It's a well known fact that getting a tattoo hurts. For the most part, all of these places listed below are extremely painful and you should definitely be aware of that before you go in to get these areas inked. A lot of the pain comes from a lack of cushion of muscle or fat within these areas, therefore causing the needles to consistently go over thin layers of skin and bone repeatedly. When it’s just skin and bones, you know it’s going to hurt. But don’t worry, once you get through the pain, you’ll be walking away with a piece that makes it all worth it. No pain, no gain. So check out this list below to see some of the top ten most painful places to get tattooed.
Sternum
The sternum is painful for similar reasons as the chest, but the sternum also extends down to the stomach causing the painful vibrations from the chest to extend downwards, as well. Two words: not pleasant.
Inner Arm
As with many of the other painful areas of the body, the inner arm is going to really hurt. The thinness of the skin is again the culprit, and the nerves will react instantly to any shader needle. While some areas just throb and hurt, this feels more like a scratching burn. Be prepared!
Hands
The hands, fingers and knuckles especially, are extremely boney and filled with ligaments. Also, because the skin on your hands is so thin, it’s going to be extremely painful. (Tattoo by Ron "570" Russo)
Ribs
No. Just no. The outline, shading, and highlighting pretty much all equally suck when getting your ribs tattooed. The skin is so thin over this already highly sensitive area and the bones are spread out leaving areas of grooves and direct bone for the needles to graze over. You’re definitely going to need breaks during rib sessions.
Chest
There is a tremendous amount of bone in the chest. Unless you’re really working on those pectorals, the skin is going to be thin and directly against that boney chest area. Oh, and did we mention that the needles vibrations will suddenly be a hell of a lot more noticeable this time around? Yowza!
Elbow
They don’t call it the “swellbow” for nothing. The elbow is not only going to hurt, but to get the ink packed in properly you’re going to be sitting at an awkward angle with your arm bending every which way, and then when it’s all said and done, your elbow will swell like crazy.
Feet
The feet are pretty manageable at first, but as the tattoo session goes on, it’s going to really start to hurt. The very tops of the feet will be the absolute worse. And be prepared for some serious shading and highlighting to kill.
Armpit
What could be worse than the inner arm? The armpit, of course. Think razor burn, level: tattoo needle.
Back of the Knee
Many people believe that the knees are ridiculously painful, and though getting your knees inked is going to hurt, nothing is going to compare to the pain of getting the back of your knee tattooed. Just like with your elbow ditch, the back of the knee is layered with thin, malleable skin and a significant lack of muscle. Ouchville, population: you.
Head
Needles vibrating and stabbing you in the head repeatedly is not going to be a very enjoyable experience. Though the skull is said to not be as painful as many may believe, it still is going to be an uncomfortable session
Move over Dominos, step aside Chipotle—because it's time for Arby's to get their chance in the spotlight. While Arby's has played second fiddle to Subway for decades, the iconic sandwich restaurant may have edged out their competition with a viral tattoo flash day that garnered hundreds of hungry clients. Take a look at the gallery below to find out why over 100 people got Arby's tattoos over the weekend and share your favorite sandwich from their menu in the comments section on Facebook.
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Dubbed the second largest American sandwich chain by Food & Wine Magazine, Arby's is beloved by millions of hungry Americans. WHY OVER 100 PEOPLE GOT ARBY’S TATTOOS
UPDATED:OCT 10, 2018ORIGINAL:OCT 3, 2018
Move over Dominos, step aside Chipotle—because it's time for Arby's to get their chance in the spotlight. While Arby's has played second fiddle to Subway for decades, the iconic sandwich restaurant may have edged out their competition with a viral tattoo flash day that garnered hundreds of hungry clients. Take a look at the gallery below to find out why over 100 people got Arby's tattoos over the weekend and share your favorite sandwich from their menu in the comments section on Facebook.
However, would you consider getting a tattoo in honor of your favorite fast food establishment? Well, that's exactly what over 100 did this past weekend.
Have you ever wondered what the meaning is behind a person's tattoo? Well, you're in luck. Here is a handy guide to help you learn the traditional meaning, or meanings, behind a huge assortment of different tattoos. Of course, everyone has their own personal meanings attached to their tattoos so don't assume that any of these answers are definite, think of them as a sort of guideline.
Wolves: Known as "okami" or "great god" to the Japanese; shrines are dedicated to the wolf asking for it to protect crops from boars and deer. Navajo myths view the wolf as mystical beings, essentially humans in disguise. In Roman mythology a wolf was responsible for saving the lives of Romulus and Remus - the founders of Rome - when they were abandoned as babies. Wolves are used to symbolize greed and destruction throughout the Bible. Dog, loyalty, greed, destruction
Whale: One of the largest animals in the world, the whale is part of the folklore of many different cultures. When a beached whale was found on a beach by an Inuit deity it threw the world's order into disarray, according to the legend. Order was not restored until the whale was returned to the sea. The east African legend of King Sulemani uses the whale to teach humility to the greedy king. Ancestors, humility
Spiderwebs: Spiders spin webs to trap and imprison prey, Spiderwebs are now commonly used to symbolize the amount of time spent in jail by ex-convicts. Prison, time
Jester: First employed by European monarchs as a form of entertainment for the court. Seen as professionals with skills such as joke telling, juggling, and playing music. Comedy, fools
Eagles: These regal birds are used as national symbols in many Eastern European countries, Mexico, India, Egypt, Armenia and the United States. The eagle and its feathers are also important to the native people of the Americas and seen as a source of power. Eagles vary in size and color and are found all over the world. Nationalism, power
Celtic Cross: The Irish take on the iconic symbol of Christianity.
Shiva: The supreme god of Hinduism who is followed by a group call Saivites. He is the third member of the trinity possessing the power to destroy the universe. His attributes include a third eye, crescent moon, ashes, matted hair, blue throat, sacred Ganges, tiger skin, serpents, deer, a trident, a small drum, and a small bull.
Lions: Seen as a source of strength, courage and protection. Known for their hunting skills and ferocity. These commanding creatures are a part of legends and myths all over the globe. For the ancient Egyptians they were used as war deities because the lioness is known for her aggressive attributes and protection. In the Hindu religion Vishnu is one of the five primary forms of God and he takes the form of a half lion/half man. Lions are often also seen in front of imperial palaces in China as symbols of protection. Courage, strength, protection
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