura- Doesn't sound like anything to worry about. I'm not sure what "floating" ink is, sounds ... | |
| Tattoo artists in Ireland or Scotland | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I'll be traveling in Ireland and Scotland later this month and was considering getting a tattoo ... A: Barrett- I wish I did know artists in Ireland or Scotland. I'd recommend doing some internet ... | |
| Piercing licensing | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: You have probably heard this question before, but I'm new to this website so please forgive me. How ... A: Preacher- You need to contact you local health department, as each county as its own regulations. ... | |
| should i get this tattoo now? | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I've had an idea for a tattoo for over a year now and I still want to get it. I was thinking of a ... A: Steve- I can't imagine there would be too much distortion, but it isn't really possible to predict. ... | |
| Wrist tattoo problem? | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I just got my wrist tattooed 5 days ago. Its healing absolutely fine, but around the scab or ... A: Nick- Apologies for the delay, tattoos will not ever be as dark/bright as the first day for a ... | |
| covering color | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: My tattoo is a heart shape formed by leaves. Inside the heart, the artist used yellow ink. I don't ... A: Marsi- Yellow is generally pretty easy to cover. The yellow could impact the new color slightly, ... | |
| beggining | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: and im 16 :] i have been thinking on becoming a tattoo artist but i dont know how to start. what ... A: Missy- The first step it to take art classes, and you can start in high school. Learn and practice ... | |
| informational | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: can you get a penis tattoo if you have herpes and gential warts? A: Joe- Not sure, I'd discuss this with your medical provider. I know tattoos on lips can cause ... | |
| Koi Fish Tattoo | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I'd like to get a tattoo of a Japanese koi swimming up stream with cherry blossoms floating on ... A: Dawn- I'd recommend visiting tattoo shop or websites in your area and find someone with some ... | |
| Is my tattoo healing right? | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: It has been two weeks since I got my First tattoo, and it is healing (its itchy), but the middle ... A: Nesha- It all sounds quite normal- flaking and dry skin and so on. The colors will always look ... | |
| Tattoo Leak | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I got a tattoo on the top of my foot about a year ago, and the tattoo artist did press to hard on a ... A: Kayleigh- Generally the only way to deal with ink spread is to either alter the design or have ink ... | |
| hypoallergenic tattoo ink | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: apparently with my new tattoo i got i found out that i like alot of poeple am allergic to red. is ... A: Dave- There is no hypoallergenic red ink that I know of. What I've found is that often using a ... | |
| Tattoo | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a rosery tattoo around my ankel and on the top of my foot.I got it over a year ago and ... A: Kait- Generally, once ink is healed without problems, new ones don't appear. Maybe it is just a ... | |
| my tattoo is still "leaking" ink after 9 months | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: I got my 4th tattoo last August, and now (May) it still appears to be leaking ink. It does not ... A: Morgan- Sometimes ink doesn't stay in the boundaries of the tattoo. Tattoo healing is not entirely ... | |
| possible infection | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: hi I recently got some work done about 5 days on a leg piece of a fantasy style phoenix it was a 5 ... A: Daniel- Doesn't sound worrying from what you say, as ever, check in with your artist as s/h is on ... | |
| 2year old tattoo is sore and has scabing. | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: But latley the red part of the butterfly has had a scab on it, the red part and is a little sore. My ... A: Debbie- It could be a red reaction. It might be time to check in with your health care provider ... | |
| tattoo | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: how do i know if my tattoo is getting infected and should it still be painfull 2 days after? A: Will- It is totally normal for the tattoo to be sore for 2-3 days after, mine tend to be sore about ... | |
| how to lighten red. | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: I got a sun tattoo on my back 2 months ago and some of the red faded in the middle and I want to ... A: Erin- It is always good to check in with your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot. It is possible ... | |
| dragon protection | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: I want to get a tattoo around a portait of my parents and want to border it with a dragon that ... A: Leeane- As I said, I'm not a dragon expert or even a color expert. I'd recommend you find someone ... | |
| More than a blowout? | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: My question is: I got a tattoo on my wrist 3 weeks ago. It is just a silhouette of a fish about and ... A: Amanda- I have had the halo-like effect happen both on tattoos I've done and others have done on ... | |
