From minimalist wrist designs to full sleeves, body art has become so common that it barely raises an eyebrow. But while the ...

Tattoos are an incredibly common form of permanent self-expression that date back thousands of years. Most tattoo artists follow strict health and sanitation regulations, so you might assume that ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WPVI) -- The FDA is alerting tattoo artists and consumers not to use some shades of ink sold by a company called "A Thousand Virgins." Tests on unopened bottles turned up types of ...

Hygiene isn’t the only concern when it comes to tattoo safety — the ink itself can also be dangerous, studies find. (Photo: Getty Images) You know the design will last forever, but it turns out you ...

Historically, tattoos existed at the fringe of society. But today, tattoos are mainstream — gracing the skin of athletes, celebrities, professionals and everyday people. According to the Pew Research ...

Tattoos have gained widespread popularity, with nearly one in three Americans having at least one. But beneath the colorful designs lurks a hidden journey. According to a new study, tattoo ink doesn’t ...

Ink is sometimes made from products that were not manufactured for tattoos. Researchers are raising concerns about the quality of tattoo ink, saying the ink isn't always properly labeled and, in some ...

The FDA said the inks could cause serious infections or other injuries. Food and Drug Administration officials recalled several types of tattoo ink this week over worries that they could be ...

BOSTON (CBS) - Several tattoo inks have been recalled after they were found to be contaminated with bacteria, the Food and Drug Administration has announced. The recalled inks are: Scalpaink SC, ...

Commercial tattoo and permanent makeup inks are too often contaminated with microbes that can lead to infection, warn investigators of a first-of-its-kind study testing the products. When US ...

Have no fear: This tattoo ink is made to disappear. Tattoo parlors are a dime a dozen in alternative-friendly Williamsburg, but a new spot stands out for its promise of semi-permanent designs. Welcome ...