Monday

Tattoos: Not Just For Bikers Anymore

In the distant past, tattoos had the smallest shred of acceptance, primarily based on the people who wore them. When soldiers returned to the United States after being abroad, it was difficult to avoid too much negativity about the names of their loved ones or  Mom and Dad , emblazoned on their arms again. It is likely that the admission is more for support than the tattoo, but had the tattoos not reached a degree of respectability to the American public in general. Because syphilis was more widespread, and the less-than-sanitary tattooing procedures to add to its increase, New York City eventually banned tattooing, and not re-create the practice of law until 1997.


If contempt for the army began to spread across the United States, as a new counterculture. For most Americans in that time period, the word  tattoo  stands for those outside the mainstream of America, thumbing their noses at society. It brought to the edge element of unwanted thoughts, the well-movie  Easy Rider , to the infamous Hells Angels . Fat people riding bikes and unpleasant artwork displayed in various parts of their bodies - bikers were only  cool  among their own kind, and thought of in a very unfavorable light by most of the U.S. population. In general, tattoos were limited to the range of individuals, and both Bikers and their sleeves , was something the people in general prefer to do without.


Although in some locations, especially those with Navy bases, tattoos remained a moderate degree of acceptance enjoyed in the seventies, but still not considered a respectable means of personal expression within the mainstream population. The younger generation who lived in these areas, with the usual curiosity of youth, often visited tattoo parlors and began to make tattoos a part of their lifestyle. Since these were mostly young adults whose drug use and lifestyle among too much alcohol, they embrace the practice of tattoos do not help in convincing the older generation that there is something positive about it. A tattoo artist who practiced in the naval town of Port Hueneme, Calif., noted that the nature of the persons whose lifestyle included tattoos are the kind of people that  not usually make it forty years old.


Also commented that the tattoos are  fever , said he shed some light on the most negative aspects of this practice. Although the law is not intended to artists such works on people in a drunken state to do his clients were usually one of two categories: those who requested tattoos, and severely under-the-influence, and the Fainter. His tattoo studio had a large bank in favor of the latter. Young drug users and navy men, most of its customers.


It was not until the early eighties that tattoos began to get positive exposure. The Long Island based band , The Stray Cats , appear on the cover of music magazine Rolling Stone, not only to achieve this, the rockabilly music style back into popularity it was also one of the first steps in helping tattoos have broad appeal. In step away from the rough music of that time period, the Stray Cats  scope was that of good clean music and Good Clean Fun, and tattoos were a part of that image. Suddenly everyone wanted a part of it all, like the tattoos, and although it often to the chagrin of the older generation, tattoos began less negativity associated with it.


If tattoos are not only connected to the counter-culture, they began to appear at all. In subsequent years they began to see Americans on average across the United States. Tattoo studios emerged in cities that colleges and universities had tattoos which an accepted part of life for students. If the people in that age group became older, their tattoos have remained, and the interest in the development of newer tattoos among the younger generation. In most parts of the United States are now commonplace, and considered just a basic form of self expression.

Tuesday

Tattoos Things to know about

Tattoos are created by injecting ink through the skin. Tattoo artists accomplish this by using an electric powered tattoo gun that almost sounds like a dentist drill uses. The tattoo gun has a needle that moves up and down, putting the ink into the skin around 2,000 times per minute. The needle of the gun punctures the skin and deposits a small drop of ink in each hole.


The tattoo machines of today have several basic components. The sterilized needle, tube system, electric motor and pedal are all good examples. The pedal is extremely important to the tattoo gun, as it controls the vertical movement of the needle will make. It resembles a pedal used with a sewing machine, except that determines how the needle will work.


One of the biggest concerns regarding tattoos has always been safety. Tattoo machines work by puncturing the skin and injecting ink into the tattoo site. Whenever you're dealing with drilling, there is always the risk of infection and disease. Because of these risks, tattoo applications are always focused on safety. Tattoo artists always use sterile equipment, disposable materials u200b u200be proper sanitation to ensure protection for themselves and their customers.


To help prevent the risk of contamination, almost all materials such as tattoo ink, ink cups, needles and gloves are single use. Needles should never be used a second time, which often can lead to infection. Most single-use products will arrive at the tattoo studio in sterile packaging where the artist can open it in front of you before he begins his work.


Before getting the tattoo, tattoo artists always wash hands with soap and water and check for bruises and cuts. After doing so, they will clean and disinfect their work area with appropriate disinfectants. As they do, they usually explain what they are doing and how the sterilization process. After having cleaned the area, then they will start opening their equipment from the sterile boxes. After the artist has opened everything, he will shave the area for the tattoo and disinfect it with water and soap.