| tattoo i received | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: i just got a tattoo on my wrist and i noticed i got white blister looking bumps.hear to find out the ... A: Shani- White bumps are pretty common on fresh tattoos. Generally they are from over use of, or ... | |
| dragon protection | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I want to get a tattoo around a portait of my parents and want to border it with a dragon that ... A: Leeane- This is not really a question I can answer. There are so many different kinds of dragons ... | |
| allergy | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: heres the pic of my tattoo... it looks worst because of the flash.. the skin is realy shiny and the ... A: Ricardo- My advice is still the same, give your body some time to heal without any additional ... | |
| allergie or i dont now what?? | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: i got my tattoo on January in spain.is in my inner bicep.. at fist it seemed ok but a week after it ... A: Ricardo- It could be that the tattoo had a slight reaction to the bepanthol and I agree, I think it ... | |
| tattoo healing (almost 3 weeks) | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: I had a quick question, I got my tattoo done on my forearm on April 3rd and used aquafor afterwards. ... A: Matt- My guess is that what is going on is a simple loss of ink and all that is needed is a touch ... | |
| tattoo colouring | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: I had the outline of my first tatt done 3 weeks ago and loved it. I went today and had some colour ... A: Donna- How to deal with the color depends on what it is you don't like about the color. If it is ... | |
| Tattoo | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: i have been really exited about learning to tattoo people, but i cant find anywhere that will take ... A: Emma- I'd start by contacting, and perhaps joining, the Association of Professional Tattoo Artists. ... | |
| infected parts of my tattoo | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I just got my tattoo fully done a few days ago. parts of my tattoo got infected. I found this ... A: Derek- I haven't any knowledge of tattoo genie, haven't heard of it. Unfortunately, I cannot give ... | |
| RE-INKING A FAIRLY NEW TATTOO | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: I RECENTLY GOT A TATTOO AND IT WAS DONE IN BLACK BUT IT'S NOT DARK ENOUGH - WHEN IS THE SOONEST I ... A: Carol- A tattoo will look a bit faded through part of the healing, but will get darker once it is ... | |
| dry needling a tattoo | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I've got red reaction on my ankle tattoo. I have had it dry needled. How many times should I have ... A: Cindy- Honestly, I've never used dry needling for allergic reactions, although I understand the ... | |
| Question about 2 month old tattoo still not healed. | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I got an outline tattoo on my leg about 2 months ago. The outline is in red. About a week after i ... A: Mike, I always encourage talking to your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot. (please note, ... | |
| Red reaction keloid scaring | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: I had a small tattoo of the outline of Africa on the inside of my ankle done in ox blood red (they ... A: Lise- First, I'd suggest not putting anything on the scar. It is probably inflamed and sensitive ... | |
| hair free tattoo | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I read your response on waiting a year before you wax a tattoo. But what about nair, or possible ... A: Anne- Actually, I think the response you saw was another artist also answering questions on this ... | |
| raised tatoo | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: I got a tatoo a year ago. It didn't seem to heal right. It is still raised and i feel a pinching in ... A: Lyn- I'm not sure what your question is in this email. Generally, allergic reactions to ink are ... | |
| fragrance free lotion | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I was curious why the lotion recommended for aftercare always says non scented or fragrance free ... A: Shawn- Fragrance and scents have alcohol and other stuff you don't want on a fresh tattoo , but ... | |
| tattooing | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: My question is about tattooing. I have done self studying and self training for tattooing for a long ... A: Debbie- I am not a lawyer so I cannot address waivers, although I'd check with your count/state ... | |
| ink | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: what are the best inks? i want a tat but ive read alot about tatoos and alot of shops use different ... A: Scott- There are many brands of ink, and each artist has her/his favorites. There are so many ... | |
| tattoo lisence | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: what are the requirements in Rhode island A: Luke- Every state and often even each county have different requirements. So I recommend you ... | |
| tattoo | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I just got my first tattoo about three weeks ago. I hasn't smoothed out yet and it doesn't look ... A: If you can check in with your tattoo artist that would good as s/he is on the spot and I am not. ... | |
| Water line? | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: what is a water line? because my ink on my leg started to turn gray and my artist told me it was a ... A: Jay- A water line is when the tattoo is done in water, without ink. It is done on tattoos where a ... | |
