Monday, October 6, 2014

Use A Tattoo Concealer For Your Regrets

By Jocelyn Davidson


Everyone makes bad decisions when they're young. It can be that boyfriend that your parents don't approve of or it can be that hairstyle about which you'll cringe in years to come. Some decisions have more long-lasting consequences but luckily a good tattoo concealer can come to the rescue.

Tattoos have become very fashionable. Back in the day, it was mostly bikers, sailors and criminals that sported them and to get inked, you needed to find a parlor in the seedy part of town. Now you really only have to visit the mall. The problem with the accessibility of tattoos is that people don't always think through their designs and forget that they'll have to wear these for life. While you don't really need to hide your ink for a job interview, since your boss is likely to sport some tattoos as well, there are times when you may want to conceal the terrible design decision you made on impulse.

Among the tattoos that people most commonly want to hide are those that weren't done very professionally. Not all tattooists are gifted artists and instead of sporting a beautiful piece of art on your body, you may end up with something that looks as if it was drawn by a three-year-old. Another common problem is opting for a slogan but not getting the spelling right, so that 'no regrets' reads as 'no regerts'.

Another common tattoo regret is to get the name of your great new love tattooed on your body in those heady first weeks of a relationship. When the excitement wears off and you find yourself wondering why you ever wanted to be with this person, you're cursed with that constant reminder of them every time you look at your left buttock. Even worse, every love that follows in years to come will have to look at that name as well.

Another bad tattooing decision is to get one about the hit TV series of the moment. Next year the show may not be as cool anymore and you'll like something else while your arm still says 'Gossip Girl forever'. The same goes for the names of popular bands. Even more profound symbols can be cause for regret. For instance, you may not be as enthusiastic about that crucifix on your chest anymore if you convert to Islam.

For most people, having a regrettable tattoo is cause for embarrassment and maybe even some mirth. For some, however, certain tattoos can be downright dangerous. Gang members often get tattooed with designs that clearly show their affiliations and having these when they're in a rival gang's territory can get them killed, even if they've left the gang years ago.

If you have any reason to regret your ink, the best option is to get rid of it permanently with laser treatment. Unfortunately this can be quite expensive. A cheaper alternative is to invest in a good, heavy-duty concealer. This is also a great choice if you simply want to hide the design temporarily, for instance if you're an actor and your ink doesn't quite go with the character you're playing.

Some tattoo parlors may sell concealers as well. Bridal stores and stores selling stage supplies may be able to help too or you can simply order a product online. However, be sure that the tone of the product perfectly matches your skin tone or it will create a discolored blotch that is even more unsightly.




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