Tattoo Aftercare: Ask A Tattoo Artist

Come Hang out with Kristin at the Chuys' Christmas Parade!

2010-11-26T18:47:00.000-08:00

Chuy's Christmas Parade Overview:

Why wait 'til December for a Christmas Parade when you can attend Chuy's Christmas Parade in Austin during November? This unique Christmas parade raises money for "Operation Blue," which provides toys to needy children in the Austin area.

About Chuy's Christmas Parade:

Held the Saturday following Thanksgiving, Chuy's Christmas Parade features giant inflatable balloons, holiday floats, classic cars, marching bands and Santa. However, in addition to being great entertainment for those in attendance, Chuy's Christmas Parade also serves as a toy drive for needy children. Spectators are encouraged to bring a toy, which will be collected by 'Santa's Helpers' on behalf of Operation Blue during the parade.

Where Chuy's Christmas Parade is Held:

The parade route begins at the State Capitol at 11th and Congress and proceeds south along Congress to Cesar Chave

Kristin Gunn on "Reform School Girl" cd by Nick Curran & the Lowlifes

2010-10-26T19:34:00.000-07:00

Reform School Girl (Eclecto Groove)

Out of what could have been a load of retro-posturing, Nick Curran instead created an authentic work of musical prowess befitting his wild ride of a career. His years playing in such Lone Star powerhouse outfits as Ronnie Dawson, Kim Lenz & the Jaguars, and the Fabulous Thunderbirds have given the East Coast-born guitarist that definitive Texas blues-rock edge, but it's his recent inclusion on the soundtrack of HBO's True Blood that gives Curran nouveau street cred in spades. With guests including the Blasters' Phil Alvin ("Flyin' Blind") and the bandleader's penchant for using vintage recording equipment, such songs as "Baby You Crazy," "Tough Lover," and "The Lowlife" spew red-hot licks and leering, sneering attitude to burn. Reform School Girl is also the first killer party record of 2010, homage to the old-school style of sticking a disc in the player and letting it roll all night long.

BUY IT HERE!

Black Cat Healing Products Work on Eczema!

2010-10-26T19:30:00.000-07:00

Well we have gotten several emails, letters & calls over the years for many different uses of your Black Cat line. We finally decided to share with you guys our little secret... Black Cat Salve and Black Cat Lotion work on ECZEMA! So much so that we are going to market an Eczema Remedy Salve. Stay tuned, or just order the Tattoo Salve for now! XXOO

Drag Racing! Oct. 2nd Little River Dragway, Austin (ish) Texas!

2010-10-01T15:25:00.000-07:00

Kristin Gunn will be at the Kontinentals' Day of the Drags" Drag Races tomorrow at the South Austin Originals Booth. Come say hi!

http://dayofthedrags.com/

Worst Tattoo Customer Ever? Uh-huh.

2010-09-30T08:04:00.000-07:00

Man Fooled into Getting Tattoo on Forehead?

2010-09-28T10:53:00.000-07:00

Man Fooled into Getting Tattoo on Forehead? turns out it was just a radio station prank. Ouch!

Send us pics of your healed tattoos for our website!

2010-09-28T10:49:00.001-07:00

Send pics of your healed tattoos to info@tattooaftercare.net
XXOO

Custom Label Tattoo Aftercare - New Tattoo Shop!

2010-09-28T10:47:00.000-07:00

Congrats on the new location Ink'd Up Tattoo in Grand Rapids! Your shipment is on it's way & your custom labels look killer! XO

Would you have listened if someone told you not to get tattooed?

2010-05-08T15:14:00.001-07:00

uhhh. i don't listen. And how do you know they didn't?
Don't Should on me, and i won't Should on you, Mmmkay?

Ask me anything. Be nice.

Any beauty secrets you'd like to share?

2010-05-04T06:17:00.001-07:00

Expensive moisturizer and the devil.

Ask me anything. Be nice.

how old were you when you got your first tattoo?

