Choosing A Feminine Tattoo And Where To Put It

Anyone who is planning on getting a tattoo has some things to think about, but women have some things to consider that men don't. Women who want a feminine tattoo that continues to look good for the rest of their lives should give some extra consideration as to what they get and where they get it.

 Because of changes that can occur in the female body with aging and childbirth, tattoo location can be very important. It is a good idea to choose a location where the skin is not subjected to a lot of stretching and sagging because no matter how good or feminine or attractive a tattoo might start out, if it is located on skin that will tend to get stretched, get stretch-marked, or sag over time, the tattoo may wind up looking bad. In such cases, what once was a beautiful piece of skin art may simply draw attention to physical features that a woman wish were a little less noticeable.

 I suggest that women consider areas like the back of the neck, the ankle, the low back, and the shoulder blade for their tattoos, as these arease typically do not change drastically in terms of skin elasticity. The forearms are also suitable for this reason, but they are less often chosen for feminine tattoos and are more popular locations for men to get tattoos.

 The belly-button area and the breasts are pretty popular areas for feminine tattoos, but these spots are particularly susceptible to a lot of changes in skin elasticity because of pregnancy and to some extent, normal aging. The lower abdomen and pubic area can also be susceptible to sagging, and so while tattoos in these areas can look very sexy, they might not be the best locations over time.

 Once you decide on the where, the next step is the what. To begin with, my first recommendation is to NOT get a tatoo of your lover's name anywhere on your body. No matter how good the relationship is right now, things can change!

 Choosing a feminine tattoo can be a big project, as there are so many possibilities. Just make sure you choose something you actually like (don't let someone choose for you), because it's going to be with you a long time. You really don't want to rush this decision, so take plenty of time to research what you want.

 When choosing from images like patterns, floral designs, etc., it is matter of taking the time to sort through the possibilities and choose what you like. I suggest doing more resarch if you are thinking about an Asian language character or other symbol that might have some meaning that you'd rather not have permanently imprinted on your body. Check at least a couple of resources and don't just take the tattoo artist's word for what a given symbol means. That beautiful, feminine tattoo might look good, but do you really want the Japanese symbol for "manure" printed on you?

Choosing The Right Tattoo Parlor For You

After you've made the decision to get a tattoo and you have chosen your design, the next step is choosing a qualified tattoo parlor. This could possibly be one of the most important desicions in your life because a bad tattoo is permanent and it can affect your health. Choosing the right tattoo parlor is only half of the equation. You also have to find a qualified tattoo artist. We all know there are hundreds of thousands of tatto parlors available, but all of them are not are not good and the bad ones can cause you more harm than good.

 You should always ask for references before choosing your tattoo parlor. You want to make sure that they have a clean track record and are not know for causing infections. You want to be sure that you are dealing with a licensed artist. If the artist is not a licensed professional there is almost a guarantee that his equipment is not clean and sterilized properly. Your health should be your biggest concern when it comes to gett ing your tatto.

 The tattoo parlors with good reputations will always welcome you into their place of business with open arms. They will be willing and ready to provide you with all the documentation you need to verify that they can provide you with a clean and professional tattooing experience without endangering your health. Also any reputable tattoo parlor will always have references on standby. A good tattoo parlor will always have a friendly staff, and their artists will not be pushy. It's true that your more experienced tattoo artists will offer you opinions on tattoo designs but they should never push you into anything you don't want.

 The most logical way to find the right tattoo parlor for you is to search in your local area. You can search on the internet. In the phone book and sometimes you can find the top parlors in your area in national tattoo magazines. Once you've found a few locations in your area, go visit them and take a look around. Don't be in a rush to make your final decision.