Q. Hi I'm 15 right now and I'm really into looking at really small delicate tattoos, and the other day I saw a beautiful tattoo on a woman's wrist and it said faith in cursive and I fell in love. Of course I don't want to get it right now but I was thinking maybe when I'm in my early-mid twenties...? It would be probably be half an inch tall and an inch wide. What I was wondering was if I would regret it later when I'm old and wrinkly. I personally don't think I would because I could cover it easily with a bracelet or watch for work and also I'm not planning on losing faith anytime soon. What do you guys think? Is it stupid? Would I regret it? Do you guys have small tattoos that you regret getting? Please leave comments!
PS I would want to get it on the inside of my wrist.
A. i think it's a good idea to wait at least 2 years on it. if you still want that same tattoo in severral years than go for it. when i was 15 i used to want a star tatted behind my ear, but looking back now i think that's the dumbest idea ever. just remember a tattoo is something you'll have your whole life, it becomes a part of you. so it should be something special, especially if you're getting in on your wrist because you'll have to look at it everyday. but theres nothing wrong with getting a tattoo for purely aesthetic reasons. mid-twenties is definitely a good age to get it done, because not only are you an adult but also because you'll have had a lot of time to think about what kind of tattoo you want. don't really worry about employment, because theres always places that'll take you regardless of tattoos. 3 of my high school teachers right now have tattoos (my english teacher has 2 thick bands on his arm, gov. teacher has has at least 5 visible ones, and my art teacher has a HUGE piece on her upper arm) and they're all brilliant teachers & been teaching for over 5 years. actually, even some of my teachers from elementary/middle school had tats. i've seen plenty of people employed in the service industry with tattoos(like at coffee shops, or clothing stores). but you should keep it mind it will make getting SOME jobs difficult/ impossible but it won't completely limit you. also the good thing about a wrist tat is its easy to cover up with bracelets or a watch or makeup. for my 18th i got 3 little birds done on the inside of my wrist, and i'm in love with it. only my mom told me not to get it, but even my grandma thinks its cool lol. i might regret in 20 yrs, but pshh whatevs. its means the world to me. it didnt hurt that much either. honestly i decided on it out of the blue , drew the design ,and got inked like 2 days later. its not gonna sag that much, because the skin on your wrist is really tight & isnt fleshy. i've never gotten any negative comments about it(had it for 4 months now people tell me how much they like it). i know alot of other seniors who have tattoos also(one dude has a lion head on his upper arm, another girl has huge butterfly wings on her back, this other girl has music notes on her arm). the wrist is a great place for a tat, its cute on girls. yes, it is a fad, but idgaf. its your body, do what you want with it. in june my & my friend are both getting the word HELLA tattooed on the inside of our bottom lip. im maybe getting a dream catcher on my shoulder this summer. so just go for it girl, its gonna be YOUR tattoo and no one else's. as long as it makes you happy :). wow didnt mean for this answer to be so long!
Will a tattoo behind my ear hurt?
Q. So basically I am 19 and I want to get my first tattoo, I want to get 3 paw prints behind my ear, I was wondering how bad it will hurt? I am pretty good with pain as I have 9 piercings. Also what is the average price for tattoos behind the ear? How long do you usually take to get it done? And should I get just black or colour?
A. I answer these questions related to pain in the same way every time.
The pain in different places differs from person to person, pain threshold does have a lot of input but, for example, my chest tattoo didn't hurt at all, where as some people I know said their chest tattoo hurt a lot!
Anyway, here's a basic pain level chart I always reffer people to.
Pain level 1
These include the upper arm, forearm, calf, Bum, and Thigh. For a 1st tattoo these are great points to begin your inked journey.
Pain level 2
These include the centre back, front / side of thighs and shoulders. This is also not too bad a start for your first tattoo. The shoulders and central back region can be area that require quite a lot of movement. The skin on these areas is much looser meaning it takes longer to tattoo and also longer to heal. On areas that have lots of movement such as these, require more care once a tattoo is completed. Due to the thigh area being quite a dense muscle mass and also quite tight skin, it may tend to bruise the day after.
Pain level 3
These include the knees, elbows, hands, head, neck, feet, chest and back of thighs. Beginners beware of starting at these areas. You would need to be determined to have tattoos here as the high sensitivity would require a lot of mental focus to get you through. The poor quality of skin on both the knees and elbows will result in a very slow tattoo process and nerves are very close to the surface in these areas. This could result in the tattooing being unbearable for any length of time for some people. As with the orange areas these tend to be high movement areas and will require a longer healing timescale. You may find that to achieve a good solid colour, you may have to repeat the tattoo process on these areas. As a side note the chest area on men can be much more sensitive to pain than a woman, yet due to the tighter skin on a male, the tattoo can be completed quicker.
Pain level 4 (OWCHIE!)
Areas include hips, ribcage, stomach, back of knees, armpit, inside of elbow, nipples, lips, inside of thighs and genitals. Are you really sure you want to get that tattoo? As these areas can elicit crying, half finished tattoos or even the customer passing out. This could just be more than you may be able to handle. All of these purple areas are considered by most to be the most painful areas to be tattooed. The stretchy or thin skin over bone are slow to tattoo, some of these may require multiple sessions to achieve solid colour and smooth shading. Healing can be just as painful as receiving the tattoo and may require a few days off from your regular activities.
SOME USEFUL TIPS WHEN GETTING A TATTOO:
�Women are your more sensitive the week prior to and during your cycle. Plan around those dates to have the best experience possible when getting your tattoo.
�Use lotion everyday on the area to be tattooed at least 1 week prior for healthier skin and better results.
�Do not go out in the sun at least one week prior to being tattooed (including tanning beds) This drys the skin and if peeling occurs could damage the tattoo.
�Consider what you will wear for 2 weeks while healing if your tattoo is in an area like the foot, waist, shoulders or chest. Shoes, waistbands, belts, underwear, and bras can all damage tattoos if you do not plan ahead. Find comfortable clothing that will not touch or rub during this time.
�Always eat a good meal before being tattooed and drink plenty of fluids.
�Be sure to get a good nights rest before your appointment.
�Ask what kind of aftercare products you will need when you set up to get your tattoo.
�Mention any allergies you may have, pigments, dyes, perfumes.
�Some medication may thin your blood, check with your doctor before being tattooed.
�Anyone with an autoimmune disorder needs to check with their doctor and should bring a note to be tattooed.
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