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This was my birthday present to myself for my 37th birthday. My first tattoo. I’ve been thinking of getting one for years and have been too chicken and hadn’t found one that I liked enough to live with for the rest of my life, but started looking a few months back and finally found this one. I made my appointment and got it done, along with a couple of piercings no one but a select few will ever see.
Anyone who tells you that getting a tattoo doesn’t hurt is a lying sack of shit. It hurt. A lot. It took a little over an hour, and I will liken the pain in intensity to hard labor pains – the kind you have after the water breaks. It’s a different kind of pain, but matching in intensity…only instead of coming in waves, it’s constant for an hour!
Tom took an extra long lunch hour and drove all the way from Jacksonville to meet me at the tattoo shop in Springfield to hold my hand an keep my attention elsewhere while I was getting it. I’m SO thankful he did, cuz when he was there, it was much less painful than when he wasn’t…you know how some people are just comforting by their presence? Well, he is, and I thought it was so sweet of him to take a big chunk out of his day to come give me moral support and take care of me afterward when I was all shaky from the pain.
When it was over, I was shaky all over and couldn’t make my muscles relax, so I was glad Tom drove us to go have lunch – and I had a margarita to settle myself down. By the time lunch was over, I’d relaxed a bit and stopped shaking enough that I was fine to drive home.
Tom thinks he’s gonna get blamed for being a bad influence on me since I got the tattoo and the piercings – but truth be told, all were totally my idea – things I’d thought of doing for a long time and just hadn’t ever worked up the nerve. If anything, he told me not to jump into getting anything I wasn’t sure about.
NOT that he’s not quite thrilled with them – just that the idea and the decision was totally my own.
It’s supposed to take anywhere from 2-4 weeks to totally heal, but so far, it seems to be doing pretty well – no big thick scabbing at all yet. Time will tell…
It’s awful purdy though. I like it a lot.
The best part is, I’m all decorated up when I’m nekkid, and yet I look totally normal when dressed! Just knowing I’ve got a little wildness going on under the surface makes me feel a little younger. 
Temples (Bar Length) : 115mm
Signature Ed Hardy tattoo design decorated.
Light weight, Low density
Price: $ 75
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Article by Matty Mathias
If you are looking to have laser tattoo removal performed on a tattoo that you no longer want, it is important to keep a few things in mind. Furthermore, if you are located in the state of Utah, there are many technologies that can either permanently diminish or remove your tattoo altogether. Tattoo removal in Utah is growing in popularity and there are a few things you may be interested in regarding current technology and success rates.
Tattoo Removal Utah: With modern technology, tattoo removal has become much more effective than it ever has. Formerly, a tattoo was indisputably a permanent fixture and now, with modern medical lasers, tattoos can be removed or drastically diminished. Depending on the color of the tattoo, the results can certainly vary. Red and orange inks are easier to break down with the high-frequency light of the lasers. Green and blue-black inks can be tougher to break down and so the immune system may not be able to rid the skin of the ink as well.
Tattoo Removal Utah: Upon arriving at a tattoo removal clinic, a specialist may or may not charge an initial consultation fee. If a fee is assessed, some offices will apply the fee to the first treatment. The consultation will allow the tattoo removal specialist to view your tattoo, its size, colors used, and the type of skin you have. Depending on these factors, a treatment plan can be assessed and costs can be discussed. The total time and cost related to treatments can vary over time as the specialist is able to monitor the progress of the removal.
Tattoo Removal Utah: The care of the skin is very important after treatments since the high-frequency light that breaks down the ink of the tattoo is very powerful and can affect the skin just like a sun burn. Following care guidelines given to you by the tattoo removal specialist is very important if the skin is to heal properly and the tattoo is to be removed or permanently lightened. Since the laser being used is powerful enough to break down the ink within the skin, it is powerful enough to scar and damage the skin of the tattoo site if proper care measures are not implemented and followed exactly.
Tattoo Removal Utah: Tattoo removal clinics can be found all over the state of Utah and offer various lasers which can work for different skin types and tattoo types. It is a great idea to seek out tattoo clinics in Utah which offer different types of lasers so that your tattoo needs can be addressed for its proper and thorough removal. Tattoo removal is at its most advanced level now and with laser tattoo removal, you can be sure that you are receiving the best possible care for your skin. It is vital to look for a tattoo removal clinic in Utah that is the best fit for your specific tattoo type and to familiarize yourself with the type of laser necessary to remove your tattoo.
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Handle with Care
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Finally getting my Apple logo tattoo. For those other graphic designers the size of the tattoo is Times New Roman at 115 point type. w00t!
Article by Renae Katin
After receiving a new tattoo, your artist will apply an ointment and wrap your tattoo in a medical bandage. This is to keep any dirt and debris out of the tattoo. A new tattoo is an open wound, and can be prone to infection if proper tattoo care is not followed.
Remove the bandage from your new tattoo after at least 4 hours (but no more than 12). You should wait to remove the bandage until you can clean it with mild soap and warm water to remove any dried blood or ink that was left after the tattoo process was finished. You will find during this time that your tattoo is probably red, and even raised. Not to worry, this is your body’s natural healing process, cells are rushing to the tattoo site to aid in reconstructing the damaged tissue, and while uncomfortable, no cause for concern. This swelling may last anywhere from 24-48 hours and may be accompanied by some bruising, depending on the location and size of the tattoo. Do not soak the tattoo. Rinse it well, and pat it dry, then allow it to air-dry for 5-10 minutes before applying ointment. You should continue to wash your new tattoo at least 4 or 5 times a day for the first week.
Apply Bacitracin or a tattoo healing ointment regularly throughout the day, massaging a very small amount into the skin to keep the tattoo slightly moist, blot off any excess. The healing tattoo should never stay submerged in water. This means that short showers are fine, but any kind of baths or swimming is not recommended. Do not re-bandage your tattoo after taking the original bandage off; the skin will need to breathe. If you notice small itchy liquid filled bumps appearing after using a certain product, immediately discontinue use, wash the tattoo and let it dry out.
Proper tattoo care requires that you do not wear anything that will rub against your new tattoo. You should only apply ointment for as many days as it takes for your tattoo to peel (like a sunburn), which will be anywhere from 3 days to 1 week. When the peeling begins don’t pick at it. When the tattoo has fully entered the peeling phase you should NOT apply any more ointment. The area will become dry and itchy, and a good lotion should help with this. Avoid creams and lotions that contain fragrances, artificial colors and other unnecessary ingredients that can irritate a healing tattoo. If scabs develop, they can remove the color beneath them. It is very important that they are allowed to dry out completely. The scab will eventually fall off on its own. Never pick or pull the scab. Your new tattoo is an open wound so refrain from actions such as swimming, tanning, removing the bandage early. Be sure to follow these proper tatto care guidelines to ensure your tattoo heals properly. Your tattoo will be with you for a lifetime, and it only takes a week or two of proper tattoo care to keep it looking good forever.
If you continue to notice any bumps or increasing redness after the first few days please contact your local tattoo studio for more information.
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