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09/19/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Toxic tattoo ink accumulates in lymph nodes, causing life-long cancer risk

Scientists now warn that colored tattoos can increase the risk of cancer. The pigmented dyes used by most tattoo parlors contain a controversial chemical known as titanium dioxide. This compound is added to tattoo ink to give certain colors. But while the chemical is efficient in exacting the correct shade desired, it is also associated […]

06/02/2017 / By Bridgette Wilcox

Man dies from sepsis after swimming with new tattoo

Artistic and stunning though they may be, tattoos are still open wounds that need to be taken special care of — a fact that many newly-tattooed people tend to ignore at their own risk. Such was the case for an unidentified 31-year old man, who had reportedly died from septic shock after his fresh tattoo […]

05/26/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Dangerous tattoo removal cream leaves student with horrific scar

In a bid to appear more professional for work, 21-year old Pasuda Reaw decided to get rid of the rose tattoo on her chest. But instead of opting for laser removal, she turned to Rejuvi, a chemical remover created by the Rejuvi Laboratory California. The Thai art student tried this laser-free alternative last February. Three […]

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