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Piercings and tattoos are body decorations that go back to ancient times. Body piercing involves making a hole in the skin so that you can insert jewelry. This is often in the earlobe, but can be in other parts of the body. Tattoos are designs on the skin made with needles and colored ink. Permanent makeup is a type of tattoo.
The health risks of piercings and tattoos include
To reduce the risks, make sure that the facility is clean, safe and has a good reputation. Proper sterilization of the equipment is important. Be sure to follow the instructions on caring for your skin.
Holes from piercing usually close up if you no longer wear the jewelry. It is possible to remove tattoos, but it's painful and can cause scarring.
Bodyart Home Page - Concentrates largely on tattoo and piercing images, but also includes fine art and alternative imagery. Home pages are available, and space is available for people and groups with original images and artwork.
Pierced Park - Tattoos, body piercing, alternative fashion items. Salon listings, question and answer section, and a chat forum.
Bodies of Cultures - From the University of Pennsylvania Museum. Image gallery of body modification through history. Information on piercing, tattoos, and mehndi.
Michigan Modification - Articles and information regarding piercing, tattooing, scarification, as well as surgical and nonsurgical modifications. Also features links, image galleries, interviews, and personal experience articles.
State of the Art - Information on the First UK International Tattoo and Body Piercing Conference and Convention, as well as details and dates pertaining to this yearly event. Listing of artists, vendors, and exhibitors attending. Application forms, contact information, seminar and training information.
Psycho Clown Extreme Body Modification - Tattoos, piercings, implants, brandings, and suspension. Videos and pictures of work in progress.
CABA: Canadian Association of Body Arts - A guide to the safe application of piercings, tattoos, and other modifications. Also includes membership information, charter, agenda, and history.
Beauty 2000 - Insurance company offering services to tattoo and piercing artists and studios. Available in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Contains contact and company information.
Professional Program Insurance Brokerage - Available to tattooing and piercing studios. Newsletter, updates, and contact information.
Body Art - Articles about tattooing, piercing, body painting, shaping and henna drawing.