what are the disadvantages of getting a tattoo?

Question

I have a writing h.w in my english class...
The direction : in a multi paragraph essay complete the following prompt: Some of friends have decided to get tattoo and gave asked you to "be part of the group" and get a tattoo,too. You and your friend have not yet decided to go along. Decide how you feel about getting a tattoo. Now write to convince your friend to go along with the others and get a tattoo OR not to go along and refuse to participate in the tattooing.
* I chose not to get a tattoo because it will be more easier? to write about it...
all I wrote is the first paragraph and my writing is not very good because i'm a FOB ..T_T i am half white and half korean but i had been living in Korea until i was14and now i'm17...anyways ;; can someone help me with this essay?? it's due tomorrow but all i have is the first "sentence"!i wrote: Many people get tattps these days. Some people get the tattoos just for fun, some get it to show their personality. and this is it ;please help me~~

Answer 1

It will be on you FOREVER! You;ll be 65 and wonder why the heck did you get it...

Answer 2

Many companies will not allow visible tattoos on their employees. I know that for a fact, it's been included in the dress code policy for the past 3 jobs I've held. So your dad is right on that fact...but if you get a tattoo in a spot that can be covered with normal business attire then it's not an issue. You've already mentioned the 'you might regret it' thing. There's also the inherent risk of infection. You could become infected by unclean practices or equipment used at the tattoo shop or by the artist....or you could get an infection by not following the proper after care instructions. You are also at risk for blood born diseases like Hepititus or Tetanus..etc. Allergic reaction: some people are allergic to some dyes used in tattoo inks Tattoos can *sometimes lead to the formation of Keloid scar tissue....overgrown scar tissue (this is rare and it's more to do with the PERSON being prone to keloids). MRI complications: sometimes there can be swelling or burning at the tattoo site when getting an MRI (this has to do with the ingredients in the ink used and it's more of an issue with older tattoos, not new ones)....and sometimes the image of an MRI can be compromised by a tattoo...as in they won't be able to see what they are looking at. So there are some risks that you need to think about but really if you go to a reputable place that has good practices and cares about their clients....there shouldn't be any issues.

Answer 3

For the actual writting aspect of the essay I suggest you b.s. a lot but make sure you sound like you know what you're saying. Maybe use a story. Whatever you do go into depth explaining it, use tons of details. I'm a good writter and that's what I do. As far as tattoos go, everyone has mentioned a million times that they're permanent. How about the fact that they hurt like hell? Think about it: a needles slowly digging into your skin. The shading is 8-12 needles at once. They leave you soar and have to heal like all other wounds; scabs. You have to lube them up w/AD ointment for the first week or else they won't heal properly. You also have to avoid the sun to the coloring won't get screwed up when healing. Some tatts involve more than 1 sitting. Yes, it's permanent which can affect your job outlook if ur stupid enough to put em somewhere visible. You also might want them later removed (costs thousands), if you get a dumbass tattoo to begin with. That's why you should always get something meaningful. It also maks people percieve u differently just because of some artwork. Example: I'm a white girl; blond hair, green eyes, nice, shy, quiet but I have 4 tatts, 1 being huge on my back. And people look get the wrong impression of me when they see it. That's been my biggest challenge so far. Oh yea, it's inevitable for tatts to blur and the lines to get thicker as time passes. So ten yrs down the line they'll appear fuzzy and nothing close to what you intended.

Answer 4

Because no matter how good the artistry it will still look awful.
Human skin's appearance is not improved by tattoos, and should you change your mind when you realise what an ugly mess you have made to your skin you will learn that they are just about irremovable without leaving scar tissue.
Then of course there is the risk to your health. Are the tattooists needles sterile, are you sensitive or allergic to the dyes used?
I could go on but suffice to say no one's appearance has ever been improved by a tattoo, and they are an indication to others that a person sporting a tattoo is someone who,rightly, suffers from low self-esteem.

Answer 5

Well i dont have any personal experience with tatoo's but my friend just got a tattoo of a star on his leg with red, white and blue which he finds relevant because he has pride for his nation. Sure this is fine now, but when he is 60 years old that star will look horrible. The disadvantages of getting a tattoo are

1. Deciding you really didn't want this tattoo and are stuck with it
2. You arent stuck with it, but you have to fork up the money to get it removed and leave scars
3. You can make a stupid decision of covering up a tattoo... with another tattoo which is very common but retarded because blending tattoos together turn out horrible
4. In years to come the tattoo will fade, and look worse and worse as the skin becomes older and changes

Answer 6

Its not 'more easier', you just want to say easier. You really shouldn't do something just because its easier, but rather you should do it because that's really how you feel. If you write the paper based on what you really truly feel, it will practically write itself.

This really doesn't seem difficult at all.

An obvious reason to not get a tattoo is you might regret it later or suffer some type of social backlash from peers, strangers, family...but there are more reasons people don't get them.

Answer 7

Just to let you know....you're going to get some very biased postings from this and incorrect facts as well. Even reading some of the things that posted so far....most have some inaccurate facts in there...

also - for a fob...your grammar is good....I would suggest not procrastinating on your projects so you have time to research your topics a little more than using YA as your guidebook.

I'm prob going to get thumbs down for this answer but oh wells. :)

Answer 8

Your tastes might change. What you find 'cool' to tattoo on yourself now, may not be cool when you are older - when you are a parent or grandparent.
I often wonder what the guys do later in life after they tattoed a naked woman on themselves. LOL.
That's the #1 reason why I contemplate a design for at least 1 to 2 years before getting it inked on myself! And I stick to designs that nobody could find distasteful or offensive - flowers, butterflies, etc.

Answer 9

Since your writing about not getting it ur intro could sound like this:

In todays society the media influences the mind of the young and modern. Media is a main source of persuasion, but peer pressure can also be a factor. Tatoos are one main topic today that the media, and peer pressure address as a fad.

Answer 10

It is a disadvantage at work. It might offend your boss.
When your body changes, the art work would look distorted.
Your taste may change, but the tattoo would still be there
There is an increase chance of getting a disease, like Hepatits C
It's a waste of money.

Answer 11

If you don't use a reputable tatoo artist, you can get an infection from a dirty needle.

Some people are allergic to the ink.

As you get older, your skin stretches and sags, distorting the tatoo image.

Over time, the ink can fade and blur, leaving an ugly mess.