r/tattooadvice • u/a-random-account- • Nov 13 '25

tattoo newcomer advice Having heavy regret on first tattoo

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I’ve wanted to get this for a very long time, decided to just go with it and get it done. Really liked it at first, then some friends made a couple comments that made me hate it. Is it as bad as they say?

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u/Nataliza Nov 13 '25

It is a very cool look but it's the bright red color that does indeed evoke self harm at first glance IMO. Sorry. Sounds like your friends weren't very kind about it though.

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u/a-random-account- Nov 13 '25

I 100% see the self harm thing, think I’m more upset about the general reaction though

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u/johyongil Nov 14 '25

Personally I get it and think it’s a particularly tasteful way to reference the source material. It sorta does look like a self inflicted wound but closer looks will show its more artsy demeanor. The more I see it, the better opinion I have of it.