Tattooing is the process of creating a design or picture on the skin by breaking its outer layer. Tattoo machine is used to puncture the skin surface with small needles to create the required design. Getting a tattoo done has become increasingly popular in new generation. However tattoo aftercare and using clean/sterilized equipments is crucial to prevent any infection. It is better to learn about the various factors that may cause infection and inflammation on the skin than waiting for it.
Preparation :
Now you have decided to have a tattoo on your body. Next you have to choose the design to be drawn. Plenty of shops have their brochures and you can even get help from online. Selecting a design take many days and even months for some people. You can go through the pre-drawn designs on the shops and also download pictures from internet. In case you want a unique design you can discuss with your artist.
Process :
After getting the appointment from the tattoo artist you will have to visit the shop. The artist would prepare the skin by cleaning and removing the hair from the area. Then she would draw an outline of the design on your skin. The picture is exactly a replica of the original tattoo to be drawn. The artist may use special inks to draw the design on the skin surface. The image would give you clear idea about how the tattoo will look on your body.
A special instrument or machine that contains tiny needles is used to prick the skin many times to create the design. The outer layer of the skin will be punctured with tattoo machine carefully to make the drawing or picture. The needle would move up and down and accordingly special ink would be placed on the pierced skin. Final touch is given by highlighting the borders making fine lines and shades. The entire process of tattooing may take several minutes to hours depending on the area/site and the complexity of the picture.