Once he starts the tattoo, the pain will depend on your tolerance. Some people say it feels like being depressed, while others describe it as a slight poking with needles. His pain tolerance in general, the location and size of the tattoo and the experience of the artist are all factors that contribute to how much pain you feel. The site is extremely important. If you get a tattoo in a sensitive area - it will probably hurt a little more.


The artist cleans the tattoo throughout the process, and again once it has finished. After he finished, he will put some ointment on the tattoo and cover it. He will also explain how you should take care of it and what you can and can not do. Most tattoo artists will give you a sheet to take home that contains detailed instructions on how to care for your new tattoo. If you have any questions, you should not hesitate to ask when it will further instructions from their care.


When you get home, you should always follow the instructions. Caring for your new tattoo is very important and may very well determine your risk of infection. Tattoos can be a great thing to have, providing you take care of them. Keep in mind that the tattoo may be sore for a while - although in a few days to heal.

This things you must know before you get a Tattoo.

Saturday

A Tattoo?! Are You Crazy?!

It certainly does not have to be a sociopath to get tattoos or the appearance of a tattoo means that a person is one. However, numerous studies have shown that most sociopaths do have tattoos as one of the strongest common factors. In addition, a well known crime writer said in an interview that each of the many mass murderers he had spoken with had several tattoos. For many people, tattoos are no negative connotations for those who already have serious personality defects, tattoos are often a highly visible symbol of it. For those in the latter category, all about tattoos has a completely different purpose and meaning than it does to most - why they feel the need to obtain, and what they represent.

Psychologists tend to refer to tattoos as "body modification", and most have two very strong opinions and knowledge about how tattoos are connected to those in the minority. At the more clearly defined, the psychologists say that for those who already show signs of personality defects, tattoos are just an extension of anti-social personality. It is said that this type of people involved in drug use, promiscuity and violence, simply make tattoos a part of that particular lifestyle.

Psychologists say that these features, along with tattoos are associated with subclinical psychopathy. In clearer terms, this segment of the population, tattooing is another means of "thumbing one's nose" in society, and show a sense of self-importance. As one of the foundations of sociopathy is to refuse to comply with what is generally considered acceptable behavior. given that tattoos still have some degree of negativity associated with them are particularly attractive for those who already have serious personality problems. For these people, acquiring tattoos is primarily a means of challenging the conventional aggressive.

The use of tattoos in this way, it also presents a "tough" image. The problem with this is when one uses what most people are relatively harmless to describe a sensation of hardness, it is rare that the individual in question will stop at art. For a person who connects tattoos with toughness, aggressive behavior is also a very real possibility.

While this fact is relevant to sociopaths in general, and can not afford to ignore, which leads to even darker side to those who commit serious crimes. In the investigation of serial murderers, a connection is much worse tattoos. Continuing with the factors already evident in sociopaths, are additional factors to cause bodily harm and refusing to let go. In simpler terms, these individuals gain tattoos - often by their own efforts - both as a means of expression of hatred and as a means of permanently holding the objects of their hatred.

On a scale slightly smaller but still important, since most people fall into the categories of sociopaths and violent criminals were subjected to severe abuse in childhood, it is important to note that it is not uncommon at all for that will, as adults, tattoos with the name or a symbol representing her abusive father.

When the facts of this type are taken into consideration, although much of the population is not aware of it, it's no surprise that tattoos as a negative reputation. While most people in the United States decide no reason for tattoos and no negative reasons behind it, learning that tattoos are a common standard among sociopaths and serial murderers tend to give a less than desirable quality to the whole thing.

Wednesday

Tattoos are an addiction?

There are two parts of this error. Both play an important role in giving a bad name to the subject of tattoos and people who choose to get them. The first is that people are addicted to tattoos themselves, the second misconception is that people are addicted to the process of making - in particular, are "addicted to pain." One might wonder the mindset of someone who says latter view, but certainly offers a good range of misconceptions about the whole thing.

A tattoo artist, saying that tattoos are a "fever", he referred to the simple, if odd, enjoyment of many of their customers should be able to spend money to buy permanent artwork for themselves. "I think I'll get another" was something you hear in your studio. This was not an "addiction" by any definition of the word. Nor, in his decades of practice as a tattoo artist, so a customer never even remotely enjoyed the discomfort of the tattooing process.

The word, and poor application of tattoos, is often shaken by those who know very well what the word "addiction" really means. Addiction is an obligation, something that a person has no self-control. Addiction can not differentiate between a "want" and a "necessity." The number of people who have addictions - drugs, alcohol, behavior, etc. - can also become addicted to tattoos. However, it is certainly the case for most people who decide to get. Most people who get tattoos do so simply because they want, they have a weakness of character which leads addicts in the position of being forced to do something.

