Post by Maestro on Sept 9, 2007 19:49:23 GMT 5.5
What’s the first thing you think about when you see a blazing dragon, or Japanese inscriptions adorn the arm or shoulder? Wish you had one too! But you’re unwilling to go ahead with it, knowing that there will be a certain amount of pain to endure. Besides, it is a permanent statement and you might outgrow it after a while.
Tattoos have had a long history, and have covered a large portion of the human body. Arms, backs, shoulders, stomachs, bottoms have seen it all, but now tattoo has begun to claim newer territories like ears, and lips, and eyelids. And then again, you have the occasional Harley Davidson, leather clad bohemians with no patch of clear skin to spare.
What makes the inscribed insignia so alluring and why does it scream ‘intrigue’? For you, a tattoo may just be a sexual statement; for someone else, it may embody her view of the world. For yet another, the image of a serpent or a nymph on a body part may well produce an erotic effect - quite unlike any physical sensation.
One’s state of mind might provide some clue to why one wants a tattoo. It equips you with exciting hidden senses and mind power you never knew you had, that, until the embossed brand, lurked only in the dark recesses of your mind, silently prompting you to unleash them!!
Tattoos may have their own appeal and allure but there are some things you ought to know before you make up your mind to get one.
What it is
A tattoo is made through the medium of ink, which is injected into the dermis through a needle attached to a hand-held tool (the most popular device). As the cells of the dermis are more stable than those of the epidermis, the stain of the tattoo lasts longer.
How safe is it
The safety depends on the salon you choose. If it is a rundown place that follows unhygienic methods, there is a risk of infections. With the rise of chic and fashion-conscious parlours, the importance of safe methods has gained ground. It makes sense to choose a reliable place and enquire about their sterilisation process. Make sure the artist uses disinfectants and a new needle and that he wears gloves. If you don’t ask questions, you might endanger your health.
How is it done?
The outline of the tattoo is first drawn onto the skin. Then the artist uses a single-tipped needle to fill in the stencil.
What about the pain
A lot depends on your capacity to bear pain and the size and type of the tattoo, the area that is to be tattooed and the skill of the artist. The sensation involved is most often described as ‘a series of tiny pinpricks’.
How should a tattoo be looked after?
The artist will tell you about the after-application safety measures.
Get yourself a tattoo only if you really want one. According to statistics, almost 50% of the people who get tattoos done, regret it after a period of time, and try to get it erased. Tattoo erasure is more expensive and tedious than tattooing itself. Erasure is not very successful. The tattoo doesn’t disappear completely, it only becomes lighter Think about it. At the age of 40, you might want to create a respectable look for yourself, but the tattoo that seemed so attractive in your twenties may mar the image.
But if you have made up your mind, go ahead and get yourself a tattoo and let the world read your mind!
Tattoos have had a long history, and have covered a large portion of the human body. Arms, backs, shoulders, stomachs, bottoms have seen it all, but now tattoo has begun to claim newer territories like ears, and lips, and eyelids. And then again, you have the occasional Harley Davidson, leather clad bohemians with no patch of clear skin to spare.
What makes the inscribed insignia so alluring and why does it scream ‘intrigue’? For you, a tattoo may just be a sexual statement; for someone else, it may embody her view of the world. For yet another, the image of a serpent or a nymph on a body part may well produce an erotic effect - quite unlike any physical sensation.
One’s state of mind might provide some clue to why one wants a tattoo. It equips you with exciting hidden senses and mind power you never knew you had, that, until the embossed brand, lurked only in the dark recesses of your mind, silently prompting you to unleash them!!
Tattoos may have their own appeal and allure but there are some things you ought to know before you make up your mind to get one.
What it is
A tattoo is made through the medium of ink, which is injected into the dermis through a needle attached to a hand-held tool (the most popular device). As the cells of the dermis are more stable than those of the epidermis, the stain of the tattoo lasts longer.
How safe is it
The safety depends on the salon you choose. If it is a rundown place that follows unhygienic methods, there is a risk of infections. With the rise of chic and fashion-conscious parlours, the importance of safe methods has gained ground. It makes sense to choose a reliable place and enquire about their sterilisation process. Make sure the artist uses disinfectants and a new needle and that he wears gloves. If you don’t ask questions, you might endanger your health.
How is it done?
The outline of the tattoo is first drawn onto the skin. Then the artist uses a single-tipped needle to fill in the stencil.
What about the pain
A lot depends on your capacity to bear pain and the size and type of the tattoo, the area that is to be tattooed and the skill of the artist. The sensation involved is most often described as ‘a series of tiny pinpricks’.
How should a tattoo be looked after?
The artist will tell you about the after-application safety measures.
Get yourself a tattoo only if you really want one. According to statistics, almost 50% of the people who get tattoos done, regret it after a period of time, and try to get it erased. Tattoo erasure is more expensive and tedious than tattooing itself. Erasure is not very successful. The tattoo doesn’t disappear completely, it only becomes lighter Think about it. At the age of 40, you might want to create a respectable look for yourself, but the tattoo that seemed so attractive in your twenties may mar the image.
But if you have made up your mind, go ahead and get yourself a tattoo and let the world read your mind!