Septum Piercing Bleeding: Causes and Treatment

Septum piercings are big news and currently the most on-trend piercings around. The piercing itself actually goes through the nasal septum, which is the skin between the nostrils.  As with all piercings, there will be an element of pain and bleeding. You are having a needle inserted into your skin so a little discomfort or … Read more

Nose Piercing Bleeding: Causes and Treatment

As with your ears, the nose has lots of tiny blood vessels that will bleed with the smallest of injuries, rubbing or scratching. Your nose is mostly made up of cartilage and the needle will be going straight through this tissue which means there will always be a small amount of pain and bleeding.  But … Read more

Using Tea Tree Oil on Nose Piercing Bumps

Nose piercings may be great fashion statements but if they’re not looked after properly, you can have all kinds of problems. Aftercare is as important as the piercing procedure, and you need to make sure your piercing is cleaned every day until it’s fully healed.  Tea tree oil comes from the Australian tea tree and … Read more

What Is an Appropriate Age to Get a Nose Piercing?

Nose piercings are a big fashion statement and are increasing in popularity for both girls and boys. However, this is a big commitment as it’s a highly visible body part to get pierced and needs lots of aftercare to heal properly. The appropriate age to get a nose piercing is dependent on each individual and … Read more

What Are the Pros and Cons of a Nose Piercing?

Nose piercings are highly fashionable and are only increasing in popularity with many girls and even plenty of guys getting the procedure done.  Nose piercings have a long cultural history, dating back to 44,000 B.C in Australia, where the Aboriginals had hand-carved ornaments inserted through their septum. In India in the 1500’s it became the … Read more

Popular Tattoo Trends to Avoid

You have decided that you want a tattoo but what kind of design will you have and where will the tattoo be on your body? This is a big decision and a very personal decision. Everyone has an opinion but it’s you that has to live with the tattoo. You don’t ever want to regret … Read more

Why Are Tattoos So Expensive?

A tattoo is a unique piece of art placed on your body. It’s permanent and as such you want it to be the best quality and the best looking tattoo ever seen. Good tattoos can be expensive but you do get what you pay for. All tattoo studios price their tattoos slightly differently. Some charge … Read more

Do Tattoos Shops Take Credit Cards?

After you have your first tattoo, you may say no more. However, it can become quite addictive and if you do start to get more tattoos, it can become an expensive hobby.  With that in mind, how do you pay for your tattoos? The cost can run into thousands of dollars if you are wanting … Read more

Walk in Tattoos: What to Know Before Getting One

A walk in tattoo is when you’ve not made an appointment and just turn up on the off chance that the tattoo artist can fit you in. However, this is not necessarily a spontaneous decision, and nor should it be. You still need to prepare beforehand.  Some people don’t want to book an appointment for … Read more

Where Should a Sleeve Tattoo Start and End?

A sleeve tattoo is a big commitment that needs lots of planning beforehand. You should research the different types of sleeve tattoos to make sure that you know what’s involved. A full sleeve is a highly visible tattoo that will be with you forever so it’s important that you know what you’re getting yourself into.  … Read more