Should 18 year olds get tattoos?

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 crime to “ink” or administer a tattoo to a minor under the age of 18.

Why you shouldn’t get a tattoo as a teen?

Side effects of contaminated ink may include a possible allergic reaction to ink, scarring, redness, swelling, skin irritation and fatal blood infections. If this information makes your skin crawl, then there’s more negative impacts tattoos have. Tattoos could also be a problem when applying for a job.

Should I let my 16 year old son get a tattoo?

If my child asked, I’d advise them to wait until they were 18 and go to a licensed place whose work they’ve seen and found to be of very high quality. I would also advise them to get a tattoo where it can be easily covered, since it is frowned upon in many contexts, including ones that can affect a person’s employment.

How do you tell an 18 year old they can’t get a tattoo?

There’s no point in telling an 18-year-old they can’t get a tattoo. You can point out why you think a tattoo is a bad idea if that’s your stance. They aren’t likely to care.

How can I prevent my Tattoo from fading?

Time has a similar effect on all tattoos, but there are definitely steps you can take to mitigate fading and bleeding. The key is sunscreen. (See what I did there? The key? And it’s a tattoo of a key?) If you want to keep your tattoo from fading, apply sunscreen over it every single time it’s going to be exposed to the sun.

What should I do if my Tattoo is itchy?

Rash of itchy, red, and painful bumps develop within the tattoo Take action: If you have any signs or symptoms of an infection, see your doctor or a board-certified dermatologist right away. The sooner treatment is started, the less damage it can do to your health and your tattoo.

Can you be allergic to a tattoo after 17 years?

Seventeen years after getting this tattoo, a woman developed an allergic reaction to the red ink. When it’s likely to appear: You can develop an allergic reaction at any time. It can happen: Some people develop an allergic reaction after having a medical treatment.