Inside: 53 Cute Tattoo Ideas for Teens.
Chances are, for most teens, this is your first tattoo.
Tattoos are a unique method of self-expression. And if your teen is eager to get inked with words or pictures that might or might not have any deep significance, you may want to give them some time to think about their decision before making a permanent commitment.
Tattoos are not only beautiful to look at, but also purposeful works of art that can profoundly change one’s identity or how they are perceived by others. Make a style statement and grab everyone’s attention with this awesome accessory.
Teens often need to be reminded that despite their apparent maturity, they are still very young. If you’re a teen thinking about getting a tattoo, one piece of advice we can give you is this: the smaller the better.
The size of a tattoo is not necessarily indicative of its significance or impact. When done skillfully, even the smallest tattoos can be works of art.
There are a TON of factors to think about before getting inked, though. Learn the ins and outs of getting your first tattoo, and peruse four of our favorite designs for young adults.
First Tattoo Tips
- Don’t Rush: The planning stage is crucial, closely followed by the implementation phase. Talk to your artist if you’re not completely satisfied with the look of the rough drafts. They are able to make changes to the sketch and address your concerns.
- Research the Shop:You can learn a lot about a tattoo parlor’s cleanliness, customer base, and tattoo artists by reading reviews online and then going there in person.
- Consider Placement: Getting your first tattoo is a big deal, so you might not want to get it somewhere highly visible (like your face, neck, or hands) just yet.
- Take Care of It: If you get a tattoo, just know that we take aftercare just as seriously as you do. Recovering from a tattoo is as crucial as getting one.
Tattoo Aftercare
Tattoos need to be washed and lightly oiled for the first few days after they’ve been done. This should be done anywhere from two to five times per day. It’s important to make sure the skin can breathe because fresh air helps the ink last longer. After the initial night of covering the area in plastic wrap to prevent it from sticking to your sheets, you should remove the wrap and allow the design to breathe.
Learn more about aftercare and treating your tattoo right here!
Tattoo Ideas for Teens
All right, let’s get into some cool ideas for tattoos that teenagers will find captivating. Look at some of our favorite layouts and use them as motivation for your own work.
1. Black and White Pinky Promise Tattoo
3. Small Heart on Inner Finger
5. Simple Bandaid Outline with Flowers
6. Small Outlined Butterfly Tattoo
8. Single Line Flower Tattoo Idea
9. Typewriter Text Year Design
11. Cresent Moon Tattoo on Hip
Cool Tattoos for Teens
14. Little Mountain View Design
16. “Wild” with Bundle of Flowers
22. Fingers Crossed Tattoo Design
23. Small Realistic Sunflower Tattoo
24. “Be Kind” in Small Script Font
Small Tattoo Ideas for Teenage Girl
Keeping tattoos small, especially for teens is recommended. You never know if your style will change, evolve, or grow. Here are a few of our favorite trendy small tattoo ideas for teenagers.
25. Tiny Bird Tattoo
26. Cute Small Hummingbird Tattoo Design
27. Little Fish Swimming Tattoo Idea
28. Black and White Flower Stems
29. Two Small Butterflies Tattoo
31. Simple Daisy Tattoo on Wrist
32. Detailed Dragonfly Outline
33. Small Open Book Tattoo Idea
36. Little Lightning Bold on Ankle
37. Smiley Face on Finger Idea
38. Black and White Bumblebee Tattoo
Cute Tattoos for Teens
41. Small Single Line Portrait Tattoo
43. Heart Outline on Wrist
44. Art on Chest
45. Half of a Strawberry Tattoo
46. Pink Gummy Bear Tattoo Idea
49. Tiny Red Flower Tattoo Designs
50. “Honey” Written on Ribcage
51. Small Baby Text on Back of Neck
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