After mastectomy and reconstruction, many breast cancer survivors choose to get their nipples tattooed to increase self-confidence and comfort in their new bodies. However, nipple tattoos should only be performed 3-4 months post-hospital surgery to ensure that surgical scars have fully matured and healed.
Lotus Flower
The Lotus Flower holds deep symbolic meaning for many cultures worldwide, symbolizing beauty, enlightenment, and rebirth. Though rooted in murky waters, its growth sprouts up to show us that our life paths may lead us down our intended paths.
tattoos representing lotus flowers can be an inspiring choice for women on their path toward finding themselves and happiness. A lotus tattoo can be a constant reminder that faith in oneself should never waiver and goals should always remain top priorities.
Make this tattoo striking by selecting purple and light blue colors that harmonize with its floral design. Purple symbolizes wealth, royalty, purity, and wisdom – qualities that should not be taken for granted! Realism-style artwork utilizes gradual shading and close details to give this flower a three-dimensional, lifelike appearance. Additionally, its variable thicknesses create movement.
Roses
Roses are an iconic tattoo symbol, representing romance and love. While traditional roses feature red ink, you can customize this timeless design to convey any meaning you choose – be it red ink for an antique feel or any shade to suit your vision.
Pink and red roses are popular choices for women in love while symbolizing romance between friends and family. You could also opt for one colored with black and grey ink to convey masculine vibes.
Many breast cancer survivors opt for nipple and areola tattoos to increase their confidence after surgery. Being in public, some may feel self-conscious; using tattoos to camouflage scars may provide added comfort.
Chrysanthemums
Chinese culture attributes chrysanthemums to longevity and good fortune. Additionally, these flowers serve as symbols of love in Japan as well as representing Virgo in the Zodiac sign.
Chrysanthemum blooms are divided into 13 bloom forms by the US National Chrysanthemum Society based on how their ray and disc florets are arranged. These 13 varieties include reflex, quill, spider, brush, thistle, butterfly, frog snake, thistle, thistle bush, and exotic (exotic).
Daisies
Daisies are among the most enduringly popular flowers in tattoos due to their delicate form and symbolic meaning, they represent innocence, beauty, and purity.
Flowers belonging to this family, commonly referred to as Asteraceae or Compositae, feature star-shaped flower heads containing yellow disc florets surrounded by white ray florets – making them highly desired by floral designers and wedding decorators.
These versatile flowers can thrive in various landscapes, such as sunny or shaded areas, on hills or flat fields, and are equally adaptable to wet or dry soil conditions – making them botanical chameleons!
There are various types of daisies, with the two most prevalent varieties being English (Bellis perennis) and Oxeye daisies (Leucanthemum vulgare). Their name originates in Old English for “day’s eye,” as these flowers bloom early morning before closing up their petals overnight before opening them back up when exposed to sunlight again.
