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Ear Piercings and Kids: What You Need to Know

What should you consider before getting your child’s ears (or anything else) pierced? We get straight to the, er, point.

21 Things To Know Before You Get A Tattoo

Tattoo complications surprisingly common

The rising popularity of body art raises longer-term medical concerns

Unique body piercing ideas to give you an edgy look

Body piercing has become more mainstream in recent years with many celebrities and public figures sporting piercings as a form of personal style. In addition to the aesthetic appeal, body piercing can also have a cultural or spiritual significance for some people

The 10 biggest mistakes people make when getting a tattoo

[Photo by: Allef Vinicius/Unsplash] Poor placement There are two major types of poor tattoo placement. The obvious one is when you don’t think about the consequences of what you’re getting tattooed (like your face), but the other kind is more about design. If you know that you will eventually have a lot of tattoos or that …

Symbols Used for Behind the Ear Tattoos and What They Mean

The symbolic meaning of behind the ear tattoos, its mythological meanings, and some symbols used behind the ear.

Tattoo regret: How many people are removing their ink?

See how far laser technology has come, you might just be able to erase it completely.

15 Amazing examples of Teeth Tattoos

Love body art… How about inking your pearly whites? As the tattoos move from body to teeth we bring you some amazing examples of teeth tattoos in trend.

The Benefits of a Foreign-Language Tattoo

Even when it goes wrong, body art in another tongue can be a good thing.

Are Henna Tattoos Really Safe for Teens?

Does your teen want a henna tattoo? Learn how this dye is used for designs and the dangers you should know about before you approve this body art.

Why tattoos are more than just body art

From eyebrow microblading after chemotherapy to post-mastectomy tattoos, these can help heal the trauma of cancer

All of Harry Styles’ tattoos and their meanings

From the Green Bay Packers logo to pirate ships, Harry Styles is covered in more than 50 works of body art.

Why so many chefs have tattoos

A new book "Knives and Ink" examines the reasons our culinary heroes are so into body art.

Could electric tattoos be the next step in body art?

Researchers are experimenting with thin, flexible circuits that can be transferred to the skin.

Are tattoos linked to poor health and risky behavior?

As tattoos become increasingly popular, a new study examines the relationship between body art, physical and mental health, and risky behavior.

Eliminating Workplace Stereotypes: Are Tattoos Still Taboo?

What is the current take on hiring employees with body art?

BLOG: Research finds tattoos not a turnoff for customers

A new study finds customers don’t necessarily look down on employees with tattoos. Body art is even seen as a plus in some settings. The study “Do employees’ tattoos leave a mark on customers’ reactions

Why do college-aged women get tattoos?

A study takes a look at the correlation between emotions and body art.

Can Tattoos Prevent Skin Cancer?

Does tattoo ink shield the skin preventing skin cancer development from UV exposure? We explore the link between skin cancer prevention and tattoos

Will that tattoo hurt you professionally? Not if you're a doctor, study finds

A new study shows that physicians with tattoos are perceived to be equally as competent as their colleagues that are clean of body art.