Tattoos have a long and storied history that date back thousands of years. They have been applied for decoration, symbolism, rites of passage, religious devotion, status, fertility, talismans, ...

A tattoo is the ultimate blend of art, creativity, and self-expression — a means of decorating your body in a way that feels personal to you. When considering getting some new ink, the first decision ...

Tattoos are personal—stories etched into skin, snapshots of identity, reminders of who we were or who we’re becoming. But sometimes, life asks us to hide them: work events, family dynamics, weddings, ...

Three tattoo artists spoke to Insider about how to make getting inked hurt less. They suggested numbing cream, but it's worth noting that it could wear off during long sessions. They also suggested ...

“I’ve tattooed plenty of nipples,” says Deanna James, owner of Eden Body Art Studios and star of Ink Master on Paramount+. The award-winning tattoo artist is referring to the areolas of the Baroque ...

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