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Does it hurt?
| Done in a professional setting, getting a tattoo is only mildly irritating, annoying at best. Within a few minutes, the body begins to release endorphins. This eases the discomfort. Most refer to the feeling as a vibrating pinch. The more relaxed you are, the easier the process. |
If I gain or lose weight, will it effect my tattoo?
| Not usually. The skin has a lot of elasticity that naturally adjust for changes in the body. During pregnancies, a woman's abdomen will stretch considerably and tattoos along the waistline will be distorted, but once the body returns to normal, the tattoo will take it's original shape. Deep stretch marks can damage tattoos, but repairs are usually possible. Building muscle won't effect the shape of a tattoo, but can make it look smaller on the enlarged surface area. |
Can a tattoo be removed?
| Yes. Modern laser technology can effectively remove most tattoos within a few visits. However, removal is much more expensive and does leave some slight scaring. Think before you ink! |
Can unwanted designs be covered with another tattoo?
| Yes. Cover-up work can be challenging, depending on the design to be covered, and what the new design will be. Usually the new design has to be larger and darker, but a good cover-up doesn't have to be a solid black square. Only darker colors cover (you can't tattoo "flesh tone" over a tattoo to cover it) But by some imagination, an effective cover-up won't show any of the original design. Names are some of the most frequently covered tattoos. |
What makes a tattoo fade?
| Mainly the sun. Lighter colors tend to fade first; white, yellow, light blue, etc. The quality of pigments used, and how well the tattoo was applied are direct factors in the longevity of a tattoo. A top quality, professional tattoo will last a lifetime with good initial care and a little sun block. |
Are there any areas you can't put a tattoo?
| Heavy callous areas such as around heels, elbows, and fingers are well suited for tattooing. These areas tend to wear fairly quickly and the result is a smudgy-looking blur. Toes and knees are also bad areas to have a tattoo. Remember, tattoos last your entire life, you should place them where they will always look good. |
How long before I can resume normal activities (Swimming, tanning, etc) after getting a tattoo?
| About two weeks. Within a couple of days a light, dry, flaky layer of skin will develop over the tattooed area. Maintain a small amount of A & D ointment on the skin during this period to keep it from getting dry and itchy. Most flaking will end in about a week resulting in a shiny wrinkled layer of new skin. Once this happens, you can return to your normal activities If any smaller spots take longer to heal, wait until they are done. |
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