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Dan, a self-confessed ink addict and studier of all forms of tattooing and body piercings for over 10 years, is the chief editor here at AuthorityTattoo. While no longer as active in the tattooing and piercing community, Dan still strives to relentlessly improve his knowledge on the various methods of tattooing and body modification throughout the world, and is here to help educate, teach, and advise readers on all things body art related.

Published on: December 1, 2019 | Updated on: October 11, 2023

How Often Should I Put Lotion On My New Tattoo?

Although certain lotions can help a tattoo to heal quicker; applying lotion too often can actually cause problems. We show you exactly how much to use here.

My New Tattoo Is Leaking Ink! Is This Normal?

Getting a new tattoo can be exciting, but not if you wake up to it leaking ink and you’re not sure why. Should you be worried? This article explains all.

Is Cocoa Butter Safe To Use On Tattoos?

Not sure how good or bad Cocoa Butter is for your new or old tattoo? This article will show you the advantages and disadvantages of using it on your ink.

85 Mind-Blowing Star Tattoos And Their Meaning

Star Tattoo Designs & Their Meaning

Body ink is a great way of expressing your personality and ideas. Inking has been around for thousands of years. Star tattoos are very common in the inking industry both as standalone elaborate art or as smaller designs used to add detail to bigger illustrations.

The heavenly bodies have a mystical attraction about them, which is probably why star tattoos are so popular. These tattoos can be used to express varying ideas. Learn about the little modifications you can make on these art pieces to achieve thought-provoking ink illustrations.

It’s not uncommon for a new tattoos to bruise slightly, but excessive bruising could mean a problem. This article describes everything about tattoo bruising

Can You Get A Tattoo While Taking Blood Thinners Or Aspirin?

All tattoos bleed a little bit – but tattooing becomes much more dangerous if you’re currently taking blood thinning medication. Click here to discover why.

How To Clean A New Tattoo And What NOT To Do When Cleaning

Cleaning a new tattoo is extremely important. Not cleaning a tattoo correctly can lead to serious issues. We show you how to clean your new tattoo perfectly