| tattoo | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: do u need a special needle to wrk on a scarred tattoo and if yes what kind A: Angele- No you do not need a special needle to work on scars, but you do need an artist who is ... | |
| scarring | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I have many little scars from healed psoriasis. I am determined to get it covered, even if it's with ... A: Chelsea- It is possible to tattoo over scars. Freckles are a fun idea and sounds like it has ... | |
| removal/tat | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: what product is really proven to works on removal of tat? A: Delila- I do keep seeing the products that promise removal of tattoos with creams, but haven't ... | |
| Tattoo | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: k so i bleach the hairs on my stomach because they get dark and i don't wanna shave... then i ... A: Courtney- I'm not sure, to tell the truth, I'd imagine it would not make much of a difference to ... | |
| red and swollen leg | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: so ive read sum of the questions and anwsers about swollen legs from tattoos but i got mine on ... A: Manny- I still wouldn't worry. It is less common to still be swollen and red a week after, but not ... | |
| tattoo on a healed keloid scar AND STRETCH MARKS | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I WANT TO TATTOO OVER STRETCH MARKS AND SOME KELOID SCARS WHICH HAS COMLETELY HEALED AND BECOME ... A: Maddy- I am unfamiliar with these injections so I'd refer you to your health care provider for info ... | |
| tattoo | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a scar on the back of my head which a shave, i was thinking about a tattoo on the my lower ... A: Andrew- Yes the scar can be tattooed over. Talk to artists in your area and see if you can find ... | |
| Tattoo on leg | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I recently (this past Saturday) got a tattoo on my leg between my ankle and knee. It is about 3 ... A: Traci- It is very common and normal for lower leg and ankle areas to swell after getting tattooed. ... | |
| Tattoo pricing | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I would just like to know a guestamated pricing for a tattoo I am about to get. I do have another ... A: Sarah- It really isn't possible to give an estimate. There are so so many variables: body ... | |
| snake and tiger | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm thinking of getting another tattoo and have been looking at different Tiger and Snake Tattoos, ... A: Nina- Tattoo meanings are as varied as the the people who get tattooed. There may be specific ... | |
| bruise after tattoo? | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I just got a new tattoo 3 days ago, right after I got home from getting it I noticed on one spot I ... A: Kelly- Some people do get bruising around tattoos, so it maybe that is what you are seeing. Ink ... | |
| tattoo pain and cramping | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I have eight, rather large tattoos on various places on my body, color and no color. I've always ... A: Ashley- Some people to have some muscle soreness or even cramps after getting tattooed resulting ... | |
| tatoo | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a tatoo on my ankel that i got a year ago. it is about a pinky long and pinky langth. it is a ... A: Brittany- It is not possible for me to really give you a idea of how to cover your old tattoo ... | |
| dry wrinkled tattoo | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I got a tattoo on my leg from a friend 20days ago and I over medicated with a&d because it would ... A: Jose- It is hard for me to say without seeing it, I'd recommend you have your pal take a look and ... | |
| Colored Tattoos on my skin complexion | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: I have read many things such as skin keloiding and what colors look best but i have also heard that ... A: Sean- It is not really possible for me to give too accurate an idea with a photo, your skin seems ... | |
| Scar Tissue | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: I have sever scar tissue on my back and i wanted to know if it could safely be covered up. It is ... A: Ashley- It is very difficult to say without seeing it in person. Many scars can be covered, even ... | |
| Colored Tattoos on my skin complexion | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I have read many things such as skin keloiding and what colors look best but i have also heard that ... A: Sean- I think you are asking about how colored ink looks on darker skin tones. The answer is it ... | |
| covering over a tattoo | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: i got a tatto on Jan. 16th, 2009. It does not look the way i think it should. How long do i have to ... A: Brandy- First, I would give the tattoo a chance to fully heal to see if the problem gets any ... | |
| tattoo | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: My name is Hannah.I only have simple questions to ask.If you may, please send the answers to me as ... A: Hannah- Apologies for the delay. The history of tattooing is long and unfortunately, I'm not well ... | |
| OUCH MY FOOT | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: :) Ok now my problem is that its extremly swollen and kind of a pink purple color on the out side ... A: Jenn- Feet/ankles do tend to stay swollen longer than other parts of the body. Two weeks is ... | |
