There are lots of questions people ask about tattoos and no one gives them the answers to these questions.

We've compiled some of these frequently asked questions and provided the likely answers to them so as to clear the air about some things.

Where did tattoos originally come from?

The word tattoo is believed to have originated from the Samoan word tatau. When the Samoan Islands were first seen by Europeans in 1722 three Dutch ships commanded by Jacob Roggeveen visited the eastern island known as Manua.

What is the dictionary meaning of tattoos?

Tattoos often represent thoughts and feelings that we have not spoken about or acknowledged, even to ourselves.

Evidence for tattooing is also found amongst some of the ancient mummies found in China's Taklamakan Desert c. 1200 B.C., although during the later Han Dynasty (202 B.C.-A.D. 220), it seems that only criminals were tattooed. Japanese men began adorning their bodies with elaborate tattoos in the late A.D. 3rd century.Jan 1, 2007

How did they make tattoos in the old days?

The oldest of evidences suggests that, tattoosare made by rubbing charcoal into the cuts. These tattoos were found on a body in the alps dated back to 3300 BC. Most of the ancirnttattoos are found on ancient egypt women..and it is believed that the older women of the community made them for the younger ones.

What was the first tattoo ever?

However, direct evidence for tattooing on mummified human skin extends only to the 4th millennium BC. The oldest discovery of tattooedhuman skin to date is found on the body of Ötzi the Iceman, dating to between 3370 and 3100 BC.

When did tattoos become popular?

In the West, a burst of popularity in the 1960s, with the mainstreaming of biker and hippie culture, meant that by the 1990s, the leadingtattooed demographic was the white suburban female. Tattoos had become, like sportscars or leather pants, something to signify lost youth amid the doldrums of mainstream adult life. Aug 16, 2013

Do tattoos have any side effects?

I'm very sure most of us have never gotten to the point of asking ourselves this question. Tattoos actually do have side effects though we always do not want to find out.

Because it requires breaking the skin barrier,tattooing carries inherent health risks, including infection and allergic reactions. Modern tattooists reduce such risks by following universal precautions, working with single-use disposable needles, and sterilising equipment after each use.

•Allergic reactions. Tattoo dyes — especially red, green, yellow and blue dyes — can cause allergic skin reactions, such as an itchy rash at the tattoo site.

•MRI complications:

What are the complications of an MRI?

The MRI scan is a very safe procedure. Occasional complications may include: Metal objects (such as jewellery) worn during the scan can cause injury. The powerful magnetic field of the MRI scanner may damage internal metal devices, such as a heart pacemaker.

•Skin infections. A skin infection is possible after tattooing.

•Blood borne diseases.

• Other skin diseases.

However, one long-term effect of getting inked: microscopic ink particles can seep past your skin and get into other parts of your body. A new study sounds the alarm. When you think about the health risks of getting a tattoo, problems that reveal themselves right away come to mind—like infections and allergic reactions.

Why are people with tattoos seen as bad guys?

The tattoos might actually serve as an indicator of crime and violence; given classical societal connections of tattooswith drug lords and gangs, that's not surprising and probably feeds into the idea that tattoos are permanent and painful in the first place, so a person has to be a bit of a deviant to want them.

Broussard and Harton assert that despite the increasing popularity of tattoos over the last decade, people with tattoos are viewednegatively. ... Remarkably, one study found that hiring managers would not hire a person with a visible tattoo, because it would taint the company's image — and they don't like them.

However, both men and women agreed that a man with a tattoo looked more masculine, dominant, and aggressive. The researchers concluded that "tattoos may have a dual function: They influence female preference, but also are likely to be important in male-male competition."

Can someone with tattoo donate blood?

For the longest time, people with tattoos were not allowed to donate blood due to the risk involved in the transmission of diseases and infections during the tattoo process. Use of infected needles or ink for creating a tattoo can put the person who is getting it at risk of various diseases.

So the answer is yes, though it is true that you cannot donate blood for till 6 months after being tattooed. This is becauseblood donated by such people carries the risk of being infected as it involves the use of needles. This is just an infection control measure. Caution is important to cut chances of infection.

Can tattoos be removed?

Tattoo removal has been performed with various tools since the start of tattooing. While tattoos are generally considered permanent, it is now possible to remove them with treatments, fully or partially. The "standard modality for tattoo removal" is the non-invasive removal of tattoo pigments using Q-switched lasers.

Can one permanently remove tattoos at home?

The best way to remove a tattoo is to see a dermatologist and ask about laser surgeryremoval. However, if you want to attempt toremove your tattoo at home, try rubbing the area with moist gauze and table salt for 30-40 minutes. Once you're done, apply antibiotic ointment and cover the area for 3 days.

How can one remove tattoos without laser?

Mix 100g of salt with a lemon juice to make the thick substance. Use cotton ball to rub the mixture onto your skin. Rinse off the skin with warm water. Honey: Honey is effective natural way to Best Tattoo Removal NYC , especially for light colored and tiny tattoos.

Africa: Between Ghana and Ugandan, which is a richer country? 

For some days now, Ghanaians and Ugandans have been bashing and dragging themselves on Twitter and making endless comparisons, measuring which one of the two countries is richer or better than the other.

We have decided to help them end this cyber war by giving some facts, histories and beauties of each of the two countries you could help us settle the matter.

Let's look at the country Ghana.