The concept of tattoos a person because he or she is addicted to pain and therefore enjoys the painful process of being tattooed can only come from one of the most ignorant or those who have some personal problems of their own.

Unfortunately, these two misconceptions shed a very negative light on both the issue of tattoos and people who use them. A bad reputation do not deserve, as is almost never any fact in either point of view. While some people get tattoos with less desirable motives, most people do without negative attachment to either the tattoos or the process whatsoever. The conclusion is that if you find someone who is trying to convince you that getting tattoos is an addiction, you've probably found someone who really is an addict and does not realize that most people are not.

Saturday

Temporary Tattoos or Permanent Body Art,what´s the right choice?

Funky hairstyles, piercings and tattoos are the declaration of the youth (also quite a few adults). Everyone wants to stand apart from the crowd and wants to be noticed and there are many ways to do it. Tattoos of his body is only one of them. Some - get it done for shock value or to draw attention instantly. Tattoos proclaiming rebellion through weird drawings or just love a love with a heart and arrow, you can wear your heart on your sleeve, literally! Tattoos allow you to get in touch with the playful and creative side of his personality, but even gives you a platform to express their anxieties.

But do they have any relevance in today's society? You bet. Just think about it. If you have ancestry dating back to the Aborigines in Australia who actually get to flaunt their wealth.

As we all know, tattooing has come to be regarded as an art form. Body art is as popular as a means of any other art form. What was once common practice alley viewed with suspicion and contempt filled now held in high esteem.

Other important benefits are that tattoo helps to camouflage bad skin and baldness, but also known to hike self-esteem (especially in women) and trust. It also helps to foster a spirit of unity and belonging. However, permanent tattoos, is not without its drawbacks. Tattooing has been celebrated as the number one culprit for spreading the deadly hepatitis C virus, for instance.

Most tattoo artists are not fully aware of the toxic levels of dyes and chemicals used during the tattoo process. Sure, your tattooist may be consistent needles and putting on disposable gloves, but may not be necessarily addressing the toxicity of the dyes used. Please note that 'raw' dyes and colors can give HIV infection, leprosy and melanoma, not to mention ulcers and a host of skin problems.

When you walk into that popular tattoo parlor in your neighborhood, next time, you have to pre-insure its owners follow the rules of strict health and hygiene. Or better yet, you can go in for temporary tattoos.

Just think about it: what you really need heavy bandages to restrict their movement, even when you just want to zero to inaccessible places, itchy? Do you really want to feel anxiety of thinking that the disease could be contracted by the foreign element that has just entered your body?

Consider another fact: permanent tattoo proclaiming his ex-love will not be a pleasant sight to your current love interest. Worse, you could be rejected by a coveted job because the interviewer does not agree to striking tattoo marks you give your personality. More alarming, some symbols might get misinterpreted in other cultures and, unknowingly, you could become an unnecessary victim of hate crime. What to do in these cases? Go on an expensive laser hair removal solution and extremely painful? Or the even more intense pulsed light therapy?

The good news is that alternatives are much cheaper and available absolutely painless. These are, as you know them, temporary tattoos. As the name suggests, temporary tattoos do not have a lasting effect on the skin. Because the dyes used are glued to the skin with the help of adhesive does not irritate the skin, tattooing becomes a painless exercise. Temporary tattoos are also considered safer compared to reality, while reservations have been expressed in some quarters.

Steadily increasing in popularity is the airbrush mode of temporary tattoos. The basic operating principle here is to place a template on the skin patch, which is filled by the painting of the airbrush gun. In addition, the template can use the same for temporary henna tattoos and Glitter tattoos.

What are the advantages of temporary tattoos? First, it is absolutely painless, although the airbrush instrument points towards you and not threatening, like a real tattoo gun.

Temporary tattoos are also comparatively much safer, because the colors are painted on the skin and not under it. This means that you will not get pus or blood oozing from multiple points on the skin. Make sure you approach someone who enjoys good reputation in the business.

These fake tattoos can be self applied anywhere on your body. You can buy any available design and tattoos, and transfer the water through their skin. Temporary tattoos, which are not different from water transfer tattoos are available as brightness and crystal tattoos. You just need the box, his supporting role, and apply any part of your body. The best part is, if you buy the tattoos of a reputable company, the adhesive used is also completely safe for the skin.

Finally, you can remove the temporary tattoos at will with the help of oil or cream. Most temporary tattoos will stay on for weeks or less and gradually fade.

Therefore, make a decision: Do they now want to go through the agonizing pain just to get that permanent splash of color in your body and remain bandaged for days with the possibility of infection?