Milton Banned Tattoo Parlor in Downtown After Owner’s Investment

Мужчина в очках и тёмной футболке даёт интервью в магазине; за ним на полках виски и бурбон (Jim Beam), кирпичная стена с декоративными табличками

In the small suburb of Milton, Florida, tattoo artist Aaron Riley learned a harsh truth about how city regulations work: you can invest your own money into a vacant space, wait three months for an opening, and ultimately be denied by the authorities themselves. Last week, the Milton City Council voted 4-3 to uphold a ban on tattooing and body modification in the downtown area, rejecting Riley’s request for a special exception. The decision sparked a discussion about how American tattoo culture clashes with outdated municipal norms.

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Frank Ocean Showed a Tattoo Stencil on His Head, But Changed His Mind

Frank Ocean в профиль с фиолетовым стэнсиль-трафаретом татуировки на виске, за ухом и на шее: контур на макушке и рисунок руки с жестом, нанесённый переносной пастой перед сеансом тату.

Frank Ocean has once again made headlines, not with music, but with a tattoo – or rather, its ghost. On Monday, September 14, the artist posted a shot on Instagram Story showing the side of his head, the area behind his ear, and his neck covered in a detailed purple stencil. The caption was concise and telling: “Pre- (I bitched out).” Thus, fans got their first glimpse of a design that never became a permanent mark on his skin.

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Orlando Bloom Talks About Daughter Daisy’s Pirate Tattoo

Орландо Блум в чёрном пиджаке и белой рубашке с высоким воротником на фоне логотипов TIFF, Royal Bank и VISA; в ухе видна серьга, татуировок на фото не видно

Orlando Bloom, at the recent premiere of his new film “Bucking Bastard” at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 14th, shared a funny story about how his six-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove, whom he co-parents with ex-wife Katy Perry, got a temporary tattoo in the style of “Pirates of the Caribbean.” According to the actor, the girl had no idea what she was putting on her skin – and perhaps that’s the charm of children’s tattoo culture, which is increasingly becoming a part of family leisure.

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Brooklyn Beckham Covers Up ‘Mamma’s Boy’ Tattoo with Floral Design

Бруклин Бекхэм в оверсайз-костюме Burberry в клетку и Николла Пельтц в чёрной кожаной куртке с лаковой сумочкой на ночном выходе из ресторана

Brooklyn Beckham has done what is considered one of the most honest gestures in the tattoo world – covering an old inscription with a new design. In a recent shirtless photo, the 27-year-old model showed how a floral ornament now unfolds on his body instead of the phrase “Mamma’s boy.” This gesture comes at a time when the public conflict with his parents, Victoria and David Beckham, has already become part of his biography, not just gossip.

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What Happens to the Skin After a Tattoo: New Research Findings

Женщина со спины со свежей татуировкой в готическом стиле с надписью на шведском «Märkt för livet» на плечах, покрытой защитной плёнкой, ниже — роза в стиле fine line с бабочками, на шее — ласточка в blackwork

One in four Swedes already adorns their bodies with tattoos, and this habit is even more common among young women. According to a recent survey by the Swedish Public Health Agency, 28% of women and 21% of men admitted to having at least one tattoo. While most people live with them peacefully, nearly five percent (4.7%) experience skin problems that can become a real headache over time. We’ve explored what exactly gets under the skin, where pigment particles go, and whether you should fear what you’re permanently applying to your body.

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