Lower Back Tattoo
Design
Lower
back
tattoo
designs
are
very popular right now,
especially among females. To some, they are not so affectionally known
as a
"tramp stamp".
Notwithstanding,
those sporting a lower back
tattoo would strongly
disagree with the connotation.
Tattoos
placed in this anterior location are generally for someone else's
benefit.
Unless the
recipient's head can spin around
like an owl, the tattoo owner isn't going to be able to see the piece
of art - at
least not without the aid of a mirror. Some are affixed in the small of
the
back while others are much lower in the upper butt region.
Thanks
to low-rise jeans,
the location
preference depends on whether or not the owner wants the tattoo to be
seen by
many or few.
What type
of design is best for those wanting a lower
back tattoo? It
is limited only by the
imagination.
The
elongated, horizontal surface makes an
excellent location for a Tribal or Celtic tattoo. Many people are
familiar with
a Celtic cross – which looks similar to a Latin cross with a
ring through the
intersection of the crossbar and upright center post. Some enjoy this
type of
tattoo because of the heritage semblance while others merely think they
look
cool.
The process
of getting a lower back tattoo
is
somewhat uncomfortable.
You
should plan
on lying flat on your stomach for at least an hour. The time frame will
depend
on intricacy of the tattoo design. The artist needs a clean, hairless
surface,
so don't be alarmed if you see a razor during the preparation stage.
Equally as
important to know if you intend to get a tattoo on your lower back,
plan on
exposing a little more than your upper butt. The tattoo artist needs
room to
work and won't want to deal with underwear in the way. It'll be a full
moon
that night!
Once the
design has been transferred onto the lower back, prepare to remain
absolutely
still.
The outline
shouldn't be too painful;
however some of the fill colors may sting a bit. It is tolerable, and
will be worth
it.
Once it's
done, the design will look very red and will likely have some clear
plastic
wrap taped over the area.
That
will
ensure the pants won't endanger the new tattoo on the way home. Make
sure to follow all
after care
instructions.
Then
plan on wearing some
loose fitting pants for a few days. It
won't take long and the lower back will be transformed into a work of
art!
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