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Guides for tourists, aftercare, cover-ups, Polynesian tattoos, and tattoo culture from Santiago & Rapa Nui.

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Tourist Guide · English

Getting a Tattoo in Santiago as a Tourist — Complete Guide 2025

Everything international visitors need to know: safety, how to book, choosing your artist, session prep, and healing tips for travellers still on the road.

⏱ 8 min read
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Aftercare · ES / EN

Cuidados Post-Tatuaje — Post-Tattoo Care Guide

The exact care protocol we give every client at CAOS: the dermal patch, the first 7 days, summer vs. winter care, and the products you'll find at any Chilean pharmacy.

⏱ 6 min read
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Cover-Ups

Can My Tattoo Be Covered? Everything About Cover-Ups at CAOS

Not every idea works for a cover-up — and not every tattoo needs one. Our honest guide to what's possible, what requires laser first, and how the process works.

⏱ 5 min read
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Rapa Nui · Easter Island

Polynesian Tattoos in Rapa Nui — Tradition, Meaning & How to Book

Getting tattooed on Easter Island by Felipe — what authentic Polynesian tattooing means, what to expect, and how to plan your appointment on Rapa Nui.

⏱ 5 min read
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Style Guide · ES / EN

How to Choose the Right Tattoo Style — Cómo Elegir Tu Estilo

Blackwork, realismo, neotradicional, geometría, linework — a visual breakdown of every style available at CAOS and which artist fits each one.

⏱ 6 min read
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Tips · ES / EN

The Most Common Tattoo Mistakes — And How to Avoid Them

From booking without reading the portfolio to ignoring aftercare — the errors we see most often, and what to do instead. Straight talk from the studio.

⏱ 4 min read
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