The word tattoo comes from the Tahitian word "Tattau" means to mark and an art needed to be showcased. It is a form of body medications by inserting indelible ink into the dermis layer of the skin to change the pigment dating back to 3300 B C found on Egyptian and Nubian mummies date from about 2000 BC. Sporting a new tattoo may not always be an easy affair, once a tattoo is embedded into your skin, proper care need to be taken from the time the tattoo is engraved on your skin. Every person has a different texture of skin and sensitivity factors make sure to consult with the tattoo artist. Follow the instructions advised by the tattoo artist carefully to protect the surface of the skin from bacterial infections and for your skin and tattoo looking its best in the long run.