You know what? Scabbing gets a bad rap. It looks rough. It itches. It makes you worry. But for me, it was mostly okay. Not pretty, but okay. For readers who want to compare my experience with another perspective, check out this in-depth, hands-on review of tattoo scabbing from Tattoo Road Trip. I’ve had six …
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I’ve got three butterfly tattoos. Each one came with a story, a feeling, and a bit of pain. I didn’t plan them. They kind of found me. You know what? I’m glad they did.If you want to read another person's step-by-step account of what these designs can represent (and feel like) in real life, swing …
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Hi, I’m Kayla. I love tattoos, but I’m not tough. Needles make me clench my teeth. So I tested numbing creams. On real skin. On real tattoos. And yes, on my very tender ribs. If you’re hunting for more tattoo prep wisdom (from choosing studios to aftercare), I’ve found the articles on TattooRoadTrip endlessly helpful.For …
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I got a hummingbird tattoo last spring. It sits on my left collarbone, just above my heart. It’s about two inches wide, with teal wings and a little ruby throat. It looks like it’s mid-flight, sipping air. Funny thing—I wanted it tiny at first. Like, postage-stamp tiny. But tiny lines blur over time. My artist, …
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Geometric moth in the centerBlack lines, a little dot shading, soft shapes. Sits between the sternum and the top of the chest. Two hours. Clean and tidy. The artist switched to a rotary machine, so the buzz was softer. It healed clean. If you're unsure how to keep yours looking crisp, skim through this comprehensive …
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I got my first shark tattoo on a hot July afternoon. Summer air. Salt in my hair. I was nervous, but also weirdly calm. Why a shark? Because I kept hearing my grandma’s old line in my head: “Keep moving, kid.” Sharks have to keep moving. So do I. If you want to see another …
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The quick story I got my Medusa tattoo on my left forearm last fall. The shop was small, bright, and smelled like green soap. My artist, Maya, set the stencil, tilted her head, and said, “She’s strong, but soft.” That felt right. I wanted that. I still do. It healed before Halloween. Fun timing, right? …
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I’m Kayla. I love Greek myths. I love tattoos. So yeah, they met. I’ve got three Greek myth tattoos on my body right now, and they all feel different in my day-to-day life. Some healed great. One needed a touch-up. One still makes me grin when I catch it in a mirror. The stories help …
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Here’s my quick game plan: Why I chose a dragonfly What it means to me (and to others) Real tattoos I’ve seen and loved The good and the not-so-good Cost, pain, and care Style tips you’ll want before you book Why a dragonfly, anyway? One July morning I watched a dragonfly skate over a lake. …
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