Body Tattoos

Body tattoos have been in existence since time immemorial. They essentially originated in tribal Japan where most tribesmen covered their faces for the purpose of camouflaging themselves. Today, they have gained immense popularity throughout the world. It is undeniably the one thing which connects the world! Spreading over a range of spiritual, decorative, medical and cosmetic purposes, body tattoos have often been associated with negative connotations. However, being extensive in nature i.e. covering the entire body, in a few cultures, body tattoos also denote certain traditional rites and social designations.

Body tattoos can further be classified as –

• Full body tattoos- As the name suggests, full body tattoos are evenly spread throughout the body, covering whole of it.
• Back Tattoos – They are carved on the upper back area of the body and are prevalent amongst different age groups.
• Arm tattoos – They are basically the markings on the arm- especially on the biceps and triceps which in some cases flex with the muscles.
• Leg tattoos – The carvings of the leg tattoos are restricted to the area of the legs.

Despite where they are made, there are certain healths risks associated with body tattoos which must be taken into consideration. Body tattoos may cause allergies and infections as a skin barrier is broken to obtain these markings. Moreover, diseases like tetanus, hepatitis and tuberculosis are at the risk of being contracted. However, by using safe equipment and taking adequate safety measures, body tattoos can prove to be the best visible form of art!

Body tattoos are generally constituted of numerous shades and colours along with dyes and pigments. Apart from these, materials like iron oxides and titanium dioxides too are frequently used as inks. Once a body tattoo has been drawn, a number of aftercare methodologies must be followed to make sure it retains the best of its charm and enigma. Your body needs to be completely covered with bandages at least for the first two hours of having the tattoo marked. Further, much contact with hot water and pool water must be avoided. In other words, taking a bath after having a body tattoo is a task to be executed very carefully otherwise washing or fading may occur. Long exposure to sun must also be avoided for some time.

Apart from these advisories, it must be remembered that each new body tattoo has to be kept as clean as possible. This might be done by using oil based skin ointments or by utilizing commercial products which have been specially designed for this purpose.  Body tattoos are definitely an artistic marvel- splendid in appearance and striking in style!