What would happen if i shaved my head and got a tattoo?

Question

Will the hair grow back normal and are there any complications i should think about first?

Answer 1

The main complication would be a tattoo that you cannot get rid of, on your head.

Answer 2

You'd probably scare a lot of people. I know someone who got a tattoo on his head after shaving it. His hair grew back perfectly normal. Not that I'm advocating getting a tattoo. I think you'll regret it later because you probably won't be able to afford to have it removed if you change your mind later. Shaving your head however might feel pretty good if you're living in a hot climate. *laughs* I'll give you a little warning, though. If you've had hair for a long time, it'll feel kind of weird. You don't really have feeling in your scalp like the rest of your skin. It might take some getting used to.

Answer 3

Yeah it will grow back! I mean I got a tattoo on my leg, and if I forget to shave hair grows right over the tattoo, same as anywhere else on my leg. Assuming that hair is hair, I'm sure the hair on your head will grow back too! But just a question why would you want to get a tattoo if you are just going to cover it up with hair?

Answer 4

There are always complications when getting a tattoo, and is it going to be on you head?
Does it have anything to do with you wanting to shave your head?
Your hair might grow back a different color, but that's about it on that subject.

Answer 5

Why would you want to grow your hair back? Wouldnt it cover that tatto and make the whole idea irrelevant? As far as I know, Hair grows fine. People have their legs and arms shaved to get tattoos and it doesnt kill the hair growth. I dont know why you would want to put yourself through pain like that. there isnt fat on the skull and it would be extremely painful. How about the back of the neck? I know a couple tattoo artists who do not recommend it because of the curvature of the scalp and the boniness. Its hard to keep an image from distorting. Good luck.

Answer 6

You could always get an infection.But I don't think getting a tatoo on your head is a very good idea anyway.One day,...you could go bald....and we have all seen someone with a big blob on their arm that was once a panther or something.Getting a tattoo is very personal and should mean something to you,...and screw everyonelse.

Answer 7

The tattoo prevents hair growth.

But if you think of it - you will look just a little different when the hair grows around the tattoo. It will make the same statement to the world as before.

Answer 8

Your not gaining a whole heck of a lot if you let the hair grow back in. Kinda defeats the purpose of the bald head & tattoo. But it's your head, do what you like. Eveyone else does. :)

Answer 9

TeenHealth.org
It seems like everyone has a tattoo these days.

