Why Unlicensed Tattooing is Dangerous

We come across articles where people have gotten infections from unlicensed, underground tattoo facilities all the time.
The one listed below is only one of many.

We try to put as much educational information as we can out there so that you’ll remember to do a bit of research before letting someone take a tattoo gun to your skin. At the very least we’d hope you would use a reputable, sterile tattoo studio.

It’s not just a tattoo after all. It’s a needle injecting ink into the dermis layer of your skin. That’s deep, and with an unsterilized needle or equipment can also mean a deadly infection.

If you want a tattoo, make sure you use a licensed, sterile tattoo facility in your area. Do some research before getting inked, and if you live in Rhode Island, visit Inflicting Ink.

Walker County Health Department looking into complaints about unlicensed tattoo artist

by Adam Cook

After nearly a dozen complaints of various skin infections from a LaFayette woman who has been giving in-home tattoos, the Walker County Health Department may soon have to take legal action to help protect the public.

For Michael Harris of Fort Oglethorpe, what he initially considered to be a deal of a tattoo by an acquaintance of he and his wife, has quickly turned in to an ordeal he didn't quite bargain for, he said.
“It seemed like a good deal, so I went for it...and now it's turned out to be a bad decision,” Harris said.

Officials with the Walker County Health Department could not comment on an on-going investigation, but did acknowledge that it is aware of proposed concerns regarding the woman issuing tattoos without a license.

The name of the tattoo artist in question has not been made public at this time because she has not been charged with any crime.

Attempts to contact the woman for comment regarding this story were unsuccessful.

Background

On Sunday, Oct. 8, Harris agreed to get a $20 tattoo above his left knee from a LaFayette woman, and has since endured pain, aggravation, and added expense.

“I've had plenty of other tattoos, nine in total, but none of them ever hurt like this one,” Harris said. “I knew it hurt more than usual while she was doing it. It really felt like she was going pretty deep into my leg, but I just figured that it was probably just a tender part of the leg or something.”

Read more HERE


Call Inflicting Ink at 401-683-5680 to schedule a free consultation to learn about laser tattoo removal for yourself, or to learn about adding the Quanta USA laser to your tattoo studio.
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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.

Mermaid Tattoos - Not Just for Sailors

Mermaid Tattoos

Mermaid tattoos have been around since the early 1300's. Although the mermaids themselves were initially thought to be the product of hallucinating sailors who had spent too long at sea, they later became synonymous with any mysterious creature who lived in the ocean.

Sailors were thought to wear mermaid tattoos to bring them luck on the open seas in the event they fell overboard and to keep them company on long voyages where women were not permitted. Myths surrounding mermaids however, claim that they are sirens who lure men to their deaths with the sound of their voices or their beauty.

In the archetypical sense, the mermaid embodies everything associated with the sea and the mythological force of rebirth and the natural world. Throughout history, in folklore, fantasy, and mythology, the mermaid has held a place as the handmaiden of Aphrodite and Venus and a symbol of the tragedy of star-crossed romance.

One of the talented artists at Inflicting Ink Tattoo will be happy to help you design your own custom mermaid tattoo...just ask!


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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com

Tattoo Healing vs. Tattoo Infection

You got a great new tattoo and now you have a list of aftercare tips for helping it to heal and look great for the rest of your life. You're following the rules and yet you still aren't sure if you're healing properly.

Here's how can you tell the difference between the normal healing of your tattoo and an infected tattoo.

During the first week of healing your new tattoo might be slightly swollen or mildly sore. Over the counter pain medication should be enough to control the discomfort. In comparison, an infection will be very swollen and red, and you will be in pain. You need to get to the doctor immediately if you experience any extreme pain or discomfort or large swelling at this point.

During the second week some flaking or peeling may occur and it might be itchy, scabbed, or dry. DO NOT PICK OR SCRATCH IT. If your tattoo is growing more swollen, irritated, or painful, if you are noticing any odor, discharge, or sores, or if you have a fever, it's definitely time to get medical attention.

Finally by week three your tattoo should be well on its way to completely healed. It might be slightly sensitive, but any scabbing should be clearing up and your skin should be healing. By no means should you wait until this far into the healing process if you have any of the symptoms of an infection. A tattoo infection can be life-threatening and should be treated as a very serious medical emergency. Seek treatment right away if you suspect you have an infection.

And if you need help choosing a new tattoo, or clearing some real estate for new body art through laser tattoo removal, contact Inflicting Ink Tattoo in Portsmouth, RI at (401) 683-5680
 
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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.

Why do people get tattoos?

Inked: Fox's Watters Takes On Tattoo Nation

Factor' producer Jesse Watters ventures to Coney Island in order to find out why people get tattoos. Watters also questions the tattoo nation on politics and who they support in the upcoming election.


O'REILLY: "Back of the Book" segment tonight, "Watters World," it's estimated 15 percent of Americans have tattoos, and that number rises to 40 percent in the age group 26 to 40.

Now, there is not a social stigma that there used to be among the tattooed people, but they can still be a breed apart, as Jesse Watters found out.

See the video HERE


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Inflicting Ink is a Rhode Island Tattoo Studio that embodies quality, consistency and pride, and offers a sterile, safe, comfortable, artistic environment to its customers.  Nominated multiple times for the Best Tattoo Parlor in Rhode Island and Best Tattoo Artist in RI.

You may contact them for an appointment for a tattoo at (401) 683-5680 and of course walk-ins are always welcome.

For more information, please visit our home page at www.inflictinginktattoo.com.