| tattoo | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I just got my first tattoo about a week and a day ago on my wrist and I peeled it off which I know I ... A: Alexis- First, take a breath. It is unlikely that the tattoo is permanently messed up. The shiny ... | |
| Mixing with white ink | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Does white ink stick better when mixed with other colors? What happens if the body absorbs/rejects ... A: Tim- The issue with white primarily is that it is difficult to see under the skin tone as it is ... | |
| tattoo maintenance | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I know it isnt wise to consume acohol for 3-4 days prior to getting fresh ink.....Is there any ... A: Brian- I generally advise refraining from alcohol consumption for at least 48 hours after getting ... | |
| Skin rash on tattoo outline | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: My tattoo is 7 months old and all of a sudden I have a itchy, stinging line of bumps on the outline ... A: Jesse- I can't think of anything tattoo related that this can be. After 7 months, all healing is ... | |
| keloid | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: I have never got a keloid until I pierced my ears. I want to get a Tattoo but i am afraid it might ... A: Evan- There really isn't an area of the body that doesn't keloid, that said, it does seem ears seem ... | |
| tattoo and keloid | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: I got a tattoo on my chest about 5 years ago and got it touched up about 8 months ago. a couple of ... A: Andrea- I'd be very surprised if it was developing a keloid or any scar. After 8 months, all ... | |
| Recent Tattoo | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: My son recently got a tattoo (3 days ago) He is currently using A&D oitment and antibacterial soap ... A: Donna- Apologies for not getting to you before today. I wouldn't normally recommend a bandage. ... | |
| Cover up | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a large tribal dragon on my right arm, it goes from just below my bicep, to my shoulder. Part ... A: Paul- I'm sorry to hear you are not happy with your tattoo. I'm not sure what "bloggy" means, but ... | |
| why is my tatoo wrinkled? is this normal? | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: i got my first tatoo a week ago and when i got it was swollen and i used a & d oitment on it and the ... A: Marcy- I always suggest you check in with your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot and can see it ... | |
| swolling | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: i got a tattoo on 12/25 on my ankle. it was a bit swollen the next day but today(4days later) is ... A: Brenda- It is pretty common for ankles to swell post tattoo, even over a few days. I'd recommend ... | |
| Tattoo bug bite like bumps randomly around my tattoo | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: There are now about 8 but they are in random spots around my tattoo. They itch and some of them are ... A: India- Sometimes the freshly tattooed skin is more sensitive to lotions/aftercare and can cause the ... | |
| Little Red bumps | 12/26/2008 |
| Q: Ok, I got a tattoo about 5 days ago and at first there was just a couple of little red bumps but ... A: Brittney- It is always good to check in with the artist you worked with as s/he is on the scene and ... | |
| parent consent | 12/25/2008 |
| Q: Ok I'm 16 years old. my mom agreed for me to get a tattoo with my brother and I'm wondering because ... A: Alex- I think most states require a person to be 18 years old to get tattooed, it certainly does in ... | |
| vitamin oil | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: just got a new tattoo about 7h ago and was just wondering if i could use vitamin oil to keep it ... A: Sarah- First, consult the aftercare instructions you received, each artist has preferred aftercare ... | |
| Tattoo looks like it has leaked inside the skin | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: a koi' which has an electric blue colour done about 6 weeks ago. Initially a bruise appeared around ... A: Mark- As always, I encourage you to talk to and show your tattoo to the artist who did it. S/he is ... | |
| I was told | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I asked a local shop for an apprenticeship. They told me it would cost me around $9000. I thought ... A: Russell- I'm not sure what the going rate of apprenticeships these days, but I suspect $9k is ... | |
| Best Cosmetic Pigment | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: In your experience/opinion...what is the best brand of perm make up pigment? I worry clients will ... A: Kerry- Keeping good color is more about getting it right from the start- matching skin tones, being ... | |
| Perm make up (lip colour) | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I just finished a perm make up course. I was not too impressed regarding mixing colours for the ... A: Kerry- I'm not able to say for sure without seeing your technique, the ink, and the lips ... | |
| tattoo infection | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: One question asked about what to do when a tattoo gets infected, and you replied that they should ... A: Dylan- This answer did not come from me, there are more than one tattoo artist answering. I've ... | |
| Tattoo shops in MD | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to find reputable tattoo shops in MD. I have asked around but no luck so far. How can I ... A: Tav- If you aren't getting recommendations, I'd suggest visit shops and looking at portfolios. ... | |
