Neck Tattoo Pain

Neck tattoos are gaining popularity because of their originality and visibility. But before getting a neck tattoo, it's important to remember that they are not easy to conceal, and neck tattoo pain is considerably more as compared to pain of tattoo in other areas. Everyone either has a tattoo, or wants a tattoo! What was once used as a religious symbol and then transgressed into a symbol of rebellion, is now used as a popular body art for self expression or as a fashion statement. People are getting tattoos on their shoulders, wrists, backs, necks, ankles and where not! It is estimated that about twenty percent of all the tattoos done, are neck tattoos. Neck tattoos are gaining a lot of popularity, probably because they are one of the most visible tattoos. The famous saying 'no pain, no gain' is applicable in almost all aspects of life, and tattoos are no exceptions. But many people who have got a neck tattoo believe, that neck tattoo pain is comparatively greater than other tattoo pain.

Neck Tattoos

First, let us try and understand more about neck tattoos. Neck tattoos are tattoos which are on the region just below the chin to the collarbone, along with the nape. Most neck tattoos are made on the sides of the neck or on the nape. If you are sure you want a neck tattoo, you can start with a tattoo on the nape of the neck. The nape tattoos are very popular with women, as not only is it a sensual place, but if they don't want to show it, they can easily cover it with their hair. Tattoos on the sides of the neck are not for the faint hearted. You have to be daring and not concerned with first impressions. Usually, this kind of tattoos are seen on tattoo artists or rock stars. The tattoos on the side of the neck are usually done on both sides of the neck for it to look symmetric. The front of the neck is one of the most rare places to get a tattoo. However, it is gaining popularity, especially neck tattoos that originate from the chest.

There are infinite choices of neck tattoos. The majority of those choices are feminine tattoo designs like stars, butterflies, dragonflies, tribal tattoos, floral designs and zodiac tattoos, especially for the nape.

Pain While Getting Neck Tattoo

Neck tattoos are equally notorious for the pain caused while getting them, as well as for the problems one has to face even after getting them! Neck tattoos are also called 'job blockers', as in most conservative jobs any visible tattoos are not encouraged or allowed. Many tattoo artists are not keen to do neck tattoos, especially, if a person is not heavily tattooed. Some tattoo artists also strongly advise not to get them done, by warning you about the neck tattoo pain. But if you are firm on your decision, then make sure the tattoo artist has experience in inking tattoos in such a delicate place.

Most of the people deciding on neck tattoos are always concerned about pain. The most frequently asked question is, if getting a neck tattoo is more painful than getting other tattoos. The skin on the back of the neck is thinner as compared to other parts, and it is closer to the bone with very little padding of fat and muscle in between. Hence, the pain involved in neck tattoos is much more than other tattoos. However, it totally depends on the individual and his pain threshold.

The other factor to consider is the healing time needed. Unlike other tattoos, which usually heal in about three weeks, neck tattoos take a lot longer. The reason being, the continuous motion of the head results in friction, thus, delaying healing and causing the tattoo to scab quickly. So sometimes, it becomes necessary to re-ink the tattoo for covering those areas which, of course, adds to the pain.

Author: Kritika Parwani