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Tattoo History In the USA

During the late 1950s through the 1960s and into the 1970s, tattoo artists like Zeke Owen, Good Time Charlie, Cliff Raven, Lyle Tuttle, Ed Hardy, Leo Zulueta, Don Nolan, Mike Malone, Spider Webb, Ernie White and others began to take tattoos mainstream. As a result,...

Piercing Aftercare

How do you take care of a body piercing? 1. Always wash your hands before cleaning your piercing. Clean Everyday: Use warm saline solution or specialized piercing cleaning solution (never use alcohol or hydrogen peroxide as they can cause tissue damage).2. Do not...

What are the various types of tattoo machines?

1. Coil Tattoo Machines: The most common type of tattoo machines, known for their adjustability. They use electromagnetic circuits to move the machine’s needles.2. Rotary Tattoo Machines: Utilize a spinning motor to move up and down the machine’s needle. This...

American traditional tattoos, also known as Old School or Western tattoos, are characterized by their distinctive style. Here’s what makes them unique: 1. Bold Lines: American Traditional tattoos typically feature bold and thick black outlines. These lines are...

What are the classic tattoo styles?

Classic tattoo styles encompass various traditional and enduring techniques, including: Traditional or Old School: Characterized by bold, thick black outlines, bright colors, iconic designs like roses, eagles, skulls, lovely ladies, anchors, etc. This style is deeply...
How to take care of your tattoo.

How to take care of your tattoo.

My tattoo artist use Tegaderm bandage on my new tattoo what is the best way to care for my new tattoo? 1. Leave the Tegaderm bandage on for 4-7 days: The main purpose of Tegaderm is to protect your new tattoo from environmental contaminants while also allowing it to...