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Tattoos - ideas and advice
More people are getting tattoos today than ever before! If you’re thinking about it, here are a few things to consider…
It won’t rub out. Ok, it’s pretty self-explanatory, but as far as fashion statements go, tattoos are pretty permanent. If you don’t like that fluoro jumpsuit you bought last week you can return it - or bury it in a draw - but get your boy’s name branded on your boob, and here’s hoping he’s a keeper!
Express yourself. Keeping it personal means you’ll be more likely to like your tattoo for longer - so get a talented friend or tattoo artist to help you design one you’ll love forever!
Location, location. When it comes to tattoos, where is just as important as what. If your tattoo’s somewhere that’s likely to stretch and distort, your tattoo is likely to stretch and distort too!
It’ll cost you. The cost of your tattoo will depend on the size and intricacy of the design. But when it comes to something this permanent - cheaper isn’t always better! If you can’t afford to get the whole piece done in one go, talk to the artist about whether you can have it done in stages.
Go pro. It’s important to get your tattoo done somewhere clean, and by someone who knows what they’re doing! Make sure the artist uses sterile equipment to do the tattoo, and be sure to follow the aftercare instructions they give you to avoid infection. Click here for some basic aftercare tips.
Important: A little redness or swelling is normal, but if you’re worried your tattoo is badly infected, see a doctor straight away.
By Sarah Illingworth. Click here to check out Sarah’s blog. Click here for more Girls Toolbox articles.
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I have a large one on my back which I designed myself  do not regret it and I have had it for a few years. It is personal to me and also I can hide it when I want to. For those thinking about getting one 1. make sure its personal 2. a place where you can hide it (especially if you are wanting to work in an office etc!)Posted by 48626 "on" 03/28 "at"02:49 PM |
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I’m getting my thighs done this month, and guts soon after, I love tattoo’s and my bf is covered but I’m not getting any visible till after my wedding, I don’t like visible tattoos in wedding dresses after that I don’t care =] Posted by samara1132 "on" 03/23 "at"12:38 PM |
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I like tattoos, but I know that when I get old it will look bad! Maybe the best is temporary tattoo…
Posted by ellaleon "on" 03/23 "at"02:18 AM |
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i now have six, im 19 and i regret none of them because i designed them all. i knew what i wanted, where i wanted them and my tattooist is a friend of mine. it also balances me because their all on my right side. Posted by 29200 "on" 03/19 "at"04:08 PM |
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I think tattoos should be super personally to you and express who you are. Not just something you get done. I think a tattoo should be something that you look back and smile at. Not something that will make you cringe Posted by roxi527 "on" 03/02 "at"11:22 PM |
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i know exactly what i want for my tattoo but i have to wait (maybe i’ll get it for my 21st in a few years). Mainly I just don’t have the money for it but i’d like to wait because i’m not quite ready to get it.=] Posted by Pumpkin Pei "on" 02/28 "at"08:25 PM |
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I have five tattoos and I’m 18, I regret none of them and they all have an incredibly personal meaning to me. If you pick something that has a deep personal meaning then you’re generally fine, unless you’re doing boyfriend/girlfriend/partner/best friend ones. Its all very well thinking you’ll be best friends/lovers forever but things can change very quickly! Posted by elorahh "on" 02/28 "at"12:13 AM |
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All artists have different styles they’re really good at so it’s good to look through their photo albums of previous work to see if you like what they do before talking designs with them. When I met Aaron at Visual Intelligence Tattoo and Art Studio in Dunedin I knew I would never have anyone else work on me again. He makes you feel safe and comfortable, I had my own music playing, his work is fantastic and he complies with strict standards and procedures of hygiene. I highly recommend Visual Intelligence in Dunedin to anyone looking for outstanding work and a comfortable enjoyable experience. Posted by Bobannie "on" 10/05 "at"11:05 AM |
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thanks for the tips im planning on getting my family name tatted somewhere . lol Posted by itsLiabebe "on" 07/22 "at"11:58 AM |
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i really want to get a tattoo, its the new black for every teenage girl to get a tattoo. my friend just turned 18 and she already has five !!! one of them includes her ex boyfriends name right in the middle of her back they were together for four year i highley recommended that no one should ever get a partners name tattooed on any part of there body because itll be stuck there for life and i gaurentee your next boyfriend wont be to impressed!!! Posted by 43376 "on" 05/19 "at"06:54 PM |
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Im planning to get one this year, im only 16 but my parents agreed. I know personally a great tattoo artist who will do it for me for cheap Im getting my zodiac sign below my collar bone. So excited Posted by Shauna "on" 02/17 "at"04:31 PM |
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I am hopefully getting mine just after Christmas because then i would have known for 7-8 months what i wanted! My parents suggested using a sharpie and drawing the tattoo on myself for at least two months and then decide if i still want it.. Posted by CHRISSIEcooper. "on" 09/09 "at"05:03 PM |
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i reckon getting an injection hurts more then getting a tattoo done. the pain is waaaay more bearable! Posted by POWERBALLIN25 "on" 08/17 "at"11:02 PM |
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i want to design my own and have it relating to my family! Posted by Xxc0rtxX "on" 08/12 "at"05:34 PM |
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heaps of my mates are getting them- this month four of my close mate have gotten there first tattoo! Posted by Xxc0rtxX "on" 08/12 "at"05:34 PM |
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Good idea fortyeightroses! Posted by Xxc0rtxX "on" 08/08 "at"08:58 PM |
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fortyeightroses.. thats an awesome idea. i’ve been wanting to get a tattoo for ages now (mum wont let me, but i;m almost 18).. i just don’t know what to get. Once i find a design i like i’ll use your tip Posted by _lmo "on" 02/26 "at"04:59 PM |
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i agree with fortyeightroses - put your design somewhere you can see it everyday and see if you get sick of it after a month or two! Posted by A-Dawg "on" 02/26 "at"03:40 PM |
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can’t bear the pain you hav to go through to get sumtyn inked into your body… i’d rather just get an artist to do it on canvas and hang it on the wall Posted by x.kingdom.gal.x "on" 01/20 "at"03:49 PM |
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Pick a design you like. Put it somewhere you can see it everyday, like on your bedroom wall. If you can’t stand the sight of it in, say… three months(maybe even longer!), you know it’s not the one for you Posted by fortyeightroses "on" 01/15 "at"02:25 PM |
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i want one so bad but am too scared i will pick something i will hate… Posted by ellaesim "on" 01/15 "at"09:58 AM |
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