Tattoos are a common form of body art; it has been around since ancient times and has picked up a lot of popularity in 21st century. Nowadays, if you look around you will find interesting designs flashed by the people around you. This is an art form, which allows a person to display his thoughts and feelings. Even though, tattoos are popular, many people just end up regretting about it after. Ever thought why?

These are the people who did not think about the best design for themselves and just got it imprinted. It is possible to remove tattoos, but it is a really painful and expensive procedure. And think again, did you actually go through the needle only to find it unattractive and impossible to explain! Below are 10 tips to certainly think about before getting a tattoo.

1. The tattoo artist that you plan to visit, is he experienced? Consider the question very important, as an experienced tattoo artist will have a good knowledge of cleansing the equipment and also to create a unique design that the customer will appreciate.

2. Would the tattoo be as important about after 20 to 50 years? Think about the relevance of tattoo in your future. If your tattoo is about a love interest then make sure you have no regrets later.

3. Do you have a reason to get a tattoo? Is it because you just want to follow the trend, or someone wants you to do it. Tattooing is a permanent art that will be on your body. Therefore, ensure that you have a special and an appropriate reason for getting a tattoo.

4. A tattoo really looks beautiful, no doubt but will you be able to deal with the circumstances that might occur because of it. You might get an infection or the skin around the tattooed area might get sore. Will you be able to deal with it? And if you change your mind to remove the tattoo, then surgery is the only way you will be able to remove it.

5. Do you have a particular design in mind? If not then think about the feeling that you might want to inscribe on the skin. You can visit a tattoo parlor and look at some designs. Alternatively, you could also look at the designs on the net.

6. Getting a tattoo is expensive. The larger the size of the tattoo, the greater the cost of it therefore, can you afford the amount? Also, some small tattoos can also be expensive, particularly, if you are restricted by a budget. When deciding on a tattoo, know the exact cost and have the full payment ready with you.

7. Do you fear needles? Then it is advised that you stay away from tattoo. But if you really want to get yourself tattooed then make up your mind and get your fear out of the way. You also have temporary tattoos these days, this is an answer for those who do not like the idea of needles.

8. Can you tolerate the pain? Here you have to be realistic, tattooing is painful. If you can tolerate the pain of needles pricking your body then you can go ahead and get a tattoo done.

9. If you ever get bored with the tattoo, will think of getting it removed? Can you afford the expenses of the surgery? Many health policies do not cover the costs of removing a tattoo, if unless it is done for a health issue. You as a patient will then have to afford the whole cost of surgery.

10. After getting a tattoo, you will have to treat the area as suggested by the artist to avoid infection. This might require you to cover the tattoo area until it gets healed and clean it the way your physician or artist tells you to.

These ten tips were not to scare you, but to show you the reality behind getting a tattoo. Therefore, consider all these points before making any decision.