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Tattoos have gone from being something associated with soldier and sailors to becoming modern pieces of art. Tattoos now come in countless different styles, with limitless designs and a wide variety of colors.<\/p>\n

The type of color, shading and tones will vary depending on the tattoo design, tattoo artist and tattoo style. Whether you want to use black and gray, a pop of color, or have a bold multi-colored design depends on you. In this article we cover the best colors for tattoos, how to keep your color looking fresher for longer and which tattoo color will suit your skin tone best.<\/p>\n

Tattoo Colors: Everything You Need to Know<\/h2>\n

The first color tattoos were thought to take place in ancient Egypt. Any tattoo previous to that was produced in black. Ancient Inuit and ancient Roman people were also believed to tattoo in color. This is based on artefact and trinkets found from that time period. The Inuit people were especially fond of dark yellow tones.<\/p>\n

Color tattoos became more notable in the 17th<\/sup> century as tattooing in Japan became more comfortable. In this period, tattooing stopped being thought of as a punishment and started to become seen as an art form. To this day, Japanese tattoos are filled with bright and bold colors.<\/p>\n

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The USA and the UK became fond of color tattoos at the end of the 19th<\/sup> century. They only used very basic forms of tattoo color, but artwork shows that red, blue, yellow and greens were popular. The popularity of tattoo colors is connected to the advances to tattoo ink.<\/p>\n

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In the last few decades, time and money has gone into developing high quality tattoo ink colors. They are safe and easier to work with, with many cruelty-free and vegan options as well. Now, there will be at least ten inks for every color available to customers. New tattoo ink technology has also minimized allergic reactions and will last for longer.<\/p>\n

What is the Best Color for Tattoos?<\/h3>\n

Choosing the color for your tattoo is an important part of the tattoo design process. Colors can change the whole effect of the inking, can help it come to life or to replicate the original image.<\/p>\n

Several tattoo styles gravitate towards bright color work. New school watercolor, old school, traditional, Japanese, and illustrative all heavily rely on colors to complete the work.<\/p>\n

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When considering what colors you want, if any, in your tattoo please consider a few things. If you want a small tattoo, colors may visually blend and muddy into each other. Big pieces look better with bold colors, as the shades will stand out and be clear to read.<\/p>\n

When choosing the best color for your tattoo, remember that your skin tone will impact how it looks on the skin and how long it will last. Colored tattoos will always look different once healed, make sure you keep that in mind during the inking process.<\/p>\n

If you want a tattoo with intricate patterns and a stark contrast, black and gray is a better color story for you. Realism, portrait, tribal<\/a> and blackwork tattoo styles prove that monochrome tattoos don\u2019t have to be boring.<\/p>\n

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Black and gray tattoos are created by using black ink mixed with water to create lighter and dark ink tones. This technique is used to create light and shade, giving your tattoo dimension and movement. Small and detailed work like scripts, finger tattoos or minimalist pieces look better in black and gray.<\/p>\n

Also Read:\u00a0Tattoo Recoloring: Can You Change the Color Of An Existing Tattoo<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

What Colors Last Longer in Tattoos?<\/h3>\n

Black and gray are the longest lasting color tattoos. These dark shades are dense and bold, making them less prone to fading. Vibrant and pastel colors like pink, yellow, light blue and green tend to fade faster.<\/p>\n

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The shades commonly used in watercolors<\/a> are very short-lived. Despite being incredibly popular, this style of tattooing requires frequent touch-ups.<\/p>\n

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What is the Best Area For Color Tattoos?<\/h3>\n

How good your color tattoo looks and for how long it will stay looking good may depend on the area you get tattooed. This is because some body parts are more susceptible to age and weight relayed changes.<\/p>\n

Shoulders and ankles have tight skin that doesn\u2019t become loose over time, this means your tattoos should keep its shape and color better for longer. Arms, thighs, and abdomen go through lots of changes as we age, affecting the way the tattoo looks.<\/p>\n

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The thickness of the skin where the tattoo is plays a big part in how good the color will look over time. Color tattoos on the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet tend not to age well as the ink doesn\u2019t go as deep into the skin. The outermost layer of skin is denser in the area, meaning as your skin renews over time, the color will fade away. If you want a tattoo on these areas, we recommend black, as it will last longer.<\/p>\n

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Here are some of the best areas to get a long-lasting color tattoo:<\/p>\n