A thin self-adhesive film that provides a moist healing environment during the initial, and most critical, healing stage of a tattoo wound. It protects the new tattoo from friction and provides a WATERPROOF-, ANTIBACTERIAL- BARRIER that prevents pathogens and external contaminants from entering the wound.

Because of its captivating light and distinctive look, bioluminescent ink tattoos have grown in popularity among tattoo fans in recent years. These tattoos have an eye-catching glowing quality because they are made using a unique kind of ink that, when exposed to specific wavelengths, emits light.

Ghosting refers to trace amount of pigment after all attempts to remove it are exhausted. Not all pigment is organic and some may be synthetic, this is one of the many variables in tattoo removal.

Chicano tattooing began in the Pachuco gang culture of the 40s -- and 50s in California, Texas , New Mexico and Arizona. These tattoos were originally made ​​by hand with a sewing needle dipped in India ink. Classical Chicano themes are Christ, the Virgin Mary and women.