THE ADVANTAGES OF TRADITIONAL TATTOOING

 -less painfull -no burning feel on the skin -less bleeding -heal faster(2-3 days) -no annoying noise compare to the gun/machine. -more peacefull -and lots more for u experience For more info,find us here; Borneo Headhunters Tattoo and Piercing Studio 1st Floor 47 Wayang Street 93250 Kuching Sarawak East Malaysia Tel/Fax: 006-082-237062 Mobile: 006-019-8566317 Email: info@borneoheadhunter.com Website: www.borneoheadhunter.com

TATTOO AFTER CARE

 Here is a list of things that you should do once you've gotten yourself a tattoo. 1. Take the bandage/cover off after 2-3 hours. 2. Give the tattooed area a mild soap wash twice daily using only your hand. 3. Make sure it is thoroughly cleaned. 4. Pat it dry with an unused clean towel. 5. Let the tattoo "air dry" for at least an hour. 6. Then for the next 3 days, apply a light smear of antiseptic cream 2 -3 times daily. (Use either Savlon by Johnson & Johnsons or Dettol Cream. Do not use Vaseline.) 7. Do this until all the scabs come off. 8. After the third day, switch to any non-perfumed moisturising cream or lotion. 9. If your tattoo starts to peel, do not pick or scratch, let it shed naturally for the best results. Apply lotion to keep it moist. 10. If your tattoo itches, don't scratch it! Instead, slap it to make the itch go away. Once it is healed, apply sunblock before spending an extended time outside. 11. You may want to have it touched up every few years to keep it looking new and vibrant. 12. Remember: Do not at any time, scrub your tattoo before it is fully healed. A tattoo is considered completely healed when it is about 3 months old. No skin to skin contact with people or pets. No scratching, picking or peeling. No swimming, sauna, jacuzzi or tub. No direct sunlight for at least one (1) month. No tanning salon or contact sports. No shaving. Note: Please remember that the outcome of your tattoo depends on how you take care of it. www.borneoheadhunter.com

Borneo Iban Tattoo

Borneo, located in South East Asia is the third largest island in the world. The natives of Borneo consist of different tribes where each has its own language and culture. Though their languages and cultures are different, all tribes share something in common: the tradition and practice of tattooing. For many centuries, the tradition and practice of tattooing has also been a way of life for the Iban - one of the largest tribe amongst the natives. Tattoos were very much entwined with every aspect of their culture. The practice of tattooing was a sacred activity that connected the people to the spiritual world. Tattooing was also linked to the men's success in headhunting and the coming of age amongst the womenfolk. Aside from symbolizing their social status, tattoos also enhanced the women's beauty. It is believed that the darker the color of the tattoo, the more beautiful the tattoo and the bearer is. Women were also tattooed as proof of their accomplishments in weaving, dancing or singing. Aside from these, the Ibans also bore tattoos for protective purposes as it is said to help ward off harm and disease. www.borneoheadhunter.com

The history of tattoo

 The word 'tattoo' is derived from the Tahitian word "tatu", which means 'to mark something'. Tattoo has been commonly practiced by different civilizations and cultures since 12,000 BC. The purpose and aim of getting a tattoo varied from one culture to another. One of the earliest people who practiced tattooing were the Egyptians. Archaeological digs have shown us that tattooing was practiced in Egypt from the time the Great Pyramids were being constructed. As the Egyptian empire grew, so did this art form spread to other civilisations such as Crete, Greece, Arabia and China. During the 17th century, pilgrims returning from Jerusalem were seen bearing permanent marks on their bodies. However, tattoos and people who bore them were not always viewed as pious or having good moral fiber. In the early 1800s, tattoos became associated with the criminal underclass as they were branded in order to display their illicit status. Eventually, tattoos became synonymous with the tough working class and criminals. These days, tattoos have become an acceptable part of our lives, mainly due to its revival by celebrities. While it has enjoyed an astounding comeback, the purpose behind getting a tattoo nowadays are somewhat different. These days, tattoos are used to carry the identity of certain groups, the mark of a person's individuality and the symbol of beauty. www.borneoheadhunter.com