Tattoo Checklist Before Getting a Tattoo

ahead with the tattoo, be prepared to take full responsibility should everything go wrong. There are different kinds of allergic reactions to tattoos. Some produce only minor and manageable itchiness or skin irritation. Some result in rashes or swelling. It can also result in small lumps forming around the tattooed area. Even if you don’t have a history of skin allergies or allergies in general, it would be wise to pay close attention to how your body reacts while getting tattooed. Call for a timeout as soon as you feel something unusual. And, if necessary, don’t hesitate to abort the mission. Artist portfolio and credibility Before settling on a specific tattoo artist, make sure that you did research on his or her background. More specifically, his or her portfolio. Artists typically display their works inside the tattoo shop to allow customers to immediately gauge their skills. The internet has also made it a lot easier for people to look into artists. People can easily check feedback and reviews in social media pages and forums. Not all artists are proficient in all kinds of tattoo designs, however. Some artists specialize in watercolor and abstract designs, which are very popular among younger people. Others specialize in traditional Japanese tattoos or black-and-gray tattoos. If you have a specific design, make sure to find an artist that really knows how to work on it. Be careful when researching, though. There are artists who put up works that don’t belong to them in order to attract more customers. Having friends who already have tattoos is also an advantage when scouting for artists. You can ask them for referrals or recommendations. A good friend won’t let you fall into the wrong hands, so to speak. Reference tattoos-intro, Feb 2019 | A Brief Introduction to Tattoo Art | tatring.com | Retrieved 01 May 2019 https://tatring.com/getting-tattooed/A-Brief-Introduction-to-Tattoo-Art The Department of Health, June 2011 | Health Body Art | health.gov.au | Retrieved 02 May 2019 http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ohp-bbvs- bodyart2011 Dan | Getting A First Tattoo | authoritytattoo.com | Retrieved 04 May 2019

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