Should I put off getting a tattoo or just do it?

[PrincessKyloRenxx]

(Really stupid question i know) I've wanted to get a tattoo now for a while and I've put it off because I don't have insurance rn and I worry about if it gets infected or something I won't be able to go to a doctor , so should I continue to wait or just go for it and if it gets infected can I treat it myself?

[laurieluvsit]

Get the Jaqua tattoo first and see how you like it. It lasts for quite awhile but will eventually wear off, that way you'll know if you want a permanent one or not before committing... just saying :)

"Jagua tattoo" is a term used by people in the body art industry to refer to a new form of natural temporary tattoo, which is created using the juice or extract of the Genipa americana or jagua fruit.

[muscularbumblebee]

Well why are you assuming it’s going to get infected? I have plenty of tattoos I’ve been getting since 18 and all of them healed great..


Just make sure you follow proper aftercare instruction. Keep it clean, use unscented moisturiser, don’t pick at it etc.


Only reason I think you shouldn’t get it if you aren’t sure of the actual tattoo and you’re trying it get it cheaply done as tattoos aren’t something to skimp on quality wise..

[PrincessKyloRenxx]

I'm just kinda scared that it will get infected (im basically anxiety mosquito from human resources) , and it's a very meaningful tattoo I want to get

[muscularbumblebee]

You should be ok then. Just don’t skip any aftercare instructions. keep it covered in loose (not tight) fitting long sleeves if on arm and wash a few times a day. Also don’t soak in a bath or sea etc

[muscularbumblebee]

And always overasume the healing time even if the ‘critical’ period is a few weeks, it takes months to heal properly

[Anonymous]

I don't know much about them, but from what I hear, even if it cost a little extra, it's worth going to someone reputable with lots of experience. Example go to a business, vs some guy going it out of his house kind of thing.

If it matters, or changes your decision at all, a lot of guys find tattoos on women unattractive. But some like them.

[TheLoneTerran]

If you're putting it off, part of you is hesitating. If the drive for the tattoo was strong enough, you'd definitely make time. So maybe rethink if you still really want to get a tattoo or if it's changed to something else like you enjoy the idea of the tattoo more than the actual thing itself.

[mortonc57]

Will the tattoo location be visible or private?

If private, just go for it... you can show it when you want.

If visible, you may want to get some temporary tattoos about the size and color and put them on and walk around in public for a week or two.

I didn't even think about infection when I got mine; although if I'd gotten the temps for a week or two, I probably wouldn't have gotten the real Playboy bunnies tattooed on my arms. It's one of those things that is fun for a party or two, but the permanency grinds not only me but also the people around me.

[hypojoe]

I got into a motorcycle accident and i had a fresh tat on my left arm get road rash and scabbed over heavily and it did not get infected and the tat healed with no damage


So go for it

[whereismyjohnny]

Find a good tattoo artist and take care of your tattoo after getting it done, and there are no worries about it getting infected.

[Anonymous]

Go on Amazon and get some temporary tattoos. I worked with a girl who had a pic of the devil on her hip. I thought it was sexy, but I would never want that to be permanent.

[Massageman]

Definitely reconsider something that is 100% avoidable.

[Shamalien]

Tattoos are self harm and therefore stupid. Get a graphic T and move on

[Wise4myage]

I say wait for now, their is no need to be in a rush.

[Ringstretch]

Remember it's for life, so lick the one on really want

[Agape93]

You'll be fine hon. Just keep it clean

[exitseven]

You should wait. Especially if it a neck tattoo.

[dudeinohio]

Put it off. Many guys aren't attracted to tats.

[Iron_Man]

Don’t do that you’ll regret it when you’re older