Yes, it hurts.

And honestly, I think it hurt worse than getting my tattoo. Plus it’s a pain in the rear because you have to keep it really clean other wise it will get infected and cause a WHOLE other set of problems and even leave you with a deformed ear. If your going to do it, get it PROFESSIONALLY done, keep the area very clean, DON’T TOUCH…[Read more]

Ok…yes I will admit that I did it myself when I was 13 with a sewing needle.

But not even a week later because I did it incorrectly, I got it caught on something and it ripped out. Plus it got infected before hand and I had a very ugly scar that (now that I am 18) is starting to go away. I know you didn’t want to hear someone say go get it…[Read more]

I would say red and black

It could be because your scabs came off too quickly (from clothing or other irratations) and yes sometimes the ink will come off with it, it may make the area have less color or completely remove some of the color. This is why they tell you when it’s healing DO NOT ITCH YOUR TATTOO! The artist I went to offers free touch ups because it’s not…[Read more]

Bottom line, I think you should do what you want to do. I can understand why your dad is saying that because he just wants to make sure that this is something that you really want, he loves you and wants you to make the best decision. Tattoos are a big investment, and you really do need to be 100% sure if you want to get one because it will be on…[Read more]

I totally agree with you….why would someone go through THAT much pain for something that will practically fade away in a few days/week? People who get those kind of tattoos are just plain stupid and don’t really appreciate the artistry of tattooing.