What Is the Best Age to Get a Tattoo? - AuthorityTattoo (2024)

FAQs

Should I let my 15 year old son get a tattoo? ›

Don't give in to your teen's pressure if you're uncomfortable saying “yes” to a tattoo. If they're still under your care and need your permission, it's okay to say “no.” Children can be persistent, but it's important not to give in if you're not okay with it.

However, all 50 states and the District of Columbia have statutory laws requiring a person receiving a tattoo be at least 18 years old. This is partially based on the legal principle that a minor cannot enter into a legal contract or otherwise render informed consent for a procedure.

Bolder, deeper and darker linework looks better with age. Tattoos done in black or grey ink tend to hold up over time and are the least likely to fade when regularly protected and treated with care. Blackwork tattoos and Black & Grey tattoo styles have a high guarantee of aging gracefully.

“I think it's okay as long as it's alright with the parents,” says Jerard Rice. “A job opportunity might come up and you can't cover that up,” says Rashard Young. “Some kids might want them on their faces or hands and you can't cover that.” “You're not thinking in the long run; you're thinking at that moment.

Meaning of Three Dot Tattoos

Traditionally, three dot tattoos symbolize “Mi Vida Loca” or “my crazy life.” They are commonly used to represent struggle and appreciation of life. For example, three-dot tattoos can communicate an intention to move forward after unfortunate circ*mstances.

California. It is illegal to tattoo a minor. The presence or notarized consent of a parent or legal guardian is required to receive a piercing other than an ear piercing.

Tattoos are not permitted on minors in California. California law requires that a person be at least 18 years of age in order legally to get a tattoo. In fact, according to Penal Code 653 PC, it is a criminal offense to “ink” or administer a tattoo to a minor under the age of 18.

If he is over the age of consent (an adult) then there is not much you can do about it. If he is a minor then contact the tattooist and tell him/her they tattooed a minor. The tattooist should have seen your son's birth certificate if he looks young.

You might feel stinging or burning when the artist outlines or details your design. If you're getting a bony spot inked, you might feel a vibrating sensation. The most common feeling, however, is a low-grade pain that's moderate enough for you to be distracted from by talking, watching TV, or listening to music.

Can you get a tattoo at 15 with parental consent in Texas? ›

An artist may not tattoo a person younger than 18 without meeting the requirements of 25 Texas Administrative Code, §229.406(c), whose parent or guardian determines it to be in the best interest of the minor child to cover an existing tattoo.

When done properly, a tattoo should show only a slight amount of settling within the first 6 months, which is totally normal. Depending on the style, location and lifestyle, a tattoo could show some early signs of fading in as early as 2-5 years although most tattoos won't show significant fading for 10-20 years.

Lighter inks like yellows, reds, oranges, whites, and any pastel tones tend to fade a bit more quickly than darker inks. Some white inks and pastel inks have trouble lasting longer than five years. Watercolor tattoos also tend to fade faster as the ink is lightly colored and very fine.

Tattoo artists inject white ink deeper into the skin than black or colored ink. Unfortunately, white ink molecules do not hold in place well and require extreme stretching of the skin and heavy applications to be visible. As a result, white ink tattoos over ten years will become distorted and faded.

There's no such thing as too old! If you want to do it, go do it!

In the end, full disclose (to your tattooist) about age related health concerns and physician approval is key to a successful tattoo. Otherwise, there's no reason for any healthy individual, be you from the Baby Boomer generation of Generation X, to miss out on getting inked.