Tattoos can cause a spectrum of reactions, from swelling at the injection site to an effect that can spread over the body.

Scarring from tattooing, called keloids, occurs more frequently on dark skin. It happens when tattoo artists press harder or ...

Brigham and Women's dermatologist Dr. Abby Waldman says people should not get a tattoo over an existing mole or birthmark. She also says it can be very expensive and time-consuming to remove a tattoo ...

skin, and healing ability. One of the most overlooked aspects of tattoo preparation is your diet. What you eat before your session can influence how your body reacts during and after the inking ...