2010-05-02T09:24:00.001-07:00

I was 15. I picked a dragon off the wall because it was the only thing that was $50. That's all I had!

Ask me anything. Be nice.

Where do you get the outfit in your pictures? The one with the cupcakes!

2010-05-01T16:42:00.001-07:00

Coolest stuff ever! xo
http://www.purrfectpineapples.com/

Ask me anything. Be nice.

Where do you live?

2010-05-01T06:10:00.003-07:00

Austin, Texas. Right by Zilker Park! xo

Ask me anything

formspring.me

2010-05-01T06:10:00.001-07:00

Ask me anything http://formspring.me/KristinGunn13

In Brooklyn, an Elvis Presley-themed barbershop and tattoo parlor. Yay!

2010-01-29T07:06:00.000-08:00

This is pretty neato!
Elvis never leaves Brooklyn barbershop where clients can't help falling in love with King's haircut.

Mis-spelled Tattoos. So funny. Sad but funny.

2010-01-28T07:58:00.000-08:00

See article here!

Kristin Gunn & Southside Tattoo in new TX DMV commercial airing now.

2010-01-23T07:29:00.000-08:00

MOVE Magazine Article - Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare

2010-01-23T07:27:00.000-08:00

Our fearless leader Kristin Gunn is on the cover and inside the new MOVE Magazine. This is a great issue because it also features Austinites 666 Photography. You can see the magazine online here.

Super-fast healing, which is high on my priority list since I'm diabetic...

2010-01-23T07:02:00.000-08:00

Hey! Just wanted to let you know (albeit late) that I love your products! Super-fast healing, which is high on my priority list since I'm diabetic (having an open wound with little immune system is something I have to be really careful with). I just ordered more salve and lotion since I'm starting a shin/calf sleeve Tuesday and will definitely need it. Attached is a close-up of my sparrows. Thanks for the great products!

- D DuTremble

Thanks David! We appreicate the feedback and pic. Your tattoo looks rad! xo

What's the deal with Tea Tree oil and Tattoo Healing?

2010-01-13T13:47:00.000-08:00

We feel that tea tree oil and citrus balms may slow the healing process of a new tattoo, causing dryness, scabbing, etc. these items are too harsh and drying for the new "baby" skin that is trying to form, therefore we don't recommend them for use during the healing process. We sell thousands of tattoo aftercare products per week and have happy customers.

Petroleum based products generally clog skin pores which would not allow the tattoo to "breathe" and heal naturally. Normal reactioons from petroleum based products or over application of balms, salves or ointments is a collection of tiny pimples around the tattoo.

We put no color or artificial scent in our healing salve. Both of these unnecessary ingredients can have adverse reactions.

Stoooopid. Tattooing the whites of your eyes?

2010-01-11T09:32:00.000-08:00

Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare's Kristin Gunn on new cd cover

2010-01-10T11:39:00.001-08:00

Nick Curran and the Lowlifes cd... Buy it!

Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare is the bomb...

2010-01-10T11:33:00.000-08:00

TESTIMONIAL

"Black Cat is the bomb, no other product on the market heals tattoos as quickly and easily as this product, this is why i sell the stuff at my shop and why i recommend to everybody i know, i have tried all the other crap out there from tattoo goo to h2 ocean to everything else and nothing beats Black Cat period!!"

Maxim Knite
Tattoos by Maxim

Thanks Maxim! we appreciate your feedback! xxoo

We loves us some Raquel Stoner & Stacey Allbritton!

2010-01-08T07:23:00.000-08:00

This is seriously the best aftercare stuff I've used. Aides in healing and keeps swelling and itching to a minimum!

Thanks! Raquel! xxoo
Raquel A. Sbragia Stoner

Yes, your products rock. I love the rosemary in the salve so much sometimes I just wear it to smell good.

Thanks Stacey!
Stacey Harrill Allbritton

We like seeing these reviews. Yussss we do.

