Tattoo pain scale: Which areas hurt the most?

Body areas with lots of fat, tendons and muscles are often less sensitive to pain when tattooing. These include:

• Shoulder: Hardly painful, it only becomes a bit more painful in the direction of the neck and chest.
• Upper arm: Perfect for the first tattoo. Only the inside can be a bit painful.
• Forearm: Similar to the upper arm, only the inner side is a bit more painful.
• Shoulder blade: Easy to endure.
• Tibia: Opinions differ here, but in general, a tattoo is bearable here.
• Thighs: Insensitive, therefore relatively painless.

Particularly painful areas for tattoos are bony areas of the body that contain only a small amount of fat, such as:

• Armpit: This area is very sensitive and tattooing can be unbearable.
• Back: The back is perceived by some as a painful area, particularly near the spine.
• Hip: It can be uncomfortable, especially in the kidney area.
• Chest: The stinging on the sternum can be very painful.
• Calf: Tattooing your calf can be very painful.
• Joints: The crook of the arm and back of the knee are particularly sensitive, so tattooing here is very painful.
• Foot: Because of the many bones that lie close under the skin, tattooing the foot can be quite painful.

Tips on how to reduce pain during tattooing

Good preparation is important so that the pain remains as bearable as possible for you. Cream your skin regularly several days before the appointment, but not on the day of the appointment. You should also get enough sleep, drink and eat a hearty meal. An empty stomach can increase pain, while a well-rested body can help you stay calm and calm.

Refrain from coffee, alcohol and drugs before the appointment and do not go to the solarium. Intoxicated or drugged customers are generally not tattooed. Because of its blood-thinning effect, alcohol causes excessive wound water production and promotes bleeding.

If you get a tattoo, the pain can quickly become overwhelming and pull you into a so-called pain spiral. However, there are ways to counteract pain in a targeted man. It is important to remain relaxed, as cramps only increase the pain even more. The tattoo artist can help you cope better with pain management.

Breathe slowly, deeply, and calmly to calm down, lower your heartbeat, and relax muscles. Tightening and relaxing muscles can also help reduce pain during tattooing. If the pain becomes unbearable, you can always talk to your tattoo artist and take a break or split the tattoo over several sessions to avoid being overwhelmed. We would be happy to advise you on these topics. Simply book a free online and Non-binding and free initial consultation With us.