Posted by Robin.d.j on September 3, 2002, at 13:12:49
In reply to Does anyone know about tattoos?, posted by ~~tabitha~~ on September 3, 2002, at 3:35:35
> The ones I've seen get all blurry and ugly after 10 years or so. Is that always the case?
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> If so, how come so many people get them?
>Hi Tabitha..I have two tats one of a peacock.The other one the ink red, orange ,and yellow ink came right out now there is only a black back outline left on this one 10 years old. The peacock one takes up about 10 inches on my left arm it is very faded (started after 2 years) and is almost black now . Originately it had about 15 different colours 19 years ago ,it was a beautiful work of art..now I can tell you 4 things I know sure : 1. The sun boils the ink under your skin and this causes the tattoo ink to blend. 2. The pigment of your skin makes a difference to some skins wont hold the ink very well pending the area where you get the tattoo. 3. If I got another one it will be a wedding band ..if I meet the right girl..I would definitely make sure they artist is using top of the line ink.. 4. Make sure !!!make sure you check out the artist Better Business Bureau Records, other coustomers ,check out the condition that he works under , health and safety issues(clean shop a must , no drugs ,beer or a blurry eyed artist, drop in on the shop a couple of times to have small talk with the artist you have chosen...Remember the tattoo is there for life and there is NO CURE for HEP "C"..thats all my wisdom..Hope it helps someone..talk soon Tabitha
Robin
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