Composition Of Tattoo Ink
Tattoos are markings that are placed unto the individual's skin with the use of tattoo ink. Centuries ago, tattoos were seen as marking for persons to show status and social standing especially in tribes. Other reasons for putting tattoos during the older days were to signify giving passed the rites of passage to adulthood and other spiritual purposes.
Tattoo Ink Pigments And Composition
During earlier times, tattoo ink was extracted from plants. This made the variety of color and pigment very limited to colors prevalent in plants and other botanical sources. Thus the early composition of tattoo ink was composed mainly of plants extracts and other botanicals. This centered on green and some reddish colors brought about by leaves and flowers.
Today, tattoo ink is composed mainly of titanium dioxide, iron oxides, azo dyes, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene. There is even a more recent kind of tattoo ink that reacts to blacklight. This is great for those who wish to have a sort of invisible ink tattoo. Some tattoo artists even mix together different pigments of tattoo ink to create their own unique color.
Common Places For Tattoos
Since tattoos are applied on the skin, our body is practically capable of being covered with tattoos. Some of the more common areas for tattoos are the arms, legs and backs of individuals. The variety of tattoo ink colors and pigments can prompt additional tattoos for those who appreciate body art. Practically any part of our skin can be tattooed. The back and chest are usually areas where larger tattoos are placed.
Application Of Tattoo Ink
Tattoos are applied to the skin using a device that has a needle or several needles attached to it that pierce the skin. These needles are filled with tattoo ink and the ink is injected onto the deep layers of skin to apply tattoo. It is important to know if you are allergic to the kind of tattoo ink that will be used for your tattoo.
Before, removing one's tattoo was a complicated process that can lead to keloidal scars and disfigurement of the dermis. These days, removing the tattoo ink from your dermal layers can be done using laser technology. Several visits to your dermatologist may be needed to remove your tattoo completely. There is also a certain degree of pain but this depends on your reaction to pain. The precision of the laser technology also helps to correct or clean up your tattoo.