| apprentiship | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: i have been in love creating art since i was a child. What i would like to know is how do i go about ... A: Allie- I'm not a piercer, so not sure about that. I'd say first contact the Associtaion of ... | |
| tattoo inprint | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: i got 2 tattoos today and so far about 8 hours afterwards it is still leaving a faint inprint on my ... A: Martin- It is TOTALLY normal to have tattoo imprints for the first 24-36 hours or so. The skin is ... | |
| Irritated tattoo? | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: Ok so its monday.... on Saturday night i got a fairly large tattoo of a dragon done on my upper ... A: Amanda- If you can check in with your tattoo artist that would good as s/he is on the spot and I am ... | |
| First Tatoo | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I just got a tatoo on my arm (it went all the way around). It is the second day now and I can barely ... A: Jacquie- It is not at all uncommon to be pretty sore the day or two after a bigger tattoo, ... | |
| Tattoo pigment problem | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: So i've been liscenced and tattooing for 3 years, and have been using Millenium inks for some time ... A: Wil- you might try a different brand of yellow, some brands work better for different clients than ... | |
| my tattoo | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: was told to keep it clean and given a cream to apply 6 times a day for 5 days. there is still a ... A: Alison- If you can check in with your tattoo artist that would good as s/he is on the spot and I am ... | |
| African American Tattooist | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking for anything on African American tattoos or tattooist...I found one major AA tattooist ... A: I wasn't sure what your question exactly is, but there is a magazine devoted to tattoos for people ... | |
| Overworked Tattoo | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I think it was overworked and too deep (not sure if that is the same thing). It did get infected ... A: Tammy- The skin may have been overworked, it is difficult for me to tell online. Even if it is, it ... | |
| Overworked Tattoo | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I think it was overworked and too deep (not sure if that is the same thing). It did get infected ... A: Tammy- It is hard to say for sure what happened. It is still healing so you won't know for sure ... | |
| going ovr a tat for the second time | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: i just got my tat but i want it darker how long do i wait b 4 they can darken it? thanks A: Jessica- I think it is best to wait 4 weeks before going back over it. Something to remember is ... | |
| Tattoo | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I got a tattoo like 2 or 3 days ago and where theres supposed 2 be black shading it looks like its ... A: Wesley- Tattoos are a work in progress until healed, so often, particularly with shading, it is ... | |
| tattoo license for missouri | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: what do i need to do to get a missouri tattoo license? A: Licensing laws vary from city to city within each state, and are different for each state. I'm in ... | |
| tattoo in process of removal | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a tribal arm band that I commenced removal of a couple of years ago. I only had one laser ... A: Ann- The first thing I'd recommend is talking to the people who did the laser treatment. I'm not ... | |
| price of tattoos | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I want to get a four leaf clover tattoo about 2 inches tall and 1 inch across can anyone tell about ... A: Amy- It really isn't possible for me to give price online because prices vary in different areas of ... | |
| Tattoo | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: The tattoo i want is about 8 inches long and 2 inches wide. its my name "ALEX" going down the side ... A: Alex- It really isn't possible for me to give price online because prices vary in different areas ... | |
| colour highlights | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: i have just had a koi on my left arm, i have gone for red the tattoo looks good in general but the ... A: Craigo- I can only give general info as I'm not on the spot. Tattooing is like watercolor or ... | |
| tattoo | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: can you still become a tattoo artist if u can berly draw? what if you can watch and draw is that ... A: Sheliza- Not all tattooing requires drawing, but this is changing. With the movement towards custom ... | |
| how old | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: how old do you have to be to get a tattoo A: Chris- It depends on where you live. In California, you must be 18 years old. In some states you ... | |
| Tiger & Dragon Tattoo | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: Could u briefly tell me which r the most appropriate places to put up a tiger & dragon tattoo? A: Placement is very personal and unique to each design, body, as well as personal significance. I can ... | |
| Sore foot Tattoo | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: Good Afternoon, I got a tattoo a week today along the side of my right foot. (which was very ... A: Natalie- If you can, check in with your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot and see what is ... | |
