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 symbol, etc. so much that you want it to have a permanent spot on your body, or you simply like the look of being inked but don't ...

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 ink. Aftercare is particularly important, with one ...

A new study sheds light on the potential risks associated with getting inked, including an increased risk of certain cancers.

From minimalist wrist designs to full sleeves, body art has become so common that it barely raises an eyebrow. But while the personal meaning of a tattoo may be obvious, the biological consequences are far less visible.

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. People have been getting tattoos for thousands of years ...

For decades, Americans were covering their bodies with more and more tattoos. Now, they’re getting them removed as fast as they can. We speak with the patients going under the laser, the tattoo-removal technicians whose business is booming,

Judy Dede, aka "Tat Granny," has gone viral. A grandmother’s wish to get her first tattoo on a whim has turned into a series of viral videos on TikTok, earning her the nickname "Tat Granny." Judy Dede, 82, and her granddaughter Brandy O’Reilly, 44 ...