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Tattoo Aftercare in the Winter—Do’s and Don’ts

Whitney Johns

Master winter tattoo aftercare with our ultimate guide! Learn what to do—and avoid—to keep your ink looking its best during the winter.

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Gift Guide Must-Haves – Top Picks for 2024

Whitney Johns

Get into the Annual Holiday Gift Guide from Painful Pleasures! Check out our top gift picks for you this season.

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Getting Started as a Guest Tattoo Artist

Whitney Johns

Becoming a guest tattoo artist is a great way to challenge yourself. Check out the pros of working as a guest artist + tips and more!

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How to Do Single Needle Tattoos

Danny Tress

Mastering the art of doing a single needle tattoo is no easy feat. Check out these tips for nailing single needle tattoos every time.

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Top Tattoo Tips for Being a Great Artist

Danny Tress

Check out these top tattoo tips for being the best tattoo artist you can possibly be! These tattoo tips will grow your artistry and mindset.

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3 Black Tattoo Artists You Should Know

Danny Tress

This Black History Month, we're spotlighting 3 Black tattoo artists who do transformative work and offer game-changing insights. Meet all of them in this blog!

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