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Welcome to the Alchemy Tattoo Collective blog, your go-to source for tattoo inspiration, industry insights, and expert advice. Whether you’re a first-time client, a tattoo enthusiast, or an aspiring artist, we share valuable tips, artist spotlights, design ideas, and much more. Stay updated with our latest posts and dive into the world of tattoo artistry with us.
A fresh tattoo is technically an open wound, which means the way you care for it in the first few days can make or break the final result. This 2025 day-by-day tattoo aftercare guide, written by St. Louis tattoo professionals, breaks down exactly what to expect and how to protect your new ink from day one to full healing.
Join Alchemy Tattoo Collective in St. Louis for our Spooky Tattoo Party on October 12, 2025. We’re celebrating 10 years in the Central West End with flash tattoos, piercing specials, and live tarot readings. Expect exclusive spooky flash designs all month, treats, music, and a festive Halloween atmosphere while you get tattooed or pierced by trusted St. Louis artists.
Your new piercing is a fresh wound that needs care. This 7-day piercing aftercare guide walks you through each stage of healing, from day one tenderness to building a routine that keeps your piercing clean, safe, and stylish for years to come.
Can sweat ruin a fresh tattoo? From gym equipment bacteria to stretched lines and ink loss, here’s what you need to know before lifting post-ink.
Curious about getting a tattoo during pregnancy or while nursing? This blog breaks down the science, safety concerns, and timing advice - minus the fearmongering.
Tattoos in 2025 aren’t just aesthetic, they’re emotional, chaotic, digital, and deeply human.
This year's trends are less about matching your Pinterest board and more about honoring your story.
These 9 styles reflect where tattooing is headed and what we’re all trying to say with our skin.
Find out how tattoos heal and why they fade or blur over time. Learn the science of tattoo healing, fading, and aftercare from Alchemy Tattoo Collective in St. Louis.
If you’ve ever felt like your tattoo hurt more than expected, your menstrual cycle could be the reason. Learn how hormone shifts and inflammation make you more sensitive to pain; especially during your period
Check out our permanent makeup and inkless scar revision with Nicole at Alchemy Tattoo Collective in St. Louis. Now booking brows, lip blush, and stretch mark treatments.
Tattoo appointments run smoother when everyone knows the unspoken rules. This quick guide covers the essentials — from budget talks and tipping etiquette to stencil placement, guest limits, and communication tips that keep both client and artist comfortable. Learn how to be the kind of client artists love to work with and make your next tattoo session relaxed, respectful, and unforgettable.