Most asked Questions about Tattoos

Tattoos carry inherent health risks that can potentially lead to infections and allergic reactions. However, such risks can be reduced by following precautions like working with single-use disposable needles and sterilizing equipment after use. That is why it’s important to go to a studio that does follow good safety steps.

The majority of people agree getting tattooed hurts, nevertheless there are factors like pain tolerance and the area being tattooed that can affect your experience. Unless you get it somewhere very sensitive like the face, it is bearable. But, not to worry because a good tattoo artist wouldn’t let you get your first tattoo anywhere.

Of course, numbing cream can be used to decrease the amount of pain during a session. It works by numbing the skin and blocking nerve signals. It’s also the best solution to staying still while being tattooed and avoiding any fatal errors. Make sure to inform yourself about the right use of numbing cream. The NoPain cream is an effective cream that can help you through your sessions.

The status in each country is different. In the United States the law requires a person to be at least 18 years old, while in some European countries such as Germany you can get tattooed at 16 with your parents consent. Anyone under the age of 15 or 16 would not get tattooed by most tattoo artists due to safety and responsibility reasons.

When having a cold, an infection or any other illness it is best to reschedule. Since your body needs to undergo a healing process after getting a tattoo. Also being sick means your immune system may be weakened and more vulnerable to infections.

Tattoo artists have the authority to politely refuse the request when the context for example is too offensive or inappropriate. They are not obligated to take on work that doesn’t go well with them. Still they have to maintain professional boundaries with the clients.

When tattoos are well cared for, then they can maintain their vitality for decades. The two main causes of how quickly it fades are sun damage and aging. Of course there are also other factors to consider such as the quality of ink, placement on your body and time. 

The best way to book an appointment is by personally contacting the tattoo artist online by mail or through a phone call. Most tattoo artists don’t like walk-ins, because it’s hard for them to find time for you, while having to take care of other customers who booked beforehand. Make sure to write down in detail everything you want, whether it’s the style, size or type of the tattoo. It would be great to show some pictures too. That way you won’t forget anything and the tattoo artist will be able to better image what you want. Be open to your tattoo artist and don’t shy away from asking questions.

Yes, tattoos can be removed with techniques such as laser surgery, surgical removal and dermabrasion. The most popular one among the techniques is laser removal. It is in fact the safest and most effective tool to remove tattoos with. But you may have to go through several sessions before the tattoo is removed completely.