The Journal — tattoo advice from Fremantle.
Straight answers on tattoo pain, cost, aftercare, numbing cream and choosing your style, from the artists at The Black Swan Tattoo Studio.
Tattoo numbing cream: does it work, and how to use it before your session
What tattoo numbing cream actually does, when it helps most, how to prepare your skin, and what to tell your artist before you use it.
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Tattoo pain chart: the most and least painful places to get tattooed
Where tattoos hurt the most, where they hurt the least, and why. Plus practical ways to make a tougher placement easier.
How much does a tattoo cost in Perth? A studio's honest guide
What actually goes into the price of a tattoo, how minimums, half days and full days work, and how to budget for a bigger piece in Perth.
Tattoo aftercare: a day-by-day healing guide
How to look after a new tattoo, from the first wash to fully healed: what's normal, what to avoid, and when to ask your artist.
Fine line, traditional or black and grey? How to choose a tattoo style
A plain-English guide to the most popular tattoo styles: how they look, how they age, and how to pick the right artist for yours.
Your first tattoo: what to expect at a Fremantle tattoo studio
From your first enquiry to walking out with fresh ink: how booking works, what to bring, how to prepare and what happens on the day.