Many first-time tattoo-ers are skeptical about being inked. They hear stories from families and friends, and believe what they see in movies or television. However, do they really know what to expect when tattooed? Let’s see if we can help first timers ease their worries about tattooing.
Myth #1: It Hurts…A LOT
TRUE AND FALSE.
This statement depends on the type of person you are, and the location of the tattoo. Certain people have very high pain tolerances – these people may not even flinch when getting a tattoo in a very sensitive spot. However, even people that are tough may get rib or feet tattoos and be in a lot of pain. On the other hand, those who do not do well with pain may be in for a bit of a struggle. Knowing what beautiful artwork is going to come at the end usually eases the mind of the person being tattooed. YOU know your body the best – if you want a tattoo but aren’t sure about the pain, think wisely about your tattoo location.
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| Even pros feel the pain |
FALSE.
In certain states (like Pennsylvania), when you get a tattoo, it does prevent you from donating blood – but only for 1 year from the date of your ink. After that, you are free to donate blood as much as you’d like. In other states, you can get a tattoo and donate blood right after – this depends on the type of place you go to. If your shop is licensed by the state, and gets inspected periodically, you are free to give blood. These shops use single-use ink containers and sterile equipment. If donating is something important to you, please check with your tattoo artist and the shop you are going to for more information.
Myth #3: Tattoos aren’t socially acceptable.
FALSE.
This was true maybe 10 or 20 years ago, or even further. Tattoos used to be thought of as faded designs on military men or biker gangs. They were not seen on women, and if men had them, they were concealed. Nowadays, open tattoos are much more accepted in culture. Many teens and college students have ink, and are planning on getting more. It is only becoming more assimilated into culture. Many more employers are becoming accepting of tattoos; however, if this is a concern to you for a future job prospect, make sure your tattoo can be concealed by a long sleeved shirt or appropriate clothing. For example, many people going into serious jobs like law or law enforcement feel like they cannot have tattoos. This is untrue – as long as your tattoo is concealed, or can be concealed with clothing, this should not hurt your chances in the job market whatsoever. Think wisely before you get a tattoo, but know that in the right field of work, having ink shouldn’t hurt you.
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