Why Do Tattoos Look Dull When Healing?

When deciding to get a tattoo, we like to imagine a vibrant art piece on our skin—the deepest blacks and brightest colors. The reality, however, is slightly different, or at least it is while the tattoo is new. If this is your first tat, it may surprise or even worry you that its complexion isn’t … Read more

Why Does My Tattoo Look Milky?

Whether you’re getting your very first tattoo or adding another one to the collection, it’s natural to be concerned about the healing process. One thing many people may notice as their tattoo heals is a milky looking appearance.  Naturally, this can be very concerning. Is the milkiness caused by an infection, or something worse? Is … Read more

Why Does My Tattoo Feel Tight?

Everyone reacts differently to tattoos. While there is a standard healing process that the body goes through after getting a new tattoo, each person is unique and may heal differently than the next.  One of the most commonly asked questions in regard to tattoo healing is about the feeling of tightness around the tattoo site. … Read more

Why Does My Tattoo Smell Bad?

While leaving the tattoo parlor with fresh ink may seem like the end of your tattoo journey, it actually signals the beginning of a new process: healing. For the next few weeks, it’s critical to follow the instructions given to you regarding care and cleaning to ensure the healing process goes smoothly. Most tattoos heal … Read more

Why Does My New Tattoo Sting?

No one is immune to pain after getting a tattoo. Stinging is usually intense pain that happens while the artist is tattooing, as well as after the work is complete. Since tattoos are open wounds, your body will naturally react to the wound or injury with bouts of pain and discomfort. Stinging, itching and irritation … Read more

Why Does My New Tattoo Burn?

You’re finally home after getting your first tattoo. It’s been a long journey, but you’ve done all the leg work. You found the right tattooist, and the two of you worked together to produce a tattoo that matches your unique personality and sense of style.  That initial rush of euphoria starts to wear off the … Read more

Why Does My New and Healing Tattoo Look Faded?

So, you got your first tattoo, and you kept up your aftercare regimen. You enjoy having your new tattoo out for everyone to see and even though it’s been a little while, you’re still enjoying all of the compliments.  One day you notice that your tattoo is starting to fade. The colors don’t seem to … Read more

Why Does My Tattoo Look Blurry?

You’ve had your tattoo for two years, or maybe a little longer. At first, the tattoo held its color and shape, it looked great. Now, it doesn’t look so outstanding.  You don’t know why but lately the tattoo has started to fade in spots, while in other areas it just looks strange. It even appears … Read more

Why Does My Tattoo Look Patchy?

If your new tattoo is starting to look patchy, you have nothing to worry about. A tattoo is really nothing more than localized skin trauma. Typically, around five to seven days after getting a tattoo, the traumatized skin develops a thick layer of scabbing, and when this scabbing begins to flake away, the area can … Read more

Why Does My Tattoo Look Wrinkly?

Sometimes, the only thing more uncomfortable than getting a tattoo is dealing with all of the aftercare. If the brand new tattoo you were so excited about just a couple of weeks ago now looks a little wrinkly, don’t panic.  While your new tattoo’s wrinkles are nothing to worry about, having a consistent and straightforward … Read more