India, Dec. 29 -- With the countdown to the new year already begun, so has the classic mantra of 'new year, new me.' This includes some brazen resolutions, whether it's heading out on a solo trip, signing up for extreme sports like skydiving, or taking small but significant steps to change something about yourself, like getting bangs or a new tattoo.

But the adrenaline rush of resolutions aside, it is wise to be informed and understand how key factors related to your skin, from skin tone to type, affect your tattoo's healing and aftercare. When you are up to date with these, you will ensure the ink stays vibrant and ages nicely.

HT Lifestyle asked Sagar Sajwan, tattoo artist at Devil'z Tattooz, some essential questions regarding skin ty...