| foot tattoo that hurts | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: My daughter just had her foot tattoo 2 days ago. Today we noticed the yellow part of the bird is ... A: Mari- If you can, check in with your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot and see what is happening ... | |
| covering up an all black tattoo with color | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: is it possible to cover up an all black tattoo of a star with a larger star but putting blue inside ... A: Michael- Maybe. How's that for an answer? I should preface this by saying I tend to be a bit ... | |
| my tattoo is infected | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: i got my tattoo done at home.i have had others done at home by the same person and with the same ... A: Chelsey- It does sound like an infection, increased redness, and yellow pus tend to suggest it. ... | |
| tats | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: what happens if i get a tat on my shoulder and i do alot of weight training and build my muscles ... A: Zac- Tattoos are likely to stretch a bit, for it to be a big deal, you'd have to go from super ... | |
| tattoo cover up | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a tattoo from about 10 years ago that I would really like redone. However, I don't know ... A: Amy- Sounds like some good ideas for the cover. I'd recommend you visit several tattoo shops in ... | |
| business | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: Do you need to have running water in your space? What is necessary for setting up. My facility has ... A: Sydney- Every county has its own regulations, but I think most, if not all, require a sink in the ... | |
| Itchy Tattoo | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I got a tattoo on the top of my foot about a month and a half ago, a little skull, black and pink, ... A: Kat- If you can check in with your tattoo artist, that is a generally a good idea. If it has been ... | |
| Dark spot in 2 week old tattoo | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: About 2 weeks ago, I got my 3rd tattoo. I got a sun on my upper back. The colors used were red, ... A: Marie- Difficult to say without seeing it. I don't think the spine is an issue, I can think of no ... | |
| clear Aloe Vera gel | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: is it ok to use clear, natural aloe vera gel on a new tattoo? I am getting different answers to ... A: Angela- Everyone has something different they recommend. I'd really refer you to your aftercare ... | |
| Recent tattoo is starting to heal but scar | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I just recently got another tattoo on my forearm that now that it is healing it is starting to ... A: Jimmy- It is hard for me to say without being on the stop what exactly is going on. You didn't ... | |
| tattoo problem | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: i just recently got my ankle tattooed. it's placed around my ankle and drapes onto my foot. all ... A: Jennifer- I always suggest talking to your tattoo artist as s/he is on the spot and I am not. ... | |
| tattoo | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: ive gotten a sleeve tattoo about 2-3 months ago. ive been getting alot of pain in my hand recently. ... A: Jr- I can think of no way tattooing would produce the pain you are experiencing. Tattooing is a ... | |
| blistering tattoo | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: My husband got another tattoo about a two years ago. It is blue red and yellow. The blue parts of ... A: Carrie- I've heard of some tattoos getting bumps or bubbly with sun exposure, in all honesty, I'm ... | |
| Custom tattoos | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering how I could get my own custom tattoos done....things that I came up with. A lot of ... A: Kevin- Visit tattoo shops in your area and look at artists' portfolios and find one or two who do ... | |
| 10 year old girl real tattoo | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I saw a video on youtube.com in witch you see a ten year old girl tattooing some body. ... A: George- Well, NO reputable shop, licensed or not, will tattoo a child. Lots of reasons, not the ... | |
| bumps on tattoo | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I got a tattoo 4 months ago (my 4th tat) and this one got infected and really scabbed over. After ... A: Ed- If the bumps and redness stopped and then came back, it might not even have to do with the ... | |
| New tattoo - Bruising or Leaking | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I had a new tattoo done 7 days on the inside of my right bicep, the healing process is going well, ... A: Tony- With out being there, it is hard to say. It could be some bruising (not uncommon inside the ... | |
| Paw Price? | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I would like a tattoo of a paw print three inches in diameter with my dog's name "Sergeant" written ... A: Jacki- It isn't possible for me to give estimates online. I'd recommend visiting 2-3 reputable ... | |
| Tattoo distortion | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I want to get a tattoo on my entire back an left hip to cover my huge birthmark, but im 15 years old ... A: Joseph- It is true that you are still growing and there is a lot of change that will happen to your ... | |
| sterilizing grips and back stems? | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a friend that tattoos at home some times he seems really clean, he always uses disposable ... A: Eric- You have valid concerns. Ink can, and often does, gets into the back stem and the grip is ... | |
