Ink As a Reflection of Your Inner World

In the past, tattoos were often seen as something limited to “tough guys,” bikers, and the like. However, in recent years, tattoos have gained mainstream popularity, so these stereotypes no longer apply. In fact, people of all gender, sexualities, lifestyles, and professions choose to “ink up” every day! Tattoos are truly a great way to personally express yourself in a permanent way using your own body as a canvas (it’s important to mention that while tattoos can be removed, it’s an expensive & painful process). You can choose from one of the hundreds of thousands of designs already created by artists, adapt an idea to your liking, or even create your own tattoo from scratch!

Men who don’t like pain may be put off by the idea of getting a tattoo. After all, clothing choice is a simple, non-permanent, and painless form of self-expression, right? This is true, but your feminine clothing will get old, and simply choosing out a wardrobe is far less commitment than getting a tattoo. Or it may be your intimate secret that you can share only with your dating partner – spicy idea, to say the least! While the idea of pain is certainly a consideration, you’ll be happy to know that this pain can be limited! Some parts of the body (such as the thigh, chest, or lower forearm) are less painful than other parts of the body (such as the head, neck, or feet). In addition to choosing a less painful tattoo location, men can also use numbing cream, which will reduce the feeling to the localized location where the lotion is applied. You should check with your tattoo artist to get some recommendations!

3 Ideas to Consider

So, now you’re toying with the idea of getting a tattoo: what are the important things that you should consider? Below, we’ll cover three things to think about while picking out your next (first) design!