how tattoos work ?

Tattoos involve injecting ink into the second layer of the skin, called the dermis. The process typically includes the following steps:

1. Preparation: The tattoo artist cleans and disinfects the area to be tattooed.
2. Design Transfer: The artist may transfer the chosen design onto the skin using a stencil or draw it directly.
3. Needle and Ink Application: The tattoo machine, equipped with needles, rapidly punctures the skin, depositing tiny ink droplets into the dermis. The needles move up and down, creating a series of small punctures and introducing the ink.
4. Healing Process: The body’s natural healing process begins. The immune system works to remove any foreign particles (ink particles) and begins to encapsulate them. This encapsulation process helps retain the ink in the dermis.
5. Formation of the Tattoo: As the skin heals, the ink particles remain trapped in the dermis, creating a permanent design visible through the outer layer of skin (epidermis).

The permanency of tattoos results from the ink being embedded in the dermis, which is more stable than the outer layer of skin. Proper aftercare, such as keeping the tattoo clean and moisturized, is essential for optimal healing and preservation of the tattoo’s appearance.