So you finally convinced yourself that a tattoo is what you must get. If you are a true beginner, then you came to the right place. Before reading on, if you are an underage minor, you need parental consent and need to make sure that it is legal for you to get a tattoo at your age. Whether you like it or not, there are laws in certain states that prohibits children under a certain age to get a tattoo, usually restricting minors until the age of 18. If you qualify to be a tattoo recipient, then it is important to understand the following 3 guidelines.1. Find a tattoo design that resembles you
This step is an absolute must. Whether you are getting a tattoo because of a special meaning or simply because you want one, make sure that you can picture yourself with that same tattoo 10 to 20 years in the future. If you start to dislike a tattoo a few years later, then it will just turn into an eyesore as well as a waste of money. There are ways to remove tattoos but it can be a costly procedure and the tattoo will only be faded slightly. It is important to be sure of the design and style you want. If the phrase "I do not know if I should get this" crosses your mind, then it is best to leave it aside and move on until you find the right design. If you do not love the design wholeheartedly, then chances are you will end up regretting the design in the future. Also, never let anyone pressure or convince you into choosing something you do not sincerely love.
2. Determine what part of the body you want the tattoo to be
The location of the tattoo is just as important as the design itself. You must figure out how visible you want the tattoo to be. Keep in mind that if the tattoo is visible, others will be able to view it and it may not be the best idea to have a tattoo showing in a professional environment such as a job. Some employers frown upon tattoos and ask for them to be hidden throughout the workday because it looks unprofessional in front of clients. A good trial and error method is to get a temporary tattoo in the area in which you want a real one and leave it there for a week or two. If there are no conflicts at your job and you still love the tattoo dearly, then you are that much closer to making your dream come true. Temporary tattoos are also a solution for unsure tattoo designs as well.
3. Find an experienced tattooist at a tattoo parlor
You have all seen or heard about those people who walked into tattoo parlor with a certain design in mind, and came out with something completely different. To avoid this nightmare, make sure you do thorough research on the tattooist's experience and the shop he is working at. It is critical to find someone who is talented and artistically skilled that is also capable of providing you the service you want. Not only is having the tattoo come out the way you want important, but so is your health. Spending a little more on a place you know is completely safe is better than paying half the price at a different location you think is safe. Make sure that the needles they use are brand new and opened in front of you while checking with the tattooist to make sure their equipment is sanitized. The last thing you want is to walk out with a tattoo and an infection the same day.
When it comes to getting a tattoo, it is vital for you to be certain on the design, the placement of the tattoo, and the tattooist providing the service. If any doubt ever crosses your mind, then you should reconsider if a tattoo is the right thing for you.
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