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Getting a new tattoo is exciting, but healing it properly is just as important as the tattoo itself. Even beautifully executed tattoos can heal poorly if they aren’t looked after correctly

This one’s short, practical, and based on what I see all the time in the studio. If you’ve ever felt shaky, dizzy, or even fainted during a tattoo, it can sometimes mean you haven't fuelled you body enough! I'm gonna say it - the only people who've ever fainted on me have been people who've not had breakfast or refuelled themselves during the appointment. Be kind to your body, getting tattooed is a bit of a shock to it, even if mentally you're fine! Learn my top tips to prep

Not sure what to use on a new tattoo? Here’s my honest tattoo artist guide to aftercare products, what to avoid, and how to help your tattoo heal beautifully.

Getting a new tattoo is well exciting, but proper aftercare is crucial to ensure it heals well and stays vibrant for years to come. Which is why this is the most asked question in tattooing 'How do I heal my tattoo?'

Not every Pokémon translates equally well as a tattoo. Here's a Pokémon tattoo artist's guide to the designs that look incredible on skin - and a few that are trickier than you'd think.

Getting your first tattoo is exciting. It's also, for a lot of people, genuinely overwhelming — because suddenly there are a hundred decisions to make and everyone seems to have a very strong opinion about what you should do. I've been tattooing for 12 years, and I've worked with hundreds of first-timers. The questions are always similar, the nerves are always valid, and the good news is always the same: it doesn't have to be as complicated as it feels. Here's my honest guide

Not sure what to wear to your tattoo appointment? Here's a tattoo artist's practical guide to dressing for comfort, access, and a much smoother session.

Pet tattoos are about love, loyalty, comfort, grief, joy, and all the quiet moments in between. That’s why they matter so much to the people who get them, and that's why it's so important to choose the right artist and tattoo style, to immortalise your friend forever.

Some tattoo styles are impressive, but the ones that genuinely light my brain up are the nerdy anime and video-game ones. These are things that I enjoy day to day in my home life so it's awesome when I get to bring my own passions into my workplace.

Wanting a tattoo is one thing. Actually booking it can feel like a completely different challenge when you’re autistic, ADHD, anxious, or otherwise neurodivergent. All kinds of worries come into play so I'm here to chat about them and let you know what we do at Mt.Moon Tattoo in Gloucester UK to help!

Spooky season is upon us, so it's definitely time to start planning a tattoo to celebrate. As a spooky/kawaii loving tattoo artist at Mt. Moon Tattoo in Gloucester, I’ve created everything from haunting blackwork designs to kawaii-style pumpkins and witchy cats, because as you know - Halloween is the perfect excuse to embrace all things witchy and ghostly!

The aftercare for healing your tattoo is always the same : keep it clean, keep it moisturised and keep it protected from the elements. But the season does make a difference to how you look after your new tattoo. Here's what to expect. Healing a tattoo in Winter Winter is often the preferred time to heal a tattoo - mainly because you don't need to worry about the sun and it's harmful UV rays! But there are still a few seasonal quirks to keep in mind. The good stuff: Less sun =

10 Pokemon Tattoo Ideas to help inspire your next gaming themed tattoo.