The 15 Highest Paid Tattoo Artist in the World
Posted by Derm Dude Team onFACT: Good tattoos can be expensive. Another fact? The very top in-demand tattoo artists can be extremely expensive! Of course, we’re not going to completely brush aside the fact that sometimes a lower cost tattoo...
How Long Does it Take for a Tattoo to Completely Heal
Posted by Drew Plotkin (Chief Dude Officer) onThe tattoo healing process is often underestimated. Many tattoo artists and enthusiast alike will tell you that your tattoo should be fully healed within three to four weeks. And while 3-4 weeks is typically when...
Tattoo Aftercare Tips From a Board Certified Dermatologist
Posted by Drew Plotkin (Chief Dude Officer) onThe Derm Dude podcast is joined by a longtime friend and associate, Dr. Heather Wollery-Llyod, a brilliant board-certified dermatologist and a member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. I’ve enjoyed producing skincare commercials and...
13 Ways to Screw Up a New Tattoo
Posted by Drew Plotkin (Chief Dude Officer) onCongratulations, dude!! You have a sick new tattoo, and you can’t wait to show your brand new ink off to the world. But slow your roll tiger! And check out these simple but critical things...
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Tattoo Scabbing | What's Normal and What is Alarming
Posted by Drew Plotkin (Chief Dude Officer) onDude! You did it! You sat like a champ while getting your tattoo, listened to your artist’s aftercare instructions (or followed our epic tattoo aftercare guide), and everything looks and feels great, but you’re starting...
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Inked Magazine Interviews Derm Dude's Chief Dude Officer
Posted by Derm Dude Team onChief Dude Officer of Derm Dude, Drew Plotkin, was recently interviewed for Inked Magazine's new series 'Heavily Inked'. Drew discusses the evolution of his tattoos, from a spur-of-the-moment drunken college experience to working with some...
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100 Deadly Skills Author & Former Navy Seal, Clint Emerson | Think Ink Drink
Posted by Drew Plotkin (Chief Dude Officer) onNew York Times bestselling author, retired Navy SEAL, and survival expert Clint Emerson is the battle seasoned warrior behind the bestselling 100 Deadly Skills series, along with his hugely popular podcast and much more. Derm...
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The 4 Stages of Tattoo Aftercare
Posted by Drew Plotkin (Chief Dude Officer) onSTAGE 1: IMMEDIATE TATTOO AFTERCARE This is, by far, the most critical stage in the tattoo aftercare process. First and foremost, consult with your artist. Their expertise and guidance will be critical in the first...
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Artist Profile | Pony Wave, Ink Master Star | Think Ink Drink
Posted by Drew Plotkin (Chief Dude Officer) onIn this episode of Think Ink Drink, the Derm Dude team meets Pony Wave in Los Angeles, California. Pony Wave, a native of Vladimir, Russia, immigrated to the United States with only $600 in her...
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