I have tattoos and wondered how safe they were. There are risks to almost everything we do, from walking down the street to climbing a mountain. In today’s tattoo business, most body art studios practice very good hygiene, single use needles and non toxic ink. What I have found is that the after effects differ with each person. I would not suggest covering your body with Ink as it can affect lymph vessel function, or even infection if not properly cared for in the healing process. A variety of stresses and toxins we expose ourselves to can determine the end result. Tattoo needles breach the skin and inject ink into the dermal layer causing keloid scarring, so it’s very important to follow instructions on how to care for them. The long term affects of tattoos are unknown, but it’s important to be in a clean safe environment when receiving this type of art. I have found a unique catharsis when receiving ink myself. It’s very calming and mildly painful at the same time.
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