2010-01-08T07:20:00.000-08:00

Great review! From Skull and Rose Tattoo...thanks Ms. Farinas!

For my first tattoo I used a different brand that was recommended by a lot of people, which I ended up having an allergic reaction to. Not a fun experience.

For the rest of the healing time on that one, and on my next tattoo (which was significantly larger) I used the entire Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare line (lotion, salve, and soap).

The salve is amazing. It’s easy to put on and does NOT stay greasy! It will not make your color run or give you any irritation. Just make sure you’re not allergic to any of the ingredients (they are listed on Black Cat’s website).

I would definitely recommend getting the entire aftercare line. I will never use anything else on my tattoos, unless something changes with Black Cat’s ingredients. Rating: 5 / 5

Need a Tattoo Aftercare Kit or to purchase kits for your Tattoo Shop?

2009-11-24T08:35:00.000-08:00

Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare makes several different sizes & combinations whether it's a butterfly on your rear or a whole sleeve. Order the pack that suits you best.

Go here for retail.

Need to get Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare products in your shop? You will make money off of these kits and at the same time provide your customers with the best tattoo aftercare available.

Go here for wholesale.

Go here for wholesale with CUSTOM LABELING!

If They Did Tattoos in Church Like This, I Might Just Go...

2009-11-24T08:17:00.000-08:00

MILL CREEK, Wash. - Church is probably the last place you'd think to get a tattoo, but a pastor in Mill Creek is getting his message out - one tattoo at a time.

A Sunday sermon at the Gold Creek Community Church in Mill Creek features something very unique.

On stage with the pastor is a tattoo artist and a member of the congregation, Erica Armendariz, sits quietly as he adds another tattoo to her arm.

"The one you don't want to put on yourself is the '666' right?" the Rev. Dan Kellogg asks the church-goers.

This is one way Kellogg gets his message across to his followers.

It's part of a six-week series called "Permanent Ink." Kellogg says the purpose is to find things in life that should be permanent and other things that should be removed.

Some churches considering tattooing a desecration of the body. But Kellogg disagrees with that.

"Even though it's a little edgy - and in fact some churches would say it's wrong to get a tattoo - we don't take that position at all," he says.

"We actually believe that this represents something that we can apply, something popular in our culture, that we can apply some spiritual truth to."

On this Sunday, Armendariz is on stage getting more artwork added to what she calls her "spiritual sleeve," a mural of religious tattoos across her arm.

"It's a constant reminder every day I wake up to it," she says. "It's something that constantly keeps it in the back of my head that I need to be the best person that I can be."

"Some people have thought through what they want permanently on their body, and what we want to talk about is what you want permanently on your soul too," the pastor says.

Kellogg says he's neither encouraging nor discouraging tattoos, but it's a powerful message and a unique way to get it across.

He didn't get a tattoo but had the word "FOUND" airbrushed on to his arm - and that's part of his next message.

As part of his message last week, Pastor Kellogg had some people remove their old tattoos - representing things they wanted out of their life.
_KOMONews.com

This Man Donated His Tattoos & Skin To Art...

2009-11-24T08:02:00.000-08:00

HE is an art lover who has dedicated his whole body to his passion.

Now retired history teacher Geoff Ostling, 65, has pledged to donate his skin to the National Gallery in Canberra.

He worked with cult artist eX de Merci over 15 years to tattoo a masterpiece on his body, from neck to ankle, with the theme "All the flowers of a Sydney garden".

"I wanted something unique, so I thought about a garden of plants, of natives and imported flowers, what you would find in a Sydney garden with a distant view of the city from Heartbreak Hill (at Rose Bay)," he said.

"To donate skin is not the most amazing thing in the world but the tattoos are revolutionary."

The concept of donating his skin was followed in an Australian documentary Anatomy, which has already won international acclaim.

He will also donate his organs to medicine.

"It has never been done as a whole body before and not in a gallery," he said.

