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Why It’s Important to Wear Gloves When Modifying

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If you've ever wondered if it's really all that important to wear gloves when performing body modifications, then you need to read this article. In it, we talk about how...

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Sterilization Classes

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It's important to regularly check your autoclave to make sure that it's working properly--a task you can accomplish using a variety of chemical indicator (CI) tests. There are 6 different...

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Sterilization by Steam

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In this third installment of our Sterilization Series, we delve into the process of sterilization by steam using autoclaves. We discuss the differences between vaporization and condensation, explain saturated steam's...

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Sterilization by Heat

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In our Sterilization Methods article, we list the various ways you can sterilize tattoo supplies, body jewelry, piercing supplies, and other body modification tools. Here we take a closer look...

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Piercing Safely

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Piercing safely means looking out for your clients' health and well being, and it also means protecting yourself and your staff both physically and legally. We talk about business licenses,...

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Proper Tattoo & Piercing Tool Maintenance

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It's important to properly clean, sterilize and lubricate tattoo and piercing tools so that they last over time, as well as to protect your clients. Tools that have been improperly...

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