The disadvantage of tattoos on the fingers is that they fade quickly or in the worst case, disappear completely. This is why a lot of tattoo artists and studios will not recommend you to get your fingers tattooed.
The tissue on your hands and fingers is very thin and used is used almost constantly and seen as the ideal placement for pigment would be between the epidermis and dermis, the pigment on fingers will never end up in the right place and so in a sense, will keep floating around.
If you tattoo too deep the tattoo will be blurry and possibly turn into a smudge or stain over time. When you tattoo more shallow, the tattoos pigment will soon disappear. Either way, the tattoo will not last or fade in an ugly way.
It is virtually impossible for a tattoo artist to guarantee a sustainable and beautiful tattoo on fingers. Therefor, do not be disappointed when you are advised not to get your fingers tattooed. The artist, after all, speaks from experience.
Most likely, the tattoo will look quite okay in the beginning but considering the fact that most pictures you find on the internet don’t show you what they look like after the healing process, we have posted a few examples below.
You can read more about tattoos and pain-free tattooing at Pijnloos Tattoo.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Piercings Works and when are you open?
You can find us at Reguliersbreestraat 46 in Amsterdam, in the same spot for 22 years. Piercings Works has been around since 1998. We are open every day from 10:30 to 22:00, all year round.
Can I walk in for a tattoo without an appointment?
Yes, you can! Just walk in, or book your tattoo appointment here.
Do you do cover-ups?
Absolutely. Want to cover an old tattoo? Drop by and we will look at the options together. We always ask for your consent before we start.
How much does a tattoo cost?
Tattoos start from €80. The final price depends on size and design, so feel free to ask in the studio.
From what age can I get a tattoo?
We only tattoo from 18 years old.
Your tattoo by Ivor
Ivor Keserovic has been part of Piercings Works from the very beginning and has been tattooing for 10 years. He wrote the book series for the Basic Tattoo Course (in Dutch), teaching young people to tattoo and passing on his knowledge. Check out his work on Instagram, send him a message on WhatsApp (+31 6 8187 6076) or book your appointment directly.