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Body Piercing Scars

PainfulPleasures

When an abnormal bump appears around a piercing, people frequently jump to the conclusion that they're developing a keloid scar, but keloids are actually one of the most uncommon types...

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Proper Post-Modification Clean-up Procedures

Proper Post-Modification Clean-up Procedures

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Each time you finish a tattoo or piercing, it's important to clean your workspace thoroughly and properly prepare for your next client. In this article, we talk about the four...

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Are Body Piercings Socially Acceptable?

Are Body Piercings Socially Acceptable?

PainfulPleasures

People around the world have been piercing their bodies to adorn themselves with jewelry since ancient times. It's become a time-honored tradition--so much so that even infant girls have their...

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Tattoos in a New Era of Social Acceptance

PainfulPleasures

Tattoos have been around nearly as long as man has walked the earth. The equipment used to ink tattoos and tattoo art have only evolved, but public interest in and...

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Dearm Shield, Recovery, Safety, Ink

Our Take on Tattoo Tape

PainfulPleasures

Did you know that there are 3 primary types of medical tape used in tattoo and piercing shops? Learn what these 3 types are, what sets them apart from each...

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Cheyenne Rotary Tattoo Machines

Coil vs. Rotary Tattoo Machines

Emily Starkman

Coil and rotary tattoo machines work in very different ways to create body art. Learn all about the history and function of these machines, then shop for your favorite brands.

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