Do you have dark skin and have never had a tattoo because you think it won’t show up or won’t have a nice result? Do you have trouble finding cool inspirations in different skin tones and have a lot of questions about it? Want to tattoo but don’t even know where to start? Behold, you have arrived at the right post! After all, this art of drawing through the body can be for everyone, yes!
In addition to selecting beautiful ideas for different tattoos on afro skins, we answer some of the main questions that occur when it comes to tattoos on black skin. It’s time to take those projects off the paper and transfer them directly to your arms, back, legs or wherever you want. Check out!
Common questions
Can it have color or not? Is the process different? Get ready to know the truth once and for all.
Is it harder to pigment black skin?
According to Maximillian Leão, from Tattoaria House, in São Paulo, the difficulty is exactly the same as tattooing a fair skin. What differs is that the darker tone limits the tonal variation a little, so it is important that the tattoo artist pays special attention during the color tattoo.
Is it possible to get a color or watercolor tattoo?
Yes, you can do it all! Maximillian reinforces, however, that on fair skin the colors end up standing out more. That is why, in this case, it is important to have an artist who knows how to work well with colors and the watercolor technique, in addition to using good quality paints. If the choice for the technical quality of the tattoo artist is always important, in these situations it is even more so.
Is black skin more likely to have keloids?
In black skin, the fibroblasts, which are the cells responsible for making the skin strong and elastic, are larger, which makes it difficult for the tissue to heal. This can indeed make a black person more susceptible to keloids. For this reason, it is important to consult a dermatologist if there are cases in the family, and to take good care of the tattoo after it is done – “it is always better to err on the side of excess”, comments the tattoo artist.
Is the care different from other skin tones?
The care is exactly the same. Maximillian’s recommendation is that the person keep the tattoo covered with plastic wrap for at least two hours after the session. “Once you remove the plastic, clean it with liquid soap and cover it again with the plastic to sleep the first night.” It is important to follow the tips of the professional you choose, whether about the number of days with the plastic or how long to use healing ointment.
Is it possible to get a tattoo in any studio?
It might even be so. However, the tip is to search for tattoo artists who already have a portfolio of tattoos on skins of different shades and who know which colors will look the most beautiful in each case.
The more you research about tattoos and tattoo artists, the more prepared you will be for your arts. Tattoos are forever, so it’s worth the wait until you find someone who fits the designs you’re envisioning.
30 pictures of tattoos on black skin to inspire you
If you were finding it difficult to find tattoo references, worry no more. Check out dozens of beautiful options!
1. For starters: there will be a tattoo on black skin, yes
2. And if you mess up, the whole body will get a tattoo
3. Black ink tattoos look great on this skin tone
4. But the colorful ones also have their charms
5. The serenity of those who get tattooed the way they want
6. Look how amazing this snake on the arm is!
7. But before running to the needles, choose well who will do your tattoo
8. If the professional has experience with black skins, even better
9. Then just play on the inspirations
10. It’s worth writing something you believe in
11. Or even fill your arm with everything you like
12. A tattoo on the lap, in turn, is for those who have a striking personality
13. And on the shoulder is a charm
14. And if you love flowers, you are authorized to register them, see?
15. How about a beautiful and empowered tattoo?
16. The tattoo on the arm is pretty apparent, but it’s amazing
17. Seriously, what’s not to love?
18. On the back, you can hide or show whenever you want
19. And if it’s to dare, let it be a big tattoo to make it beautiful
20. Another beautiful idea: honoring someone you love
21. The smile of someone who rocked the mandala on the shoulder
22. This area is painful to tattoo, but look how amazing it looks!
23. The art of being powerful with a beautifully tattooed arm
24. Tattoos with fine lines look beautiful on any part of the body
25. And mixing different styles demonstrates your personality
26. Record your strength, your belief, your history on your skin
27. The desire to tattoo when seeing inspirations like this is infinite, isn’t it?
28. You know that story that only black appears on black skin? pure myth
29. Of course, the result of the tattoo may vary from skin to skin, but be sure to get the tattoo of your dreams
30. After all, every skin has its corner for ink. Allow yourself!
Which of these tattoos did you like the most? Leave it in the comments. And don’t forget to share these beautiful ideas with your friends.
Nicole Dias
Graduated and postgraduated in journalism, she ended up becoming a publicist by profession. Gaucho, blogger, passionate about life. Good with a fork, singer in the shower, great storyteller, terrible joke teller. She reads a lot, talks a lot, watches more Netflix than she should.
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