There are popular areas, such as theinner wrist, the back of the arms, orthe ankle.
But if you are looking for something small and dainty, the ear might be the perfect place.
Ahead, they’ve got all the info you gotta get started.
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Ears are a tiny area and you need an artist who is skilled and comfortable with the specific area.
This is not a tattoo you’re going to want to just walk into a shop and select.
You should begin to brainstorm options that will feel appropriate in your ear.
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“Tattoo options for the ear are generally more limited than other [areas],” says McQuade.
In general, areas with more flesh hurt less.
Aftercare
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All tattoos require proper aftercare, and that rule especially applies to the ear.
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Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist in Miami, Florida.
If your artist applies a second skin bandage, that will get you through the first few days.
There’s an extra catch when it comes to healing an ear tattooyour hair.
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There’s also the matter of washing your hair.
The trouble is, your ears are an easily exposed area.
“Avoid sun exposure to prevent any sun damage to the area,” suggests Chacon.
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That’s the easiest option for the first ten days of healing you’ll experience for an ear tattoo.
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