Foot Tattoos | What Are the Pros & Cons?
Our feet are often just 'there'. We hide them more often than we show them. We do take care of them, because we go to the pedicure and we're not averse to a nice nail polish now and then.
Yet few people say, 'give me a pair of feet like Kim Kardashian's'. Also, almost no one considers their left or right foot the most beautiful part of their body.
Feet are feet. We need them to walk and that's it.
But is that really so? Are feet what they are, or were they?
The latter!
It's now really a trend to spruce up your feet a bit. And what better way to do that than with a foot tattoo!
A foot tattoo: why you SHOULD get one
A big advantage of a foot tattoo is that no one has to know you have one. Feet are great body parts in that regard, because they are easy to hide.
Usually they are tucked away in socks and shoes, no one sees them. In the summer, when your feet emerge with a beautiful foot tattoo, it usually doesn't immediately catch anyone's eye. Because who looks at someone's feet first?
If an eye does fall on your foot tattoo, the reaction is almost always positive. People are often surprised, they don't expect a tattoo there.
Another big plus of foot tattoos is that you get the most enjoyment out of them yourself, because you can look at them all day without having to do anything difficult.
If you look down, you already see it. A tattoo on your back or thigh is a lot trickier in that regard. Try looking at it properly without twisting yourself into knots...
All the advantages of a foot tattoo at a glance:
- Easy to hide
- Clearly visible to the wearer of the foot tattoo
- Transforms an inconspicuous body part into a real eye-catcher
- Intimate and personal
- Subtle yet surprising
A tattoo on your foot: why you should NOT get one
It's not without reason that it took some time for foot tattoos to become a trend. This is mainly because our 'undercarriage' has two major disadvantages:
- Getting a foot tattoo is quite painful.
- Foot tattoos fade relatively quickly. The lines blur somewhat faster.
Because of the second point, many tattoo artists advised against a foot tattoo a few years ago. Nowadays, almost every artist will do a foot tattoo.
Nevertheless, we advise you to only have a foot tattoo done by an experienced artist. The chance that it will remain beautiful longer is much greater then. That has everything to do with experience, good technique, and the right materials.
Also, he or she can advise you better than anyone on choosing a good (and smart) design and the after-effects you might temporarily experience.
And as for the pain…
You can also look at it this way: feet are small body parts to tattoo, so the pain cannot last very long. And of course, how long the session takes depends on the design.
If you choose a tattoo that only consists of lines, the pain is usually not too bad. Just grit your teeth for a short while. And if you want a tattoo with a lot of color and shade? Then grit your teeth a little longer!
TIP: prepare yourself for the worst pain you can imagine. Then you'll see that it's not so bad after all.
A tattoo on your foot: after the session
In terms of care, a foot tattoo does not differ much from a tattoo elsewhere on your body. The day after the session, your foot can swell considerably. Once another day has passed, you'll be past the worst of it. Just stick to the care tips your tattoo artist gives you.
Do not wear tight-fitting shoes or sneakers for the first week, as friction while walking will damage the skin. Your tattoo won't look better, healing will take longer, and it will also hurt.
The beauty of foot tattoos: a subtle expression of personality
A foot tattoo can be a subtle yet powerful way to express your personality. Whether you choose a single tattoo, a small tattoo, or an elegant floral or butterfly design: the possibilities are endless.
Many people wonder if a tattoo on the sole of the foot will fade. Although a foot tattoo may fade faster than tattoos on other parts of the body due to friction and pressure, this can be minimized by choosing an experienced tattoo artist and providing good aftercare.
Regarding pain, getting a foot tattoo can be uncomfortable due to the sensitivity of the area. But the reward is a unique work of art that you can admire every day.
Are you still going for a foot tattoo? Then ask yourself these questions first:
- What kind of design do I want?
- Where on my foot will I get the foot tattoo?
- Can I take a few days off? If your job involves a lot of movement, we really recommend it. Move as little as possible!
Foot tattoos are simply sensitive and require extra care to heal.
The TattooMed tattoo soap is a fine gel that soothes and heals the wound. Clean your fresh tattoo regularly and then apply the TattooMed aftercare cream. Unlike many other products, this cream is not greasy at all.
The nourishing ingredients penetrate your skin instead of your socks.
And if you want to do it perfectly, then the TattooMed tattoo film is really a must. For the first three to five days, you don't have to worry about your tattoo, because it's well protected by the film.
An important advantage: much less chance of a skin infection.
Want to know more about TattooMed's care products? Here you will find all the products that help your fresh tattoo heal and keep it beautiful for a very long time!
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Questions about caring for your tattoo?
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📅 This blog first appeared on July 15, 2020