Just wondering because the education system is so dummed down nowadays in this country the youngsters have no idea the ugly-ness they are letting themselves in for when (if?) they eventually mature. Perhaps tattoo parlours should be forced to show an 'ageing' profile for every customer - the technology is here to do it surely ???
2006-09-10 23:03:03 · 16 answers · asked by Jon H 3 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
It's ironic that this has come up the same week I want to get a tattoo. I'm 18 now and do realise as people age their skin changes etc. But I think tattoos will also age fine depending on where they are on the body and how good a job the tattoo artist did in the first place.
The lowerback for example. A lot of women get one there. Not only is it in a place where it can be both covered up and shown off, but the lower back is a place where the tattoo is unlikely to change due to weight fluctuations and such. It is important to look after them well though. No one wants a crinkly tattoo.
I think your 'ageing profile' is an excellent idea though. Some people, especially women who get huge tattoos across their back and arms, I don't think realise how saggy that is going to be when they are about 70/80. If they're on the plump side they might actually be better off tattoo wise as it may keep the tattoo in place better, albeit a little strectched.
Technology wise, yes, I would think it's there. Even if they didn't age the skin digitally, they could probably take a picture of the skin of an older person and overlay the tattoo to show how it would look. As for profiling ever customer individually, I think that would perhaps be too costly and time consuming.
Despite all of that, I think it's important to remember that people's bodies are their own. And for a lot of older people tattoos can be a reminder of their youth. At any age, tattoos make for a good talking point. Some really are very beautiful pieces of artwork. Like graffitti I suppose, sometimes it's beautiful, other it's not.
2006-09-11 00:40:58 · answer #1 · answered by toastie 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a good idea to advise those considering tattoos on how they will look in time, I'm just not sure about the best way to do it.
Mine's now 35 years old and still looks OK, but yes it has changed. The outlines are thickened and the color fades, but if you choose a good design and pick the right place, it's possible for the tat to mature well.
I just don't think the majority of the ones I see these days will, and I've been cautioning people about that for years.
But it's not the shrinking ones that will become unsightly, it's the ones where the skin stretches and sags that will look awful. I think the Celtic bands and the thick black tribal ones on calves, thighs and biceps will begin to look poorly by middle age for most people.
Of course many may keep in shape, but many won't, and they'll likely regret doing it.
Some will fall into the trap of getting many to adorn their bodies, but there's nothing to be said to them. Skin ornamenting is a growing trend and it's pretty disturbing the lengths some will go. Split tongues to me are the epitome of madness.
Oh well, like some have said, it's their bodies - let them mutilate them as they like.
2006-09-10 23:20:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think its fair AT ALL to say that all teenagers who get tattoos don't think that they're going to get old. I don't have any tattoos but I have an idea for one in the future, whenever that time comes. I'm not in denial that I'm going to age, but the fact is that it's not ''immature'' as you may say, to get a tattoo. The idea is that a tattoo signifies a part of your life, and quite a few people who are getting a tattoo have this reasoning too. Some people like tattoos, some don't. Just because you may not like them doesn't mean that they're ugly. Sorry if this seems a hostile reply but it isn't fair to judge a whole generation on some that may not think things through properly.
2006-09-10 23:42:31 · answer #3 · answered by Becka_ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just a thought, but as kids think they are invincible, perfect and will live forever / live young / die fast.... how a tattoo will look in 40 years is not a scary prospect....most 16 year olds don't think they will ever be 30...never mind 50 or 60!!
A dodgy 'tat' is not a big deal when you show the guys that they will be balding, pot-bellied, toothless with nasal & ear hair....or the girls with wrinkly face & hand, saggy boobs & varacose veins. Sure a big, squidgy blob of 'body art' looks pretty gross on your granny....or that naked mermaid on Grandad's chest that looks a bit stretched & fat isn't remotely cool - but we're talking kids & rebel teens here....
2006-09-10 23:25:31 · answer #4 · answered by creviazuk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a simple technique: just draw the tattoo onto a piece of A4 paper, then carry it round in your pocket all day. Then take it out at the end of the day, and roll it up into a ball. Use this ball to play simple versions of a variety of sports, such as football, golf and basketball. Then unscrew it, and screw it up again! Do this 4 or 5 times then see how good it looks...
2006-09-11 01:20:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even thought getting wrinkles is a part of growing old..if you take care of your skin and stay out of the sun the wrinkles will not be that bad. Tattoos will change with skin but think about how old you have to be to get that many wrinkles..Will having a tattoo matter and that age will life itself matter??? If you think about it most tattoos are on parts of the body that usually don't shrivel up too bad.
2006-09-10 23:09:46 · answer #6 · answered by shelshe 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunatly that wouldnt work because the amount of fading depends on things like how much sun the tattoo recieves so therefore you could never get a true picture
2006-09-10 23:10:02 · answer #7 · answered by disney princess whore 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-03-27 06:48:46 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rolling out the wrinkles to show what happens to tattoos would be inaccurate. The way they did tattoos 50yrs ago is greatly different to the way its done now. It would not be an accurate reflection.
2006-09-11 00:03:40 · answer #9 · answered by essexbird1981 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hmmm funny that, my mum just turned 50 and started having tatoos and she looks great. It's not just 'youngesters' going in for them these days. And if someone takes good care of their skin, then the tatoo can be maintained well for life. HTH : )
2006-09-11 05:53:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