Welcome

Welcome to MyTattooGuide.com! Here you will find all your answers to the world of tattooing. The articles contained within this website will inform you of everything needed to make educated decisions before you get a new tattoo. Knowing the basics is the key to a successful, safe, and long lasting tattoo.

Knowing your own body and being comfortable with the tattoo shop are the two main ingredients in the whole tattoo process. The artist should be your best friend in the whole tattoo process. Read on to educate yourself on everything from the process to the sanitation rules.

Before you get that tattoo work done, you need to learn about the artists and the studios. Read about how to know if the local artist is the best or not with the Artist Section here : Find A Reputable Tattoo Artist

Consider the shops cleanliness with the guides for Sanitation and Sterilization here : Tattoo Shop Sanitation And Sterilization

Also, is the shop obviously following the health regulations for the state and federal departments? Find out what to look for here: Understand Health Regulations

You've found the shop and the artist. Now what? Now is time to choose your design. If it's from the wall or a custom piece you will still undergo the same tattoo process. Read about the process here: The Process Of Getting A Tattoo

You're inked! Now take care of it. For the aftercare, the basics are discussed here: New Tattoo Aftercare

Also, to keep a wonderful looking tattoo for years to come, browse the lifetime care instructions here: Lifetime Maintenance For Tattoos

Maintaining your tattoo is very easy if you follow the basic steps. But if you don't, you should be on the lookout for infections. Learn the signs of infection and what to do about it here: Learn To Identify Infected Tattoos

Still have more questions? Try the FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Tattoos. Also the top questions you need to ask the tattoo artist before getting that tattoo is all answered within this guide. Read those questions here: Top Questions To Ask The Tattoo Artist

This guide will cover all the basics you need for going to get that first tattoo. After reading this entire guide, it's time to go our and visit the shops and start talking to the artists. Good luck and enjoy that new tattoo!