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A member asked:
I want to get a permanent tattoo can you please suggest which ink should be used & what precautions should be taken to have a safe tattoo.
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There is: There is no safe tattoo. Your biggest concern is infection and being allergic to dye.
Answered 3/12/2013
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Do your homework: First go to a parlor that has an outstanding reputation is fully licensed and adheres to the policy of sterility, One needle one ink one patient. Also make sure they use only American made ink. Some use ink from china and these inks have serious problems. Make sure they prep you skin with a sterilizing agent like betadine before they start. If you do your homework you are much safer
Answered 6/26/2014
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