"People can be squeamish about it. Portraits painted on human skin hang in galleries around the world. They don't tell you that, of course, and valuable books were also covered in human skin."

Sydney taxidermy expert Sascha Smith said it could be a challenge to preserve the tattoos unharmed but the process would be no different to skinning an animal.

Source: The Daily Telegraph

How to Heal a new Tattoo

2009-11-21T10:32:00.001-08:00

If you receive no written instructions from your Tattoo Artist regarding aftercare of your new tattoo, please follow the method below. It is what we use in our own Texas tattoo shops.

1. Wash your new tattoo a MINIMUM of 3-5 times daily usingBlack Cat Tattoo Spray Cleanser. Our super mild formula was developed to avoid burning on application or pulling the ink out of your new tattoo. Be careful what you put on your tattoo. Not all soap is created equal! Beware of copy cats!

2. Apply a thin layer of Black Cat Super Healing Salve after each wash. A little dab will do ya. Just enough to make it shiny. It will soak right in and not feel greasy like some other brands.

3. After an average of 4 days you will notice a light flaking & new skin growth. It is now time to use Black Cat Unscented Lotion. It will soften up your tattoo and keep it looking great!

Remember to apply AT LEAST a 45+ sunscreen to tattoos afterhealing, even on cloudy days! In our opinion, the "specialty" sunscreens for tattoos generally do not offer as much protection as you really need.

Get a cheap bottle of SPF 45+ at the store & use it DAILY!

Some FAQ's for Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare

2009-11-21T10:30:00.000-08:00

OF ALL THE TATTOO AFTERCARE PRODUCTS OUT THERE, WHY SHOULD WE USE YOURS?
Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare products were developed and tested by Tattoo Artists, chemists and countless clients. We tested all of our products thoroughly in our tattoo shops and have achieved what we think is the optimal recipe for healing. The company is still owned and operated by Tattoo Artists, not a bunch of banker guys in suits. We know the business!

WHY SHOULD I USE BLACK CAT SPRAY CLEANSER INSTEAD OF REGULAR SOAP?
Black Cat Aftercare has super mild ingredients that were all intentionally created to achieive the most optimum results for tattoo healing. The chemicals in your soap make a huge difference in your tattoo's outcome. Washing your tattoo is the single most important thing you can do to help it along. As Tattoo Artists, our opinion is to avoid "deep cleaning soaps", some scented antibacterial and any with citric acid or synthetic scent in the ingredients. Ours is water based, with a new spray bottle. Dont be fooled by copy-cats.

We were the first to develop a soap for tattoo healing, now look at all of them on the market. Some have even copied our unique spray bottle, but no one can copy or duplicate our proven recipe!

WHAT TATTOO AFTERCARE HEALING ROUTINE DO YOU RECOMMEND?
We recommend ALWAYS listening to your tattoo artist. If you were not given any instructions, visit the "Directions" section of our site for the directions we use in our own Tattoo Shops.

WHERE CAN I BUY BLACK CAT TATTOO CARE PRODUCTS?
Black Cat is available in 7 countries and over 600 of the absolute best tattoo shops worldwide. It is also available online 24/7. Beware of copy cats! Ask for it by name.

WHATS WRONG WITH A&D, BACITRACIN or NEOSPORIN?
Some old school Tattoo Artists still swear by the old methods. It is our opinion that there is a better way to heal. These over the counter products have drawing properties that are normally used to take impurities out of an open wound. We have noticed in the past in our tattoo shops that using these old school methods will cause unnecessary scabbing, and draw out some of the ink as well as cause a pimply rash to form around the tattoo.

WHAT DID MY TATTOO ARTIST USE AFTER THE TATTOO?
Many professional Tattoo Artists use Black Cat Healing Salve Studio Jars as soon as they have finished tattooing. Some artists use Vaseline or other petroleum based products. Black Cat Tattoo Healing Salve actually begins to start the healing process right away. Black Cat Salve also gives an immediate soothing sensation when applied and the plantain infused herb will help aid in pain relief.

