Blog Archives

Whether you're planning your first tattoo or adding to your sleeve, our blog's got you covered. We share aftercare tips, artist spotlights, local island inspiration, and real advice from the people who live and breathe ink every day. Straight from the heart of Kailua, consider this your go-to spot for tattoo culture, shop news, and everything in between. Pull up a chair—let’s talk tattoos.

5 Tattoo Myths That Just Won’t Die

October 1, 2026

5 Tattoo Myths That Just Won’t Die Key takeaways Having tattoos does not automatically prevent you from donating blood. Tattoo pain varies depending on placement, session length, and the individual. You can tattoo some scars once they have fully healed. Good design, aftercare, and sun protection can help tattoos age …

How to Choose the Right Tattoo Placement: A Practical Guide Before You Get Inked

September 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

Getting a tattoo starts with a great idea, but deciding where that tattoo belongs is just as important as choosing the design itself. Placement affects everything from how your tattoo …

How Tattoo Machines Work And Why It Matters for Your Tattoo

August 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

Most people know that tattoo machines move needles up and down, but few understand what is actually happening during the tattooing process. Whether you’re preparing for your first tattoo or …

Loyalty Tattoo Kailua Returns to the Hawaii Tattoo Expo

July 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

Every year, artists, collectors, and tattoo enthusiasts from around the world gather in Honolulu to celebrate tattooing, collaborate and compete against some of the industry’s best talent, and share their …

RIMPAC 2026 Is Underway: Military Tattoos in Hawaii

June 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

RIMPAC 2026 Is Underway: Military Tattoos in Hawaii Key takeaways RIMPAC brings high demand and limited availability The best tattoos during this time are intentional, not rushed Timing your tattoo …

How to Protect Your Tattoo Before Summer in Hawaii

May 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

How to Protect Your Tattoo Before Summer in Hawaii Can I go swimming after getting a tattoo? Key takeaways Hawaii’s sun, saltwater, and heat can impact your tattoo quickly Fresh …

Neo traditional naked lady tattoo by Kawika

Choosing the Right Tattoo Style: A Practical Guide for Everyone

April 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

Choosing the Right Tattoo Style: A Practical Guide for Everyone What tattoo style would work best for my tattoo idea? Key takeaways Each tattoo style has its own visual language, …

Military Tattoo Policies in 2026

March 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

The biggest misunderstanding service members have is assuming that written policy tells the whole story. In practice, tattoo enforcement is influenced by leadership expectations, assignment type, and unit culture.

Friday the 13th Tattoos: The History Behind the Famous Date

January 29, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

While many people associate Friday the 13th with bad luck, tattoo culture has long treated the date differently. To understand why, it is helpful to examine the origins of the …

RIMPAC 2026

January 1, 2026 - loyaltytattoo

RIMPAC 2026: Honoring Service, Community, and Military Traditions in Hawaii Key takeaways RIMPAC 2026 is coming to Hawaii Official confrence logo was revealed on Dec. 5th Book your RIMPAC military …

Stay in Touch – Subscribe for Tattoo Shop Updates

Stay informed about flash events, new tattoo ideas, and special promotions from our tattoo shop. Sign up below—and keep up with the good stuff happening at Loyalty Tattoo Kailua.