Reference
Quick reference material on styles, body areas, terms and frequently asked questions.
OlyaGuide author · Tattoo artist · 7+ years of experience
The reference section is for quick answers, when there’s no time to read a whole article. It brings together styles, body areas, tattoo terms and short answers to common questions.
Use it alongside the other sections. Check the glossary for unfamiliar words, the body area directory when choosing a placement, and the style directory if you’re unsure about a style.
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4 articles
11.1Tattoo style directoryA quick look at the main tattoo styles: what each one looks like, what it suits and how it holds up on the skin over the years.
11.2Body area directoryArms, torso, legs, neck and head: how much each area hurts, how a design ages there and how easy it is to hide.
11.3Glossary of tattoo termsWords you’ll hear at a consultation and in messages with your artist, from liner and stencil to cover-up and touch-up.
11.4Quick answers to tattoo questionsShort answers to the questions people ask most: about pain, price, preparation, aftercare and living with a tattoo.