WHY DO YOU NO LONGER USE BEESWAX?
We actually wanted to find a wax that was just as good with the same properties as beeswax, but that would be a VEGAN wax that would suit all of our clients. Some of you dont care about vegan stuff, some do. This way everybody is happy and our salve still kicks butt!

HOW MUCH DO I USE?
After tattooing Black Cat Tattoo Healing Salve should be applied immediately to your fresh tattoo. Tattoo Salve should then be applied 3-4 times per day after washing with Black Cat Spray Cleanser. A little bit goes a long way with our salve, apply sparingly and blot any excess still on tattoo after 5 minutes with a clean paper towel. Our clients experience an average 4-5 day healing period with minor itching, little to no scabbing. You only need a tiny bit, and it will soak right in with no greasy residue like other brands.

WHAT ELSE CAN I USE IT ON?
Black Cat can also be used to soothe eczema, psoriasis, insect bites, bee stings, sunburn, chicken pox, chapped lips, stubble rash, blisters, cuts...etc....It contains NO artificial or chemical ingredients. 100% natural.

IS THE TATTOO CARE SALVE OKAY TO USE WITH PERMANENT MAKEUP OR AFTER LASER PROCEDURES?
Absolutely! Black Cat Salve has been used for many years on permanent make up clients as well as after photofacial ad other laser skin treatments. Micro-pigmenation / Permanent Make-Up – apply Healing Salve 2-3 times a day while skin is healing. Apply gently and sparingly around eye area.

DID YOU USE ANY ANIMAL INGREDIENTS OR ANIMAL TESTING ?
NEVER TESTED ON ANIMALS! 100% Humane! No Animal ingredients.

HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT EMU OIL FOR TATTOO CARE?
Unfortunatley yes. We do not reccomend using Emu oil or any animal ingredients on your tattoo. Try Black Cat and you will be hooked!

If you still have questions not answered here, fill out our simple form to the right to ask a Tattoo Artist directly. Thanks for choosing Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare.

Does the Tattoo artist strap your arm down when giving you a tattoo?

2008-03-11T18:10:00.000-07:00

I'm looking to get my first tattoo on the inside of my upper arm(the place where it's supposed to be a little painful) I'm worried I might twitch and mess up my tattoo.

The tattoo artist will not strap you down or anything along those lines. They will have a good grip on you while stretching the skin and also to help alleviate any wiggling. Most experienced tattoo artists are familiar with jittery, wiggly customers so rest assured you wont be the first....but we may giggle at you later. hehe

Does It Hurt to Get a Tattoo?

2008-03-11T18:08:00.000-07:00

Getting a tattoo can hurt, but the level of pain can vary. Because getting a tattoo involves being stuck multiple times with a needle, it can feel like getting a bunch of shots or being stung by a hornet multiple times. Some people describe the tattoo sensation as "tingling." It all depends on your pain threshold, how good the person wielding the tattoo machine is, and where exactly on your body you're getting the tattoo. Also, keep in mind that you'll probably bleed a little.

What's the procedure like?

2008-03-11T18:00:00.000-07:00

Here's what you can expect from a normal tattooing procedure:

The tattoo artist will first wash his or her hands with a germicidal soap.
The to-be-tattooed area on your body will be cleaned and disinfected.
The tattoo artist will put on clean, fresh gloves.
The tattoo artist will explain the sterilization procedure to you and open up the single-use, sterilized equipment (such as needles, etc.).
Using the tattoo machine (with a sterile, single-use needle attached), the tattoo artist will begin drawing an outline of the tattoo under your skin.
The outline will be cleaned with antiseptic green soap and water.
Sterile, thicker needles will be installed on the tattoo machine, and the tattoo artist will start shading the design. After cleaning the area again, color will be injected.
Any blood will be removed by a sterile, disposable cloth or paper towel.
When finished, the area, now sporting a finished tattoo, will be cleaned once again. A thin film of Vaseline, A&D ointment or better yet Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare Salve will be applied and a bandage will be put on over the newly tattooed area.

