Tattoo

Dermal pigmentation or tattoos refers to insertion of pigments in the skin for decorative and other purposes. Tattoos are generally created using animal or human skin. In case of human beings tattoos are used for body modification whereas in the case of animals tattoos are used for the purpose of branding. Tribes in Japan called Ainu have known to wear facial tattoo and they have also gained popularity among various tribes of Africa, Borneo, Europe, Cambodia, China and America. Though there are some taboos associated with tattoos but it still enjoys a lot of popularity across the whole world.

Tattoo is derived from the word tatau where ta means hand and u refers to colors. Fans of tattoo also refer tattoos as ink, art, work or tats. Tattoos have been gaining popularity with the able support of mainstream art galleries. Tattoos are generally long lasting since the ink is injected in the dermis which makes it almost permanent. Tattoos are generally created manually where the tattoo artist punctures the skin and injects the ink with his hands. Whenever you go for a tattoo get it done safely otherwise you may risk the chance of catching some disease or infection.

Tattoos have been used for both decorative and spiritual purposes and have served as mark of status and rank, passage, symbol of religion and spiritual devotion and even as marks of sexual lures and fertility and even as decorations of bravery. Nowadays people get tattoos for sentimental, cosmetic, religious and magical reasons and even for symbolizing their belongings or identification with various groups which includes ethnic groups and criminal gangs. Before going for tattoos do consider the health risks which involve infection and allergic reactions. Nowadays people even opt for temporary tattoos since they can be safely removed and are not permanent.

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