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Thinking of getting a tattoo? Here are 5 painless alternatives to try first, from temporary ink to permanent bracelets.
Thinking of getting a tattoo? Here are 5 painless alternatives to try first, from temporary ink to permanent bracelets.
Mikhaila FrielJan 14, 2024, 03:23 IST
Henna tattoos are photographed during the Mehendi Festival in Bangladesh, left, and Insider's Mikhaila Friel gets a permanent bracelet, right.Zakir Hossain Chowdhury/NurPhoto via Getty Images, Mikhaila Friel/Insider
Getting a tattoo for the first time can be a nerve-wracking experience for some.
From potential pain to the design placement, there is a lot to consider.
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Temporary ink can help you test out different designs and styles.
A temporary Inkbox tattoo designed by @jt_tattoo.Inkbox
Similarly, tattoo markers allow you to create your own temporary design.
Inkbox's bold tip marker is photographed on a model.Inbox
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Welded bracelets will give you the feeling of permanency without the long-term commitment.
The author getting her permanent bracelet.Mikhaila Friel/Insider
Henna is a natural dye that temporarily stains the skin.
A person is photographed getting a henna tattoo in Toronto, Canada.Lance McMillan/Toronto Star via Getty Images
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And finally, piercings aren't completely painless, but it's a fun way to change up your look.
A close-up shot of Meghan Markle's earrings.Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images