Have a burning question for a tattoo artist?

2008-03-11T17:54:00.000-07:00

Send your question to info@TattooAftercare.net and we will answer your questions and post them here.

Tattoo Aftercare: Ask A Tattoo Artist

Come Hang out with Kristin at the Chuys' Christmas Parade!

Kristin Gunn on "Reform School Girl" cd by Nick Curran & the Lowlifes

Black Cat Healing Products Work on Eczema!

Drag Racing! Oct. 2nd Little River Dragway, Austin (ish) Texas!

Worst Tattoo Customer Ever? Uh-huh.

Man Fooled into Getting Tattoo on Forehead?

Send us pics of your healed tattoos for our website!

Send pics of your healed tattoos to info@tattooaftercare.netXXOO

Custom Label Tattoo Aftercare - New Tattoo Shop!

Congrats on the new location Ink'd Up Tattoo in Grand Rapids! Your shipment is on it's way & your custom labels look killer! XO

Would you have listened if someone told you not to get tattooed?

Any beauty secrets you'd like to share?

how old were you when you got your first tattoo?

Where do you get the outfit in your pictures? The one with the cupcakes!

Where do you live?

formspring.me

In Brooklyn, an Elvis Presley-themed barbershop and tattoo parlor. Yay!

Mis-spelled Tattoos. So funny. Sad but funny.

Kristin Gunn & Southside Tattoo in new TX DMV commercial airing now.

MOVE Magazine Article - Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare

Super-fast healing, which is high on my priority list since I'm diabetic...

What's the deal with Tea Tree oil and Tattoo Healing?

Stoooopid. Tattooing the whites of your eyes?

Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare's Kristin Gunn on new cd cover

Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare is the bomb...

We loves us some Raquel Stoner & Stacey Allbritton!

We like seeing these reviews. Yussss we do.

Need a Tattoo Aftercare Kit or to purchase kits for your Tattoo Shop?

If They Did Tattoos in Church Like This, I Might Just Go...

This Man Donated His Tattoos & Skin To Art...

How to Heal a new Tattoo

Some FAQ's for Black Cat Tattoo Aftercare

WHAT ELSE CAN I USE IT ON? Black Cat can also be used to soothe eczema, psoriasis, insect bites, bee stings, sunburn, chicken pox, chapped lips, stubble rash, blisters, cuts...etc....It contains NO artificial or chemical ingredients. 100% natural.

DID YOU USE ANY ANIMAL INGREDIENTS OR ANIMAL TESTING ? NEVER TESTED ON ANIMALS! 100% Humane! No Animal ingredients.

HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT EMU OIL FOR TATTOO CARE?Unfortunatley yes. We do not reccomend using Emu oil or any animal ingredients on your tattoo. Try Black Cat and you will be hooked!

Does the Tattoo artist strap your arm down when giving you a tattoo?

Does It Hurt to Get a Tattoo?

What's the procedure like?

Have a burning question for a tattoo artist?

Send pics of your healed tattoos to info@tattooaftercare.net
XXOO

WHAT ELSE CAN I USE IT ON?
Black Cat can also be used to soothe eczema, psoriasis, insect bites, bee stings, sunburn, chicken pox, chapped lips, stubble rash, blisters, cuts...etc....It contains NO artificial or chemical ingredients. 100% natural.

DID YOU USE ANY ANIMAL INGREDIENTS OR ANIMAL TESTING ?
NEVER TESTED ON ANIMALS! 100% Humane! No Animal ingredients.

HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT EMU OIL FOR TATTOO CARE?
Unfortunatley yes. We do not reccomend using Emu oil or any animal ingredients on your tattoo. Try Black Cat and you will be hooked!