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FDA Found Anaerobic Bacteria in Sealed Tattoo Inks
The presence of microbes in tattoo inks raises concerns regarding the products’ safety.  
FDA Found Anaerobic Bacteria in Sealed Tattoo Inks
FDA Found Anaerobic Bacteria in Sealed Tattoo Inks

The presence of microbes in tattoo inks raises concerns regarding the products’ safety.  

The presence of microbes in tattoo inks raises concerns regarding the products’ safety.  

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Hungry Macrophages Keep Tattoos on Mice’s Skin
Diana Kwon | Mar 7, 2018 | 2 min read
A new study reveals that a constant stream of ink-gobbling immune cells helps hold tattoos in place.
Tattoo Ink Nanoparticles Persist in Lymph Nodes
Jef Akst | Sep 12, 2017 | 2 min read
Analysis of the bodies of deceased individuals can’t determine what effect these tattoo remnants have on lymph function, but researchers suggest dirty needles aren’t the only risk of the age-old practice.
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