Can a Diabetic get Tattooed

1.  Keep the tattoo small.  The less surface area the less chance of infection and the less blood loss.

2.  Opt for black ink only (greywashed tattoos) or ask for natural pigments.  Some artists will buy a natural pigment if you request, but DO expect to pay significantly more for the tattoo.

3.  Keep the tattoo close to the heart.  Diabetics have poor circulation, and blood flow will help you to heal more rapidly.  If you are diabetic and have poor circulation in your legs then avoid tattoos on the legs or feet.

4.  Practice very good aftercare with your tattoo.  Keep it clean, clean, clean! And let it heal.  Avoid commonly used bad aftercare practices, and let the tattoo get some air.  NEVER heal a tattoo with a jar of petroleum jelly.  Especially if your dipping your hands into the jar, you're just asking for an infection.

5.  I have heard that it is helpful for diabetics to eat something before getting tattooed, but I cannot speak fro any experience on this one.  Just something to keep in mind.

Diabetics can get tattooed, just take extra precaution.  If you find a studio that will not tattoo you then just keep looking.  And take very good care of your tattoo during it's healing time.