Sunday, December 5, 2010

Sanskrit Tattoo Designs

Sanskrit tattoo designs have been around now for many many years. The majority of the designs have used and demonstrated various Hindu symbols to represent each generation.

Initially, strict practitioners of both the Hindu and Buddhist faiths were very critical when Sanskrit tattoo designs were used in tattoos. The idea of using religious Sanskrit designs in a tattoo was taboo. However as times and opinions have changed and developed some followers of the Hindu faith have their own interpretation of Sanskrit Tattoos.

Surveys in recent times have concluded that about 16 percent of Americans sport a tattoo. This is a growing number and is set to grow even further as more and more tattoo artists enter the fray. There are even television shows about nothing else other than tattoos and the artists who apply them.

As the popularity has increased so have the various techniques, options and tools used in the trade. Due to the increased safety of the tools more areas of the body are now able to have tattoos applied to them. This includes more sensitive areas of the body and the wrist has now become a popular site for tattoos.

Wrist tattoos are extremely popular partly due to the increased visibility that the wrist gives you. With the exception of the face the wrist is probably the most visible part of anyones body. For a wrist tattoo there is no better design than Sanskrit Tattoo Designs.

Celebrities love them

As with all modern phenomenon celebrities have been one of the keys to tattoos increased popularity and acceptance. Popular actress Jessica Alba has a very nice Sanskrit tattoo on her right inner wrist. The Sanskrit character translates to Padma or “Lotus Flower”.

The lotus flower is quite an apt symbol for a celebrity as it signifies the ability of a person to rise above the crowd. A Lotus flower has deep roots buried in the mud of lakes or ponds and yet the flower itself rises above the water to show off its beauty to the world.

X-files Gillian Anderson also has a wrist Sanskrit Tattoo design which translates to “everyday”.

Sanskrit Script Tattoos

In my opinion the best option for a wrist tattoo is Sanskrit scripts. The normal plan is to translate an important quote or passage into Sanskrit. The beauty of Sanskrit is that it is a dead language meaning that the translation wont change anytime soon.

If you search online you will be able to find many websites that offer translation of quotes into Sanskrit. Once you have the translation then it is simply a case of going to the local Tattooist to have your masterpiece attached to you.

Areas of the Wrist.

There are three main areas within the wrist that people have tattooed. These are the whole circumference, the top area of the wrist or the inner wrist. If you decide on the whole wrist then a wrist-band like tattoo is probably the best option. The Sanskrit tattoo design lends itself to the bracelet design due to the horizontal line that joins the Sanskrit characters together.

If you don’t want to go for the full wrist tattoo it is still very possible to have the top half of your wrist tattooed with this armband style as this area will usually remain in memory and the underside cannot always be seen anyways. Tattoo designs on the arm also give you the option of displaying them for all to see, or covering them up with a shirt sleeve.

Inner wrist tattoos are usually the most interesting. A large number of people who have an inner wrist Sanskrit Tattoo design found their inspiration from a Red Hot Chilli Peppers album.


Tattoo Aftercare

Once you have your new tattoo it is important that you provide it with the proper aftercare. Although your artist should provide you with an aftercare sheet the actual responsibility for preventing infection and worse rests firmly on your shoulders. Here are some of the cardinal sins of tattoo aftercare which should be avoided at all costs to prevent your tattoo experience turning into a potential nightmare.

Removing the bandage too soon. No doubt you will be under pressure from family and friends to show off you latest creation. Under no circumstances should the bandage be removed within the first 2 hours of the tattoo being completed. To prevent infection it is imperative that no bacteria is able to penetrate what is in effect an open wound.

Using abrasive wash clothes. You will need to wash the tattoo area after removing the bandage. Use lukewarm water and a liquid antibacterial soap. Do not use a washcloth or anything abrasive to apply the soap . Your hand is your best tool for this purpose.

Cleaning with Detol or Neosporin. Although a fantastic product for cuts and crazes these type of product are not suited to tattoo aftercare. In particular there is a high potential of an allergic reaction to the Neosporin, which may result in little red bite like lumps dominating the tattoo area. Unfortunately once the lumps die down they for some reason can take the ink with them resulting in a polka-dotted tattoo finish.

Oversoaking your new tattoo. Getting a tattoo wet in a shower is fine but getting it soaked is definitely out of the question. Completely submerging your new tattoo before it is fully healed either in the bath or sea can lead to infection and/or impair the long term quality of the tattoo.

Sharing your aftercare products . To avoid cross infection never share your aftercare products with anyone

Picking and scratching at scabbing and peeling areas It is not unusual after 3-4 days for some minor peeling and scabbing to form on the tattoo area. Do not ruin your tattoo by picking and scratching. Applying some warm moistened cotton buds a few times a day to the scabs for several minute will cause them to soften and eventually fall away.

Exposure to the sun Once your tattoo is fully healed it is important that you keep it adequately protected from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. The powerful sun’s rays are more than capable of damaging and effecting the vibrancy of even the most colourful tattoo in next to no time. Make sure that the tattoo is protected with a minimum factor 16 sunblock.

Monday, November 29, 2010

Pink Tattoos

Starting from the top down, here is what is known to be just a partial list of Pink's tattoos:
  • A tribal musical note behind her left ear
  • A bar code reading "1 9879-11299-1 3" on the back of her neck
  • On her left shoulder, a guardian angel
  • On her left arm: a portrait of her dog Elvis, the words "Sir Corky Moore" and a date, a broken heart on the inside of her left elbow
  • A razor blade on her left wrist (inside)
  • A red star on her left hand
  • On her right wrist: the words "What Goes Around Comes Around", and the words "True Love"
  • A symbol for love and a red heart on her lower stomach
  • On her left leg: dragon on her thigh, the words "Mr. Pink" on her inner thigh, a Japanese symbol for good luck on ankle
  • A Japanese symbol for happiness, a frog and two other unknown symbols on her left foot
  • On her left and right big toes: a red heart on each
  • Dog tags representing her brother and dad on her right ankle
  • A Chinese symbol representing infinity above her right ankle

Of course it is believed there may be more ink on Pink's body, but these are the tats that are confirmed.





