Skin & Body - October 2007

I got this huge tattoo starting from my hips and runs on my back then finishes on my other side of the ribs...but the thing is...it itches so BAD...I had it done 2-Saturdays ago...I've been putting Ointment on it...but why DOES it itches then it gets swollen?... should I be worried?

I had the Same problem before with my other tattoo's

2007-10-16 05:38:42 · 9 answers · asked by Luna N 1 in Tattoos

If so are you one of these other weird people who actually eat the scab after picking it. eww, i think i'm gonna throw up now.

2007-10-16 04:34:20 · 22 answers · asked by alser 2 in Other - Skin & Body

2007-10-16 03:52:21 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Skin & Body

I don't mean to be gross, but here goes: My new tattoo (48 hours old) on the top of my foot is oozing slightly (not alot at all) in one or two places. Is this normal, or am I doing something wrong? I've been following the artists instructions for after-care, but he didn't have me using any antibacterial ointment afterwards. I've been gently washing the tatto with luke-warm water about 3x a day and putting scent-free, petrolium jelly-free lotion on it afterwards. Yesterday, I had to wear boots and socks for about 2.5 hours, so maybe its' irritated 'cuz of that... The area surrounding the tatto isn't swollen or inflamed, but feels sortof stiff and hurts a little bit when I walk. Also, I've been wearing open-top shoes for the past two days to avoid fading. Sorry for all of the detail. I want to make sure you have enough info to help me out.

2007-10-16 02:50:35 · 7 answers · asked by drkangel210e 6 in Tattoos

I'm going to get a new tatto probably on the spot were my toes start...will it hurt? how much will it cost? what should I look for concerning hygiene?

2007-10-16 00:35:52 · 7 answers · asked by ele 5 in Tattoos

I just got my first tattoo on Sunday - my 18th birthday. The pain was not at all what I expected (it wasn't nearly as horrible as I thought it would be.) ANYWAYS, so it's Tuesday morning and I can't even tell that I got a tattoo... it doesn't hurt, it doesn't seem to be peeling... it's not red or sensitive or feeling tight. Is this normal? Should I still put lotion on it? Is this just part of the process? What should I expect, if anything in the near future regarding the healing process? Am I just really lucky to not be in pain?

Sorry, that's a lot of questions!
Here are some pictures...! I hope they work! They're from right after I got it... so the skin's still red/raised - but it's not like that anymore...

http://img141.imageshack.us/img141/7748/life012la5.jpg

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/1696/life014pj3.jpg

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/8559/life013il2.jpg

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/3496/life016dc5.jpg

2007-10-16 00:21:21 · 16 answers · asked by h4a5r 2 in Tattoos

2007-10-15 20:48:27 · 15 answers · asked by mwende 2 in Other - Skin & Body

I want a scarification sidepiece, most likely floral, but not definitely.
Any suggestions as to what flowers, or whether to do something else entirely are appreciated.
Any links you guys would like to share would also be lovely.

All haters, please feel free to tell me how disgusting I am, because I will be happy to report you for it.

Thank you

2007-10-15 20:07:40 · 9 answers · asked by Nanci Raygun 6 in Tattoos

some guy was telling me he got his tattoo done the hard way which was by a needle and he said tattoo machines hurt less...but doesnt a tattoo machine also have needles therefore it feels the same??? exactly what is the difference between getting a tattoo done with a tattoo machine or a needle???

2007-10-15 18:47:44 · 7 answers · asked by brooks 2 in Tattoos

how is that without being a nudist or naturist

2007-10-15 18:37:43 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Skin & Body

can anybody recommend a good brand of aloe shampoo?