Ghana is a country in West Africa. Ghana, officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country along the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean, in the subregion of West Africa. The population is about 29.77 million as at 2018.  The President is none other than the great Nana Akufo-Addo.

Formerly known as the Gold Coast, Ghana gained independence from Britain in 1957, becoming the first sub-Saharan nation to break free from colonial rule. Gold, cocoa and more recently oil form the cornerstone of Ghana's economy and have helped fuel an economic boom.

Gulf of Guinea. It is surrounded (clockwise, from the west) by Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Togo. Ghanahas ten regions: Greater Accra, Ashanti, Brong Ahafo, Central, Eastern, Northern, Upper East, Upper West, Volta too.

How rich is Ghana?

Ghana is Africa's second-biggest gold producer (after South Africa) and second-largest cocoa producer. It is also rich in diamonds, manganese ore, bauxite, and oil.

Is Ghana safe?

Ghana is a very safe, stable country with very low crime levels compared to many other countries though they claim people migrate to the country illegally to start doing business. 

Most Ghanaian ladies drool over Nigerian men and prefer them to their men, we are yet to know the reason behind this.

Some facts about Ghana:

 1. Ghana was the first country in West Africa to gain independence from their colonial masters, the British. The weird fact about Ghana is independence was gain by a group of black people, the British never thought could come together to achieve anything. Well done, freedom fighters.

 2. The Ghanaian people are a nation originating in the Ghanaian Gold Coast. Ghanaianspredominantly inhabit the republic of Ghana, and are the predominant cultural group and residents of Ghana, numbering 20 million people as of 2013. Native Ghanaians make up 85.4% of the total population.

 3. According to William the truck driver Ghanaians are happy because everyone is friendly and everyone is friendly, because they live a lifestyle committed to the purpose of Jesus, God, Allah, or what ever being they chose to put their faith in.

 4. Some inhabitants of present Ghana had ancestors linked with the medieval Ghana. This can be traced down to the Mande and Voltaic peoeple of Northern Ghana--Mamprussi,Dagomba and the Gonja.

 5.Historically, we can confidently say the Ashanti'sare by far the richest sect of Ghanaians by birth. Born into riches, they are destined for wealth by inheritance. Many Ashanti's acquire their starting capital from their fathers and forefathers.

Below are some pictures of some of the beautiful places in Ghana

Now we come to Uganda

Uganda, officially the Republic of Uganda(Swahili: Jamhuri ya Uganda), is a landlocked country in East-Central Africa. Uganda takes its name from the Buganda kingdom, which encompasses a large portion of the south of the country, including the capital Kampala.

It is a landlocked country in East Africa whose diverse landscape encompasses the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains and immense Lake Victoria. Its abundant wildlife includes chimpanzees as well as rare birds. Remote Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a renowned mountain gorilla.

The president is Yoweri Museveni. Ugandan make use of Ugandan shilling as their currency.

In 1894, Uganda became a protectorate of the British Empire, and in 1962 Britain granted independence to Uganda. Idi Amin deposed Milton Obote in 1971 to become ruler of Uganda, a position he would occupy until he was ousted in 1979 as a result of the Uganda-Tanzania War.

Is Uganda a rich or poor country?

Chronic political instability and erratic economic management since the implementation of self-rule has produced a record of persistent economic decline that has left Uganda among the world's poorest and least-developed  countries.

Is Uganda a safe place?

Regional Security, Terrorism and Organized Crime. While Uganda is generally viewed as a safe, secure and politically stable country within the region, its extensive and porous borders are inadequately policed, allowing for a robust flow of illicit trade and immigration.

Who is the richest in Uganda?

Sudhir Ruparelia

Uganda's richest man, Sudhir Ruparelia, has reportedly been dragged to court by one of his former contractors over $12,000 in unpaid wages.

What are the kinds of dresses Ugandans put on?

Short, tight or revealing clothes should be avoided. And our advice would be to avoid wearing shorts – most Ugandan women would not wear these; they wear skirts or dresses that usually cover the knees. A long skirt or loose-fitting trousers are good in the heat and will protect you from the sun.

What is the most popular delicacy in Uganda?

In Uganda, the staple food is matoke (cooking bananas). Other food crops include cassava (manioc), sweet potatoes, white potatoes, yams, beans, peas, groundnuts (peanuts), cabbage, onions, pumpkins, and tomatoes.

The history of Uganda comprises the history of the people who inhabited the territory of present-day Uganda before the establishment of the Republic of Uganda, and the history of that country once it was established. Evidence from the Paleolithic era shows humans have inhabited Uganda for at least 50,000 years. 

Kampala is Uganda's national and commercial capital bordering Lake Victoria, Africa's largest lake. Hills covered with red-tile villas and trees surround an urban centre of contemporary skyscrapers. In this downtown area, the Uganda Museum explores the country's tribal heritage through an extensive collection.

Some weird facts about Uganda:

 1. Uganda is the most ethnically Diverse Country in The World.

 2. Over 30 different indigenous languages are spoken in   Uganda.

 3. Uganda are the most Welcoming and Friendliest People in Africa according to the African Economist. 

 4. Christians and Muslims live in relative harmony in Uganda.

 5. Wakiso District was ranked top, ahead of Kampala District, as the “richest” district based on GDP per capita despite Kampala District having a higher GDP. This is because Kampala has a higher population than Wakiso, which brings down its average income (GDP per capital), this makes Wakiso the richest district in Uganda.

Take a look at the beautiful pictures from Uganda.