Obviously there is some concern about getting a tattoo because when you get a tattoo, you risk getting and infection, pain and wonder about the possibilities of infectious diseases. The process needs to be better understood.

1. Can I get infectious diseases from tattoo needles ?

There has been some concern recently regarding transmittable diseases particularly Hepatitis-B and AIDS HIV and tattoo shops. Just as in a dentist’s office, as long as the area is thoroughly sanitized, your chances for infection will be greatly reduced.

2. Can I get Aids from tattoing ?

When needles are passed from IDU to IDU and reused without sterilization, some of that blood remains in the syringe and is passed on to the next user. If infected blood is passed, the recepient can become infected with HIV, which leads to AIDS.

Tattoing is VERY different from injecting drugs. The needles used in tattooing are not hollow. They do, however, travel back and forth through a hollow tube that acts as an ink reservoir. The tip of the tube is dipped into the ink, which draws a little into the tube.

3. Can my tattoo’s get infected ?

No as long as you take care of your new tattoo. There is a section in the eBook that covers healing methods in depth. Some people have trouble healing tattoos with colors they are allergic too.
4. What are some bad things for my new tattoo ?

Once it is healed, there is very little that will screw up a tattoo. The one exception is prolonged exposure to sunlight. The other is scarring, but that is patently obvious.

Well, unfortunately it is. The newer inks are better at resisting fading but whatever you do, if you spend lots of time in bright sunlight your tattoo’s will fade over a lifetime, not over a week. Best to try and keep them out of bright sunlight.

Taking good steps in choosing the right tattoo, getting it applied properly and with the proper care is probably the most important things to consider when thinking about getting a tattoo.

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How to choose an tattoo artist ? Here are a few suggestions you should consider.

Needless to say, finding the right tattoist to do your tattoo work is very important to a successfull piece of body art. Remember, this is the only body you have and it can never be taken seriously enough when choosing an tattooist. Here are a few ways you should consider when selecting your tattooist.

1. Read tattoo books and tattoo magazine

There are many different tattoo publications in the book store or library, go buy or borrow a few and look through the materials. The best one will educate you, inspire you and expose you to a wide variety of work from artists all over the world.

2. Talk to your friends, relatives or somebody on the street that have tattoo style you like

Paying attention to other people’s work. Ask the people who had tattoo done about: who did the work for them ? How long ago did they have the tattoo done ? Would they recommend the tattooist to you ? Why and why not ? Tattoo fans are usually very opinionated about artist, styles and trends, they will have a lot to say on these subjects, learn from somebody else’s success or failure.

3. Visit local tattoo parlors

Stop and look around at your local tattoo shops, walk in and ask questions, ask to see examples to the artist’s work. If a tattoo studio won’t let you look around or answer your questions, they are probably too busy to accommodate you at that moment. In this case, make an appointment to come back at an appropriate time.

4. Attend tattoo conventions, tattoo expos and tattoo shows

Attending one of the many annual body-art conventions, expos and shows will give you great opportunities to see many of the artists in your area, as well as artists from all over the world. Go talk to the tattoo artist you think has the best talent for the style you choose, you can probably even get your tattoo done at the scene with a reasonable price.

5. Contact your favourite tattooist via emails or phone calls

Many artists travel extensively and spend time tattooing as “guest artists” in reputable tattoo studios around the world. If you are interesting in getting work by an artist who lives far from you, call or write and ask whether she/he will be coming to your area sometime in the near future. You may save yourself a lot of time and travel expenses, and spend that money on getting the best quality tattoo.

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