Tattoo

Tattoo is a form of body modification where a design is made by inserting ink, dyes and pigments, either indelible or temporary, into the dermis layer of the skin to change the pigment. The art of making tattoos is tattooing.

History

Tattoos have been used by various cultures across the globe as a means of self-expression or as markers of status and rank, symbols of religious and spiritual devotion, decorations for bravery, sexual lures and marks of fertility, pledges of love, punishment, amulets and talismans, protection, and as the marks of outcasts, slaves and convicts.

Types

There are several types of tattoos including Traumatic tattoos, Amateur tattoos, and Professional tattoos.

Health Risks

Tattoos can lead to health risks, including infections and allergic reactions.

Societal Views

Societal views on tattoos vary widely, with some cultures embracing them and others viewing them negatively.

See Also

• Tattoo machine
• Tattoo artist
• Tattoo removal
• Tattoo convention

References

Tattoo Resources
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