Does Getting a Tattoo Hurt?

No matter what you may hear, there really is no way to predict the amount of pain that you’ll experience when getting a tattoo. Tattoos involve piercing into skin, which almost always involves pain. No matter how big or how small the tattoo may be or where it is located, you can expect to feel some pain.

It’s not nearly as bad as what you might imagine. The pain comes from the cluster of needles on the tattooing machine piercing your skin very rapidly. This sensation,however, doesn’t feel like the poking pain of an injection–it’s more of a constant vibration. You will be amazed at how quickly your body releases endorphins, (pain killers), which dullens the pain significantly.

Normally, the pain you feel is a slight burn or scratching feeling. The pain will also vary according to where on your body you get worked on.If the tattoo is going to be on an area where there is less bone and tissue such as the collarbone, anklebone, wrist or chest, the pain will be a bit more intense. Areas like the arms and legs however, normally aren’t that painful. Areas such as these have more tissue and muscle, which will lessen the amount of pain you feel.

In addition, certain types of needles seem to hurt more than others. The needles used for outlining produce a sharper, more noticeable pain as the needles will be used to create a black line that will stand out on the tattoo. This part need to be inserted fairly deeply and carefully to ensure that it’s done correctly. While the needles used for shading seem to be much more like an electrical buzz and isn’t painful, although it depends on the penetration depth and effect that you desire.

Even though some pain is to be expected, there are ways that you can minimize the pain. Below are some tips that will help you deal with the pain.

Never show up to a get a tattoo on drugs or drunk. This will thin out your blood, causing you to bleed more.

Always choose a tattoo artist that you are comfortable around. If you have confidence in your artist you can minimize the pain a great deal.

Show up at the studio with sheer determination. You should accept the fact that the tattoo will take time. Quality work is an art and should never be rushed.

If the pain becomes too much to bear, you should let your tattoo artist know immediately. He will allow you to take a break, or stop and come back later. You can always break up your sessions, as tattoos don’t need to be finished immediately.

To ease your mind, listen to music. This way, you can take your mind to a different place and focus on something other than the tattoo.

Most of us are not into pain, but the beauty of the tattoo and the pride associated with wearing it far outweighs a little pin-stick here and there. That is why people are returning again and again for tattoo after tattoo.

Does Getting a Tattoo Hurt?

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