Tattoos
Why Does South Korea Ban Tattooing?
At least 1 million South Koreans have body art, but it remains illegal for anyone other than medical professionals to give tattoos.
The Fading Tattoo Traditions of India’s Last Headhunters
An ancient warrior tribe once gave its men tattoos in exchange for enemy heads. These photos reveal the last of these once-fearsome warriors.
Tattooists On the Tattoos People Will Regret in a Decade
“Moons, stars, dots, arrows, astrology symbols, loved ones’ initials, coordinates of special places...”
Cops Tell Biker Gangs to Wear Makeup as Harsh New Laws Ban Face Tattoos
Western Australian police are rolling out what they’re calling the “toughest” anti-criminal laws in the country, raising concerns about human rights.
People Keep Getting QR Codes Tattooed on Their Body
“I think it’s a kind of human evolution, that we’re slowly transitioning into cyborgs.”
This Is What Anti-Racist Tattooing Looks Like
When they were told their skin was “too dark” for a tattoo, artist Ogechi decided to become their own tattooist.
19 Unforgettable Ways to Make Up for Lost Time With Friends This Summer
Do a little matchmaking. Spring for corny souvenirs. Have a massive birthday party for everyone who missed theirs.
Marilyn Manson Fans on Their Tattoos: 'I Feel Quite Mortified'
The recent allegations of abuse have forced fans to reconsider their Manson-inspired body art.
How To Give Yourself a Stick and Poke Tattoo at Home
We spoke with professional tattoo artists to learn all about hand-poking.
A Student Stole My Academic Work, Copied My Tattoos and Gave Talks Pretending To Be Me
He fooled everybody around him; they thought he was a brilliant scholar.
I Got 'Charles Manson's Ashes' Tattooed Into My Head
"Unfortunately, he is now forever infamously part of history, and I chose to have that DNA history a part of me."
Japanese Boxer Faces Penalty for Baring Tattoos in the Ring
“I think it’s about time we break these outdated rules,” boxing champion Kazuto Ioka said.