Scarlett Johansson Tattoos

Scarlett Johansson tattoos are beautiful, just like her. The sun over the sea tattoo on her arm reflects her personality and her beauty: radiant like the sun and romantic like the sea at sunset.

Did you like Scarlett Johansson tattoos? then have a look at all the other celebrity tattoos, some of them are really amazing (either too beautiful or just atrociously awful ;) )




Sunday, November 28, 2010

Pee Wee Herman Tattoo

Pee Wee Herman is a rather iconic figure in many of our childhoods, but really, a tattoo of Pee Wee?

Not to mention, a bizarre twisted cartoon version, of the artist formerly known as Paul Reubens.





Thursday, November 25, 2010

Traci Lords Cross Ankle Tattoo


Traci Lords is an American actress, producer, director, writer and singer, featured in movies such as Cry-Baby, Tommyknockers and Frostbite.

Traci Lords has a tattoo located on her left inner ankle, and the design appears to be a cross and flower combination.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

Emma Bunton Tattoo after Giving Birth



It is being reported that The e Girls will be getting matching tattoos soon to celebrate their union as friends before they set off on their reunion tour in December. A source close to the group said Emma Bunton -- known as Baby e -- will wait until after the birth of her baby to get her tattoo.




Friday, November 19, 2010

Dani Alves Tattoos



He loves his wife for sure and does not mind proclaiming it to the world. Alves is a true family man. While he has a picture of his wife on his right arm, he has also emblazoned his son's name across the chest.


Thursday, November 18, 2010

Lea Michele Tattoos

In the latest issue of Rolling Stone, actress Lea Michele, 23, reveals that she isn’t as straight-laced as the giddy character she portrays on television’s Glee: the star has nine tattoos!



Lea, who plays overachieving Rachel Berry on the hit show, even convinced series co-stars Jenna Ushkowitz (Tina) and Kevin McHale (Artie) to have matching tattoos of the word “Imagine” inked on their left feet.

“I’m known to be the instigator to do some more risky stuff – so we have little tattoos on our feet now… It made a lot of sense that night.”

Her other body art includes a blue butterfly on her right foot drawn by her cousin, a butterfly on her back which she got with her mother, and a bird on her hip. Lea also has two musical notes from Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” on her left shoulder and a tattoo on her thigh in memory of her grandfather, who died in 2009.




Rebecca Loos Neck and Lower Back Tattoos

Rebecca Loos is a Spanish-Dutch model and reality television star, featured on the television program Shownieuws and Celebrity Love Island.

Rebecca Loos is known for having a few tattoos, including a heart, sun, moon and stars design on her upper back and neck area.

She also has a tribal inspired tattoo on her lower back, and a tribal sun on her lower stomach.


Kristanna Loken Tattoos

Kristanna Loken is an American actress, known for her role in movies such as Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, BloodRayne, and on the television series Painkiller Jane.

Kristanna Loken has a handful of body artwork, including a native American symbol for strength and a personal crest on her back left shoulder.

Her other tattoos include, a horse on her left ankle, plus a crescent moon and star on each wrist.


Monday, November 15, 2010

Heather Locklear Tattoos

Heather Locklear is a wonderful American actress, who has starred on the television series T.J. Hooker, Melrose Place and Spin City.

Heather Locklear has been spotted with a coupe of tattoos, including a heart and rose flower design with the name "Finch" located on her right ankle.

The actress also has a small unknown tattoo on her lower abdomen, plus she is rumored to have the name of her ex husband Richie Sambora on her groin.


Danielle Lloyd Tattoos

Danielle Lloyd is a stunning English glamour model, who was also crowned Miss England 2004 and Miss Great Britain 2006.

Danielle Lloyd has two visible tattoos which we know about, including a Hebrew inscription located on the back of her neck reading "Only God can judge me".

Ms. Lloyd also has a Latin phrase on her back left shoulder which reads "Quis attero mihi tantum planto mihi validus" and translates into "To diminish me will only make me stronger".


Candy Lo Tribal Tattoos

Candy Lo is a fabulously talented Chinese singer-songwriter and actress, known for albums such as Bat Seui Yiu...Yun Mei Dak Ho Pa and Tip Gan Lou Haau Yam.

Candy Lo has two tattoos on her body, both of which are of the tribal variety, once being located on her left upper shoulder, and the other tattoo is on her lower stomach and hip area.


Freddie Ljungberg Back Tattoos

Freddie Ljungberg is a Swedish professional footballer and model, who has spent most of his career with Arsenal F.C. and Halmstads BK.

Freddie Ljungberg has two rather large black panther tattoos, one located on each side of his lower back. Freddie has also been spotted with another black cat tattoo on his right hip, however this is believed to be a temporary design.

Lucy Liu Tattoo

Lucy Liu is a fabulous American actress, featured in films such as Charlie's Angels, Chicago and Kill Bill.

Lucy Liu has been photographed and photoshopped with fake tattoos in the past, however the actress is believed to have a real tiger tattoo, located on her lower back.

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Chris Brown has had Tattoos ever since he was 13 years old!

American Rapper Chris Brown has had tattoos ever since he was 13 years old. He asked for one for his birthday to which his mum replied:

You ain’t gettin’ no tattoo!

Needless to say that didn’t stop him. He has a tattoos of Jesus, a Hand Holding a C, a Skull with a Halo on it, a Demon & some Ninjas. Quite the collection!

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