Does it hurt to get your ear tattooed?

Does it hurt to get your ear tattooed?

Based on anecdotal evidence from experts, the pain is a 5+ on a 10-point scale. But it’s not the most painful body part to get inked.

How well do ear tattoos hold up?

Nara tells us ear tattoos are no more likely to fade than tatts in other areas, as long as they’re done correctly and looked after. We would say that the immediate aftercare might be a bit tricky as it’s tough to keep your ears dry when you’re washing your hair.

Do ear tattoos blowout?

Joel Tron, a piercer and owner of Stone Heart Body Art in Sydney, told ELLE Australia, “Specifically, in regards to ear tattooing, when you inject the ink using a needle into tissue that’s so thin, with very little dermis for the ink to reside in, what can often happen is the ink will just blow out.

How long does an ear tattoo take to heal?

A tattoo will usually take 2–4 weeks to heal. During this time, it is important people closely follow aftercare guidance to ensure their tattoo heals and to avoid complications.