The Essential Tattoo Guides
Answers to our most frequently asked questions about the tattoo experience, all in one place.
How Long Does It Take for a Tattoo to Heal?
It takes 2-3 weeks for a tattoo to heal completely. During that time, your skin does a lot of things to heal your tattoo — here’s what to expect and what not to expect.
Can You Get a Tattoo While Pregnant?
Getting a tattoo and having a child are choices that define who we are. Big life decisions do not have to be scary, they just mean you should definitely do your research first.
How To Book Your First Tattoo Appointment?
Getting your first tattoo can be a little daunting. This step by step guide will help make this process so awesome, that you won’t be able to quit at just one!
How Can I Get a Tattoo Removed?
Removal of a tattoo takes time, affords patience, and obviously costs money. Tattoodo’s informational guide this time introduces you to laser removal which is the most efficient way to get rid of your tattoo.
How Much Does a Tattoo Cost?
The top factors for the cost of a Tattoo include artist skill and exposure, where you are getting the tattoo done, tattoo design, and size and placement of the tattoo.
What Does the Bible Say About Tattoos?
Are you thinking about getting a tattoo but you don’t want to be labeled a sinner? What does the bible actually say about tattoos?
How Do I Protect My Tattoo from the Sun?
It is important to protect your tattoos with sunscreen when being in direct sunlight for any amount of time.
How Do I Take Care of My Tattoo?
How to care of a Tattoo? As you leave the parlor with your fresh new piece, this is the question you will find yourself asking.
7 Tips & Tricks to Improve Your Tattoodo Tattoo Artist Portfolio
These tips and tricks will help you build an effective, cohesive, and powerfully professional Tattoodo tattoo artist portfolio.
Custom Tattoos: How to Talk Art with Your Tattoo Artist
How can you have the best collaborative experience with your tattoo artist? Here are some smart do’s and don’ts to help you along the way!
Top 10 Tips for Tattoo Etiquette
Walking into a tattoo shop can be intimidating, but we’ve got you covered with this guide to tattoo etiquette!
How to Erase the Past: A Guide to Cover Up Tattoos
If you’re unsure about the right etiquette when walking into a tattoo shop, this guide will cover how you can behave the best.
The Ten Most Painful Places to Get a Tattoo
There’s no way around it, all tattoos hurt! However, certain areas generally hurt more than others. These are the ten most painful places to get a tattoo.
Chest Tattoos: The Definitive Inspiration Guide
Get inspiration for your chest tattoos with this definitive guide on the most popular styles, motifs and the best chest tattoo ideas!
Microblading and Permanent Makeup: The Ultimate Guide
What is microblading? How do you apply nail tattoos? What do freckle tattoos look like healed? We answer all your permanent makeup questions.
Wrist Tattoos: The Definitive Inspiration Guide
Get inspiration for your wrist tattoos: See popular motifs and placements & the best wrist and wristband tattoo ideas
Ankle Tattoos: The Definitive Inspiration Guide
Learn about the most popular motifs & placements and get inspired by the best anklet & ankle tattoo ideas!
Tattoo Style Guides
Traditional Tattoos: The ultimate guide with the best examples
Explore the history, designs and artists within the Traditional tattooing style.
Blackwork Tattoos: Origins, Styles, and Artists
Everything about the origins, styles, and artists who have mastered Blackwork tattoos.
Japanese Tattoos: History, Imagery, Legality and Artists
In this article we explore the history, imagery and artists who practice Japanese tattoos.
Tribal Tattoos: History, Styles, and Artists
In this article we explore the history, styles and artists who keep the tribal tattoo tradition alive.
The Ultimate Guide to Neo Traditional Tattoo Style
Explore the history, influences, and artists within the Neo Traditional tattooing style.
Watercolor Tattoos: Origins, Techniques, Artists and Aging
In this article we explore the origins, techniques, artists and aging of pieces within the watercolor tattoo style.
New School Tattoos: Origins, Styles, and Artists
In this article we explore the origins, styles and artists who work within the New School tattoo aesthetic.
Chicano Tattoos: Roots, Cultural References, and Artists
This guide to Chicano tattoos looks at the historical roots, cultural references, and artists who have mastered the craft as well.
Realism Tattoos: The History, Techniques, Styles, and Artists
In this guide we explore the history, techniques, styles and artists within the Realism tattooing style.
Illustrative Tattoos: The History, Designs, and Artists
In this article we explore the history, styles and artists within the Illustrative tattooing style.