Ink Tattoo Photo #8276

A new wave of research has revealed disturbing details about the chemicals in tattoo ink, including some endocrine disruptors and toxic metals, and a compound that has been identified as one of the most powerful skin carcinogens. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched studies on ink safety, but so far neither tattoo artists nor their customers seem particularly worried.

Fine-line tattoos use a single thin needle to create delicate, precise designs with minimal line weight. The result is a subtle, almost sketch-like quality that suits detailed small-scale work.

The upper arm is a classic tattoo placement with enough space for medium to large designs. It's easy to cover with a short sleeve and serves as a natural starting point for a half or full sleeve.