Considerations
A tattoo is a permanent marking in the skin. The application is done
with a tattoo gun,
whi
which is an electric insturment that propels needles in and out of your
skin. Dye travels
along the needles, not inside, and is deposited into the pigment cells,
thereby dying them.
The results upon healing vary depending on several factors. The receptivity
of your skin
cells to the dye, your skin's own natural pigmentation, the texture of
your skin, the
following of after care directions, even the reason for getting the tattoo
can affect the
outcome.
You do not bleed much. The pain involved is dependant upon your own
personal
pain tolerance level, most calling it "uncomfortable" rather than painful.
Some body
locations hurt more than others, depending on the person. The use
of alcohol prior
to tattooing tends to increase the pain because you're less able to concentrate
on
something else.
There are currently about 8 different removal methods, from dermabrasion
to lazer
removal. Each leaves scarring. Using another tattoo to "cover-up"
an existing tattoo
is an option available for those who don't want one that they already have.
Tattoos
can be used to hide, or disguise scars, to even out skin pigmentation or
to add perma-
nent cosmetics.
Like it or not, we each have to live within society to one degree or another.
Therefore
your choice of design or location can be life altering. We will help
you make wise choices
but ultimately the responsibility is yours. Remember, tattoos are
virtually permanent.
