If you are a teen and want to get a tattoo, you might be worried about your parents.In order to convince your family to allow you to get a tattoo, you need to provide a good argument for the tattoo.The safety of the tattoo, its impact on your future employment, and the location of your body tattoo are common parental concerns.Take your parents with you to the tattoo parlor and allow them to ask any remaining questions.
Step 1: You should organize your ideas.
Before you talk to your parents about getting a tattoo, make a note of your motivation and why you think they should allow it.Writing ideas down will help strengthen your argument.How long have you wanted a tattoo?You have wrestled with the decision for a long time.Your parents will be more likely to take the choice seriously.There are reasons to get a tattoo.Do you have been very responsible over the last month?Has your behavior been good?
Step 2: Choose images or words that are child-friendly.
Your parents could be influenced by the content of your potential tattoo.If you want to get a tattoo that says "hope," "love," or "peace," your parents will be more likely to approve of it.If you want your tattoo to be positive, your parents will look favorably on it.If you want a rude word tattooed on your skin or a negative image tattooed, your parents might think that's a strike against you.
Step 3: There is a conservative location for the tattoo.
It is possible that your parents will allow you to get a tattoo if the placement is not seen.On your shoulder, in between your shoulders, on your back, your lower legs, or even on the side of your abdominal area are some of the good locations.
Step 4: Give a reason why you want a tattoo.
Your parents will want to know what your reasons are for getting a tattoo.Reasons such as "My tattoo will be a daily reminder to me of something that happened in my lifetime" will show your emotional maturity and the thought you've put into the decision.If you say something like, "I want a tattoo because one of my friends got one", your parents will not be swayed.
Step 5: Explain to me that tattoos are permanent.
This is the biggest red flag for many concerned parents.Tell your parents that you want the design on your body forever.To address their questions before they even ask them, present all of the information you gathered during the research phase.Tell them why you like your design so much, perhaps it is a tribute to a loved one or an image that holds personal meaning to you.They will be able to understand why you want this on your body.Say, "I understand that this tattoo will be on my body forever."I think the design will always mean something to me.
Step 6: The tattoo shouldn't prevent you from finding a job.
Your parents may be worried that your tattoo will make it hard to get a job.Explain to them that many people with tattoos are able to find employment.If they are still worried, point out that your tattoo can be easily covered by clothing in a conservative work environment, if it is on your arms, legs, or torso.
Step 7: Allow your parents to come up with ideas.
The size, location, and subject matter of your tattoo should be taken into account by your parents.If you reach a compromise with your parents, they will allow you to get the tattoo.Say something like, "What do you think about this idea?"If you really want a visible tattoo, your parents may suggest you get it somewhere that can be covered easily if there is a time that you don't.
Step 8: Your parents will say no.
Don't become angry if your parents approve of your tattoo idea but are not swayed by your arguments.It's a good idea to wait a few months before discussing the topic again.Under the law, anyone under the age of 18 cannot get a tattoo without the written consent of a parent or legal guardian.If you are over 18 and still want a tattoo, say something like, "OK, that's not the answer that I was hoping for, but I'm still glad that we had this conversation."
Step 9: Offer to save money for a tattoo.
If your parents are concerned about the cost of your tattoo, make sure you pay the tattoo artist's fee.This will help convince your family that you are mature enough to think about the financial cost of a tattoo.If you work hard and earn money, your parents will know you want a tattoo.
Step 10: You should take your parents with you to see the studios.
Your parents will want to make sure the studio is clean and sanitary, as well as look at the artist's work to see if they do a good job and can create good looking tattoos.Make sure that the tattoo artist is experienced and professional by making sure the work they do is well done.The artist's work will likely be reviewed by your parents to make sure they know what they are doing.
Step 11: The shop has sanitary practices.
The tattoo parlor has sanitary practices.If an address is given, call or email the shop.Ask the artists how they clean their tools and dispose of needles.Your parents should be concerned about this issue.If the tattoo artists reuse needles, you could be at risk for serious illness.
Step 12: When you get a tattoo, let your parents come with you.
They are good for moral support.If you can have your family in the room with you while you get the tattoo, they will be more comfortable with it.You may need your parents with you if you need their legal consent.