In case there were not already enough reasons to reconsider getting a tattoo, researchers say there may be one more. A team of international researchers from several European universities have determined that tattoo ink can affect the body’s immune system. […]
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One more reason why not to get a tattoo – they may contain bacteria contaminated ink
If you haven’t heard enough reasons why you shouldn’t get a tattoo, here’s one more to add to the list – bacteria contaminated ink. The ink that is used by your tattoo artist may be contaminated by bacteria. In a […]
Warning: Two new studies show that getting a tattoo can be hazardous to your health
While infections, allergic reactions and possible ink toxicity are known problems that arise from tattoo procedures, we’ve recently learned even more reasons not to consider a tattoo. These come from two new studies – one by researchers in Sweden and […]
Study finds visible tattoos prevent women from getting jobs and, if hired, lead to lower starting salaries
Having a visible tattoo – any visible tattoo even one that isn’t anti-social or gang related – can prevent you from getting a job. And if you’re hired, that tattoo can result in being offered a lower starting salary. Don’t […]
National Gang Center Newsletter focuses on gang tattoos
The summer issue of the National Gang Center Newsletter provides a basic education on gang tattoos – their importance to members, their meaning and symbolism, and where they can be found on a member’s body. And it also mentions the […]
New NYU survey finds adverse physical reactions to tattoos
While most people who come to our website already have tattoos and want to get them taken off, we’ve just discovered one more reason why you may not want to get a tattoo in the first place. And that’s long-term […]
Kaitlyn Harger researches how visible tattoos affect recidivism
It’s certainly no secret that visible tattoos can be an obstacle to success, whether in a job search or in one’s personal life. But they can also land ex-offenders back in prison faster than those who don’t have them. And we […]
Baltimore nonprofit teaches tattoo cover up techniques
A Baltimore nonprofit has come up with a method for dealing with the problem of visible tattoos. And they discovered it in a totally serendipitous way. It all began a couple of years ago, when the Ex-Offender Mentoring Academy and […]
Is a tattoo right for you? Facing the dangers of tattooing
The fact that tattoo removal has been one of our most frequently read blog topics indicates that many readers may be sorry they decided to get a tattoo. And those who may be considering getting inked might want to think […]