Before placing a tattoo for the first time, please take into account its size, visibility, and your pain tolerance. Remember that each individual’s experience of pain varies and could be affected by genetics and learned behavior toward it. Consider whether or not your tattoo will form part of a more oversized sleeve and how its location might shift with pregnancy, weight gain, or any other changes in body chemistry.
Ankle
Ankle tattoos are increasingly becoming popular, since they’re easily concealed when needed and look chic and feminine. An excellent place for getting inked are ankles: names, initials of loved ones, or a meaningful word or phrase can all look beautiful here! An ankle is often less painful than other body parts, making it an excellent place for those new to tattooing to start with a smaller design, such as flowers, snakes, or traditional symbols. A flower, snake, or traditional symbol tattoo would work nicely on an ankle. While tattoo artists generally find tattooing ankles relatively pain-free, it can still cause discomfort for clients with sensitive skin. But it remains less painful than working on other body areas such as ribs or armpits.
Back
tattoos make for great first tattoos, and shoulder blades are often an ideal place for beginners. Not being exposed to direct sunlight and usually having skin that remains relatively consistent even during weight gain or pregnancy, are all factors considered when considering tattoo placement on this area of your back. Tattoo pain depends heavily on location and design; Ghinko suggests steering newcomers away from particularly painful areas like armpit or rib cage, to ensure a positive experience without taping out early. Talking them into an easier placement will ensure they have an enjoyable session while providing their finished product looks better! Plus, covering up is always an option!
Wrist
A wrist tattoo can make an excellent first tattoo! It’s evident and perfect if you want a permanent reminder to breathe deeply or remain positive – such as your name, a quote, or a design you love or simply an everyday reminder to stay focused on staying healthy! As it’s covered in fat, the inner wrist tends to be less painful than other parts of your arm and is easy to conceal if you change your mind or require professional attire. Look for anything too close to the ulna and radius bones, which could cause pain. When choosing your tattoo artist, ensure they have experience working in this area.
Chest
Chest tattoos for men have grown increasingly popular over time. They allow individuals to showcase their personalities and beliefs by showcasing large designs featuring skulls, phoenix feathers, or even an image of a wolf. Others choose quotes that help heal their past while encouraging optimism for the future, with chests being an ideal spot since it’s close to one’s heart. Before getting a chest tattoo, it’s essential to think carefully about its visibility and when. If it is often hidden by clothing, find another place for it. When washing it with liquid soap instead of bar soap, it will prevent irritation and infection, while bar soap may lead to rashes or chafing.
Face
Although tattoos have become increasingly mainstream, body art on the face remains controversial. Even without restrictions from employers or restrictions from people looking at your client at work, people will likely stare and ask what it was about. Once considered the exclusive province of outlaws and serial killers, face tattoos have since been increasingly adopted among celebrities such as SoundCloud rappers Kelsy Karter and Anne Frank – although this trend could easily backfire on them. For this reason, if your customer appears interested in getting a facial tattoo, suggest they pause before proceeding. Doing so may save them considerable distress later on and also remind customers that this delicate area needs extra consideration when treated with products like ink and tattoos.
