Gi etched this floral dot-work tattoo. She hand pokes (which is a form of tattooing that doesn't use a machine) all of her clients' tattoos. Teeny-tiny dots decorate the cartilage and lobe randomly.

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Tattoos have a rich history that stretches back thousands of years, but today, they’re experiencing a remarkable resurgence among women. Gone are the days when body art was primarily associated with ...

Getting a tattoo is a big commitment. After all, you're permanently marking your body (ignoring the fact tattoo removal is a thing – albeit timely and expensive). This is also what makes it the ...

Tattoos tell a meaningful, beautiful story about who we are. So, what better way to bond with your group of friends than by getting small, matching tattoos that sum up what your friendship is all ...

If you've never gotten a tattoo and are thinking about getting inked this summer, start with a cute little design and take it from there. You'll find all kinds of great ideas that are ideal for your ...

Would a tattoo give you more motivation? Whether it be to take care of yourself, be kinder, chase your dreams, be healthier or follow your heart? Not only are these tattoos super cute, but they also ...

Before women are ever exposed to the world of alternative body modification, they have been overexposed to the beauty culture through their personal interactions as well as the media. They have ...

Despite cultural taboos, women have been getting tattoos for centuries. In ancient Egypt, women got tattoos as a form of beauty and as a status symbol. Permanent ink was seen for the first time in the ...