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Does it hurt?
Pain is really relative. Everyone has a different tolerancy to pain. I'm not
going to kid you, though - it does hurt. Just not that much. Some have compared
it to a "hot scratching feeling". But, people would not be returning again and
again for tattoo after tattoo if it hurt that bad! Most of us are not into pain,
but the beauty of the tattoo and the pride associated with wearing it far
outweighs a little pin-stick here and there.
How much is it going to cost?
When it comes to tattoos, you get what you pay for. Yes, there are plenty of
people tattooing out there that will ink you cheap, and you'll be crying to a
real artist to have it covered up. Look for quality, and be willing to pay for
it.
What should I get? And where?
This is all a matter of personal taste. You can get whatever you want, and
whatever your artist is willing to do. You can choose a picture off the wall, or
you can have them create a custom piece just for you. Your only limit is your
own imagination. As far as where you should get it goes, just keep in mind what
you do for work and the type of social circles you are in. You might want to
consider placing your tattoo where it can be easily covered up with normal
clothing.
Is it OK to get a tattoo if I'm sick?
Getting a tattoo when your sick isn't a good idea.
You're going to need your strength and your white blood cells to heal your
tattoo, something your body won't be able to do if it's already doing battle
against virus and bacteria. Not to mention the fact that it's very inconsiderate
to bring your illness into the tattoo studio and risk passing the germs onto
others, particularly your artist. If you have an appointment, call and
reschedule for when you're feeling well again.
Where can I find pictures of tattoos?
If you're getting a tattoo, especially as an expression of your
individuality, why would you want a tattoo just like someone else's? Instead,
find other pictures of what you're looking for and have your artist draw up a
custom design for you.
When is it Safe to Shave Again?
If you've got a new tattoo, especially if you are a woman, the question is
going to come up as to when it's safe to shave again. Of course, guys might need
to know, too, depending on where they got the tattoo and where they usually
shave.
When you get a tattoo, the area will be completely shaved before it's applied,
so at least you're starting off with smooth skin. After a couple days of stubble
and bristly skin, the urge to shave can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, at this
point, shaving is about as brutal on your tattoo as a weedwacker. The wound is
still fresh, and especially if you have any scabbing or raised areas, you run
the risk of damaging your artwork by running a razor across it. Chemical hair
removers are just as bad if not worse - you never want to put anything like that
on a fresh tattoo. Of course, you can shave the area around the tattoo. Be sure
any and all creams, gels and/or hair follicles are cleaned away from the tattoo
immediately afterward. Your tattoo will go through several different stages, one
of the last being the peeling stage. Once the peeling has finished, your skin
will start to regenerate and produce a new protective layer over your tattoo.
Once this new layer has appeared, it is usually safe to shave again. Depending
on your tattoo and your own body's ability to heal, this can take anywhere from
5-10 days in most cases. Do this simple little skin test to see if it would be
safe for you to shave:
Close your eyes and run the tips of your fingers across and around your tattoo.
Are there any bumps? Raised areas? Hard scabs? The tattoo should feel the same
as the skin around it - if you can tell where the tattoo begins and ends or feel
any skin irregularities, you might need to wait a little longer.
Sometimes a tattoo can remain raised slightly for as long as a couple months.
This can be very frustrating and itchy to the wearer. In this case, if the
tattoo is completely healed with no open sores or scabs, an electric razor is
you best option. Even a chemical hair remover would be better than a blade, but
be sure to leave it on for the minimum time required to remove the unwanted
hair. If you must use a blade razor, exercise extreme caution. Your tattoo is so
close to being successfully healed - the last thing you want to do now is open
it up.
Once a tattoo is completely healed, you can shave just like normal without
worry.
Where does it hurt the most?
Well, there are no hard and fast rules about this subject, but based on many
opinions over the years, here are some ideas:
Most Painful Areas:
Men - Abdomen, Spine, Chest
Women - Ankle, Spine, Ribcage
Least Painful Areas:
Men - Arm, Back
Women - Abdomen, Buttocks, Thigh, Shoulder
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