Useful tips 

When was the first tattoo made?

Michael Wilson

When was the first tattoo made?

The oldest evidence of human tattoos is believed to be from between 3370 BC and 3100 BC. Otzi the Iceman was discovered in September 1991.

Do small tattoos blur?

All tattoos fade and blur a bit over time, say the artists. Tattoos on certain parts of the body can fade faster. Fingers, feet, knees and elbows can be difficult to heal and the skin regenerates faster on those spots, meaning that tattoo won’t last as long.

Do all tattoos blur?

All tattoos will change and fade over time, especially if you get these tattoos at a young age and have them for a large portion of your life. Preventative measures can be taken before and after you get your tattoo. They can even be taken years after. It’s never too late to care for your skin.

Do tattoos look blurry while healing?

Sometimes, tattoos look messy and blurry while they are healing. You might see some ink leakage and some blurry lines while your skin is repairing itself. However, if your skin is healed and the lines of the tattoo are imprecise and smudged looking then you have a tattoo blowout. Give your tattoo a few weeks to heal.

What age is best to get a tattoo?

There are many different opinions out there on the best age, but the reality is the right age is the one that lines up with the law. Some places may allow it at younger ages with parental consent. Tattoos are so desirable these days that many young people are rushing into them as soon as they turn 18.

Where can a girl get a tattoo?

Here’s a round up of some pretty sweet places to pick from…

  • Top of the arm. A statement position if you’re wearing a strappy top but easy to cover up with a T-shirt.
  • Inside the ear.
  • Along the shoulder bone.
  • Back of the arm.
  • The neck.
  • Edge of your hand.
  • The side of your ribs.
  • The fingertip.

What does tattoo pain compare to?

Realistically, getting a tattoo feels like someone is scratching a hot needle across your skin—because that’s kinda what’s happening. But Roman would also compare the sensation of getting a tattoo to the feeling of a constant cat scratch (all my cat ladies out there know what she means).