And it’s not just anchors, skulls and battleships. From school emblems to Celtic designs to personalized symbols, people have found many ways to express themselves with their tattoos. Maybe you’ve thought about getting one. But before you head down to the nearest tattoo shop, there are a few things you need to know.
What exactly is a tattoo?
A tattoo is a puncture wound, made deep in your skin, that’s filled with ink. It’s made by penetrating your skin with a needle and injecting ink into the area, usually creating some sort of design. What makes tattoos so long-lasting is they’re so deep — the ink isn’t injected into the epidermis (the top layer of skin that you continue to produce and shed throughout your lifetime). Instead, the ink is injected into the dermis, which is the second, deeper layer of skin. Dermis cells are very stable, so the tattoo is practically permanent.
Most tattoo artists know how deep to drive the needle into your skin, but not going deep enough will produce a ragged tattoo, and going too deep can cause bleeding and intense pain. Getting a tattoo can take several hours, depending on the size and design chosen.
If you’re thinking about it
If you’re thinking about getting a tattoo, there is one very important thing you have to keep in mind — getting it done safely. Although it might look a whole lot cooler than a big scab, a new tattoo is also a wound. Like any other cut or penetration to your skin, a tattoo is at risk for infections and disease.
First, make sure you’re up to date with your immunizations (especially hepatitis and tetanus shots) and plan where you’ll get medical care if your tattoo becomes infected.
If you have a medical problem ask your doctor if there are any special concerns you should have or precautions you should take beforehand. Also, if you’re prone to getting keloids (an overgrowth of scar tissue), it’s probably best to avoid getting a tattoo altogether.
It’s very important to make sure the tattoo studio is clean and safe, and that all equipment they use is disposable (in the case of needles, gloves, masks, etc.) and sterilized (everything else).
New Mexico does not have state government regulations dictating safety standards and sterilization practices for tattoo parlors. New Mexico and North Dakota are the only states without such legislation.
Check with various shops to see if they have self-imposed regulations. And remember, for better or worse, shops are not legally prohibited from tattooing minors and are not required to follow any sterilization guidelines.
Also ask for recommendations on licensed tattoo shops, or check for any complaints about a particular studio.
What’s the procedure like?
Here’s what you can expect from a normal — and sterile — tattooing procedure:
The tattoo artist will first wash his or her hands.
The to-be-tattooed area on your body will be cleaned and disinfected.
The tattoo artist will put on clean, fresh gloves (and possibly a surgical mask).
The tattoo artist will explain the sterilization procedure to you and open up the single-use, sterilized equipment (such as needles, etc.).=
Using the tattoo machine (with a sterile, single-use needle attached), the tattoo artist will begin drawing an outline of the tattoo under your skin.
The outline will be cleaned with antiseptic soap and water.
Sterile, thicker needles will be installed on the tattoo machine, and the tattoo artist will start shading the design. After cleaning the area again, color will be injected.
Any blood will be removed by a sterile, disposable cloth or towel.
When finished, the area, now sporting a finished tattoo, will be cleaned once again and a bandage will be applied.
What are the risks?
If you decide to get a tattoo, chances are everything will go as planned. But if disinfection and sterilization steps aren’t followed, there are some things you need to be aware of that can go wrong. If you don’t go to a tattoo studio or the tattoo studio doesn’t follow precautions like using sterilized equipment or if it shares ink between customers, you’re putting yourself at risk for getting viral infections such as hepatitis, bacterial skin infections or dermatitis (severe skin irritation).
Also, some people have allergic reactions to the tattoo ink. And if you already have a skin condition such as eczema, you may have flare-ups as a result of the tattoo.
Serious complications can result if you attempt to do a tattoo yourself, have a friend do it for you or have it done in any unclean environment. Because tattooing involves injections under the skin, viruses such as HIV and hepatitis B and C can be transferred into your body if proper precautions aren’t followed. For this reason, the American Red Cross and some other blood banks require people to wait 12 months after getting a tattoo before they can donate blood.
So is it worth it?
Is getting a tattoo worth the money and hassle? It’s up to you. Some people really enjoy their tattoos and keep them for life, whereas others might regret that they acted on impulse and didn’t think enough about it before they got one. Getting a tattoo is a big deal, especially because they’re designed to be permanent. If you’ve thought about it and decided you want a tattoo, make sure you do a little detective work and find a clean, safe, and professional tattoo shop in your area. Also, remember that getting and maintaining a tattoo involves some responsibility — after you leave the tattoo shop, it’s up to you to protect and treat it to prevent infections or other complications

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Now, just imagine what can happen with a head tattoo ..
I myself have thought about it.. so I am not trying to stop you.. just helping you become more aware.

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Where can I put a tattoo on my body?
Maine State Law regulations prohibit tattooing of the head, neck, hands, feet, and genitals. Everywhere else on your body will generally heal up well, providing that you take proper care of your new tattoo. There are some general things you should know though, if you tattoo your legs you should stay off of them as much as possible so that the tattoo does not swell excessively, working out should be avoided as to not stretch or tear the healing tissue, clothing rubbing on new tattoos can affect the healing process also, bra straps, belts, panty hose, etc, should be taken into consideration when deciding placement of your tattoo.

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Do a research.. gather all the info you can..

Answer 10

What would happen? You probably wouldn't be able to get a good job like that, but hey... you only live once, why not? Your hair will grow back and as long as you took care of your tatoo the first few weeks... you'll be fine.