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Welcome to the World of Cover Up Artistry!

With the influx of tattoo wannabes - half-baked tattooists, apprentices, in-home tattooists and the moonlighting tattooists... we have seen some incredibly awful artwork on the streets and in our studio.

Tattoo Quality in Singapore: Then, Now, and How to Fix Bad Ink

In the 1990s, Singapore had few tattoo shops. Artistry and technology were basic—most tattoos were low quality by today’s standards.
From the 2000s, tattooing advanced rapidly. Better inks, vibrant colors, and realistic designs emerged, led by the U.S. A few Singaporean artists adopted these new techniques, creating high-quality work for discerning clients.

By the mid-2000s, the internet fueled public interest. More people began appreciating fine tattoo art—and a new tattoo community was born.

But then disaster struck: from the late 2010s, untrained individuals flooded the scene. Many had no art background. Poorly executed tattoos became common. Today, roughly 1 in 5 tattoos seen on the street is badly done.
Why do people still get them? Low cost. Unlicensed “tattooists” charge rock-bottom prices, often working from home or in bulk. Many clients later regret it—and never return.

As a result, tattoo removal is booming. Even neighborhood clinics now offer laser removal. But risks are real: scarring, incomplete removal, and botched results are common.

Cover-Up Tattoos: A Better Alternative

Cover-up tattoos can fix bad ink—but only in skilled hands. A proper cover-up requires artistic training, correct technique, and smart design choices. A bad cover-up only makes things worse.

Choosing the Right Artist

A good tattoo lies flat, not raised or rough. Raised skin means the artist was too heavy-handed. For cover-ups, technique matters—but so does design, placement, and color correction. Not all artists specialize in cover-ups. Always check their portfolio.

Your BEST Choice...

With over 20 years of experience, Apple Qu has fixed countless poor tattoos and scarred skin. She helps clients love their skin again. Browse our cover-up portfolio—real results, real transformations.

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