2007-10-15 17:58:29 · 2 answers · asked by FALCO 3 in Other - Skin & Body

i have typed in everything on the internet and looked at a hundred fricken sites there are no pumpkin tattoos pictures does anyone know a site that has some.i really want a pumpkin tat and i need some ideas

2007-10-15 17:29:30 · 8 answers · asked by butters 2 in Tattoos

2007-10-15 15:43:02 · 9 answers · asked by Cellphonechick 1 in Other - Skin & Body

i have (i don't know how to explain) like fat cheeks, and a short mouth http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r107/ritabeta_07/m_be1434febcc3379089a10fb5da172969.jpg

theres a picture to kinda show u what i mean (its me)

no comments about my picture plz i just want the question answered


thanx for the help


pics and links are very much appreciated

2007-10-15 14:48:38 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Skin & Body

IS IT RIGHT IF I WANT TO TATTOO MY HUSBANDS NAME OR WHAT SHOULD I DO??

2007-10-15 14:33:13 · 27 answers · asked by La Guera 1 in Tattoos

2007-10-15 12:12:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Tattoos

okay, so i really want a lip ring, but im pretty sure my dad wont let me. what should i tell him so that he'll let me, and where do you guys think i should have it placed?

here's a pic to help ya guys out:
http://i23.tinypic.com/34e3u5l.jpg%22

2007-10-15 11:54:36 · 3 answers · asked by ashley 2 in Other - Skin & Body

iam 14 years old and people say iam to tall what do you guys say

2007-10-15 11:52:24 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Skin & Body

2007-10-15 11:37:53 · 9 answers · asked by a;sldkfjal;skdjf 1 in Tattoos

i mean i know its my body i can do what i want but like my mom wont like it
im gonna do it no matter what so yea i just wanna kno how i can get my mom to not freak when i do

2007-10-15 11:22:59 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Tattoos

I dont want for my tat to look plain with just his name I was thinking something amazing, but i caint think of anything. this will be my first tat.

2007-10-15 11:22:37 · 11 answers · asked by Lila 1 in Tattoos

he says it will be on his arm and it will be quite unnoticeable but I really do not know if I should let him do it!

2007-10-15 11:21:56 · 12 answers · asked by Michelle C 1 in Tattoos

I'm 14 years old, 5'2, and weigh 85 lb. When I was 13 I was 72 pounds so I have definately gained some but I don't know where because I don't look any better. I guess I just have a REALLY high metabolism because I eat alot.

2007-10-15 10:46:50 · 15 answers · asked by Misty0 3 in Other - Skin & Body

becuase of all the sweaters and stuff, like getting caught??

2007-10-15 10:40:14 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Skin & Body

Im talking about what type of food do i eat without putting on weight, i drink 2 litres of water every day, but i have a hectic weekend i drink and never take off my make off, and dont sleep much but ony at weekends, but my skin look dull noe

2007-10-15 09:45:43 · 8 answers · asked by Pinkywinky 1 in Other - Skin & Body

http://www.bmezine.com/news/people/A10101/addsub/

Read the article above!

As far as body mods go, am I the only one that thinks things have gone a bit too far??

2007-10-15 08:57:53 · 20 answers · asked by Kimberly B 3 in Tattoos

I want to get a tattoo so badly, but I am so scared of the pain. This may sound stupid, but I am serious. One night when I Was drinking with friends, I was at the point of feeling pretty good and thought, I want to get a tattoo and wanted to go right then and there, but my friends said I could not get one with alcohol in my system for some reason. Is that true? They said the tattoo place would not do it, but is that just because they don't want you to wake up the next day regreting it, or is there a medical reason?

2007-10-15 08:47:03 · 38 answers · asked by Anonymous in Tattoos

My tattoo artist told me to use aquaphor ointment on my new tattoo but then everyone else is say lotion. A coworker told me that aquaphor would make it scab over and the idea is to not let it scab by keeping it moist. I'm so confused!!! HELP!

2007-10-15 08:31:58 · 11 answers · asked by whoa 2 in Tattoos

I am getting a small Hello Kitty, no bigger than a 50 cent piece. I am torn between the side of my leg or on my shoulder more toward my neck...

2007-10-15 08:19:36 · 16 answers · asked by DAISY 3 in Tattoos

lets say the tattoo is taking up most of his upper arm/shoulder area.

here is a great example:

http://www.ratemyink.com/?action=ssp&pid=3977

2007-10-15 08:01:28 · 12 answers · asked by intestinal mucous 1 in Tattoos