Thinking about getting inked? Hold that thought for just a second! Getting a tattoo is a huge deal—it’s basically permanent ...

If you're toying with the idea of getting a tattoo, there's essentially two routes you can take. You love an image, word, or ...

As we age, skin changes, chronic health conditions, and medications can affect how tattoos heal and raise the risk of infection. Older adults need to consider the health risks before getting tattoos.

Getting a tattoo can be an exciting, meaningful experience, but as with any procedure, especially those involving needles, you’ll have to follow some rules to ensure the best outcome for your fresh ...

Tattoo ink stays with you for life. Researchers are now asking how these pigments interact with the immune system and whether ...

This story was featured in The Must Read, a newsletter in which our editors recommend one can’t-miss story every weekday. Sign up here to get it in your inbox. The worst part of getting a tattoo ...

How do you feel about this symbolism of the lion vs. the boy? Seems rooted in some sort of family thing or maybe even religious because, yeah, the Jesus here? How does that Jesus look to you in terms ...

Using lasers to remove tattoos comes with some risks. Skin that bore the tattoo can be left lighter than surrounding skin.