| Apprentice | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I have been learning how to do tattoos on fake skin and a couple close friends (that are fully aware ... A: Jordan- It is just not possible for me to advise, or even know what to adivse, long distance. And ... | |
| New Tattoo | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I just got a new tattoo and its been about 5 days now and I started applying lotion because it ... A: Mike- It is always a good start to check in with your tattoo artist, s/he is on the spot. If you ... | |
| new tattoo not healing | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I already have 7 tattoos and just recently got number 8 on my 21st birthday. i got a four leaf ... A: Megan- Hummm, looks a bit odd to me. Two week is long enough that it should be past most of the ... | |
| First Tattoo | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: Hey! I'm about to get my first tattoo of my zodiac sign on my inner lower left hip bone but I'm ... A: First, stop looking at the horror stories. Get info, yes, but if you only look at worst case ... | |
| foor tattoo | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I got my 2nd tattoo on my L foot 4 days ago. The tat is across the top of my foot in the middle kind ... A: Erin- Tattoos on the ankle and foot can be rough the first few days. I usually advise keeping off ... | |
| new tattoo | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I just got a new tattoo on my inner wrist and I am not happy with the way the artist colored my ... A: There could be any number of reasons the color looks incomplete, and you won’t know for sure how it ... | |
| new tattoo | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: just got a new tattoo and wanted 2 know if it was alright 2 use triple antibiotic ointment on it? ... A: I’m not surprised you are getting lots of different answers to your aftercare questions. It varies ... | |
| polynesian tattoos | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a tattoo on the top of my left arm of a gecko i need ideas of what to have round it as it is ... A: I'm not able to suggest design options in this format. I recommend you check out the work of and ... | |
| Tattoo marker pen | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I have been looking for a pen or ink that would not be washed away from skin in two days time like ... A: Hummm, I’m not gonna be too helpful here. I don’t know of any makers that stay for more than a day ... | |
| tattoo | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I got a tat over a year ago, and now I have a lump that is discolored, close to my tat. At first it ... A: Venesha- Seems unlikely that the issue is related to a year old, healed tattoo, particularly as it ... | |
| How long and how much- generally speaking | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I want to get HONOR tattooed on the inside of my left wrist. I was just wondering how long this ... A: Matt- Size and kind of letter will affect how long it take, I'd guess anywhere from 15-45 minutes, ... | |
| Red, sore, stiff week old tattoo | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I got a small inner wrist kanji tattoo one week ago and it is still very sore and tender. It is ... A: Amanda- Sometimes tattoos just take longer and are more sensitive, especially areas with a lot of ... | |
| How To Correct A Tattoo That Bled Outside of Lines | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: I've read a few posts here that told of others having the problem of a tattoo gone wrong with ... A: Dee- It is difficult for me to give specific opinions on it without seeing it, knowing how old it ... | |
| Apprentice | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: NY..I just started apprenticing under a very good artist in my area...this is my question...I ... A: Joe- Sounds like you are doing all you can. Just keep on track with the apprenticeship (a very ... | |
| Tattoo Help PLease | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: i got a tattoo 5 days ago and its totally infected...i was just wondering, will the tattoo heal and ... A: First, if you haven't already, it is probably a good idea to check in with a doctor in case you need ... | |
| tatooing | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: I had melginate melanoma my recent pet scan was clear and finished all treatments. it was in my neck ... A: Barb- Just wanted to clarify my response, it sounds like you need to talk to your doc about if it ... | |
| Tattoo before Pregnancy | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: I am thinking about trying for a baby in about 6 months, but first I would like to get a tattoo. If ... A: Tattoos are very superficial and not at all like a shot. Tattooing implants pigment into the skin ... | |
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Sasha Merritt - Professional Tattoo and Cosmetic Artist
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Tattoo, Permanent cosmetics, Needling, Areola Repigmentation, Tattooing over Scars
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I've been tattooing professionally for 10 years in shops in the US and England. I now own Dragonfly Ink in San Francisco, CA
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Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals
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Apprenticed at Black and Blue Tattoo
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