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Tattoo Pain Map +20 Pain Maps and Explanation

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You should at least look at the tattoo pain map before going to the salon. Having decided on such a crucial step as a tattoo, you need to carefully study the issue of possible unpleasant sensations. For some, the feeling of pain can be unbearable, and this becomes a matter of principle. But beauty requires sacrifice.

Degree of sensitivity of the areas

The feelings of each person are individual. However, many years of experience of the craftsmen made it possible to identify places more or less susceptible to the effects of a sharp needle. First of all, the sensations are affected by the presence of subcutaneous fat, as well as the accumulation of nerve endings in certain parts of the body.

Woman tattooing pain map
Woman tattooing pain map

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less sensitive

The client experiences the least amount of discomfort when drawing a pattern in the area of the calf muscles, biceps, forearm, as well as on the outer part of the thigh. The skin in these places is thick and dense. Quite large muscles are hidden under the skin layer.

That is why these places are more popular with men and women.

a large drawing on the chest

medium sensitivity

The following places on the map of the pain for tattoos they are the inner part of the calves, the middle of the thighs and the buttocks. The same category, despite the close location of the bones, includes the middle part of the back, clavicle, shoulders, as well as in the triangle area, between the neck and the shoulder blades.

There are no large clusters of nerve endings in these areas, so the pain caused is quite bearable for everyone.

the woman looks at the shoulder blade

the most painful

draw on the body It is a painful procedure, but there are places on the human body where it is very difficult to bear pain:

  • head, face, neck and pupils;
  • ribs, abdomen, groin;
  • creases at elbows and knees;
  • hands, dollyes, palms;
  • ankles, feet and inner part of the thigh.

In most of the listed places, the skin is very close to the bones, as well as in these places there are a large number of nerve endings.

a man barely suffers

In one Man

It is believed that men are more prone to pain. This is due to the fact that the fat layer is concentrated mainly on the back of the hand, as well as on the outer part of the thigh. The forearms and shoulder blades are also common areas to draw on the male body.

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pain map tattoos

nerve endings in the human body

Women

Even taking into account the fact that men are a strong half of humanity, it should be noted that women are more tolerant of pain. This manifests itself after 25 years. At the indicated age, the body of the women it is literally covered in a layer of fatty tissue, which increases the pain threshold. However, during critical days, all the nerve endings in a woman's body are stretched like a rope, and even the slightest impact will make itself felt.

Tattoo Pain Map

How to reduce pain

It is impossible to avoid feeling pain during the procedure. In order to make sure that the drawing does not turn into torture, and the end result does not disappoint the client, it is necessary to follow the recommendations of experienced tattoo artists.

Well-being and mood

For many years there has been an opinion that a tattoo is not just a drawing. Must have the meaning deeper and emotional mood. Having carefully studied all kinds of sketches, you need to choose the one that most accurately reflects your hopes and aspirations.

The next moment that will give you confidence is the choice of a salon and a teacher. … Modern technologies allow you to study reviews and see the previously completed work of the wizard. Having talked with him personally, even for a couple of minutes, you will understand for yourself whether or not you will be a client in the chosen salon.

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Being 100% sure of his actions, the client will receive a guaranteed positive result. … And from a purely psychological point of view, the pain will be felt much less.

fear in the eyes

Anesthesia

A client with a low pain threshold will be offered a numbing agent, namely ointment or spray. Its period of validity does not exceed 3-4 hours. It is not advisable to take painkillers. This can lead to low blood clotting, which can lead to poor ink engraftment into the body.

If you plan to use anesthetics, then a couple of days give up alcohol and tobacco. They can reduce the effect of the anesthetic.

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What pain is similar to when filling in a tattoo

The pain felt when filling in the outline of a tattoo is comparable to that of a wasp or bee sting, yet there is no burning sensation afterwards. Feelings at this stage are considered the most painful, because there is a point of work in progress. When the master goes to the shading procedure, the pain becomes more diffuse. If the work is done close to the bone, the client may feel severe itching.

Once the procedure is complete, a burning sensation is inevitable for any client.

This is not surprising, because the upper layer of the skin received multiple microtraumas. A careful competent can reduce discomfort in a short period of time.

The pain map of the tattoo is mandatory to study and determine the place of the future drawing. Any impact with a pointed object causes unpleasant sensations or even pain, however, any manipulation can be endured. If the client is afraid of exactly these sensations, then the master must be notified of the concerns.

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Pain Map of Tattoos Tattoos 9
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Pain Map of Tattoos Tattoos 12
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Pain Map of Tattoos Tattoos 4

The process with the anesthetic will be much easier than if the client squirms under the master's hand. .

Part 2 Tattoo pain card

Content:

1. What is the pain of a tattoo compared to?
2. Main areas of pain
3. Differences in pain threshold in women and men
4. How to reduce pain during a session?
5. What to do and what not to do before the session

Deciding to get a tattoo is not always easy. There are many factors that scare a beginner in this business, and one of the main ones is pain. Today we talk about this: is it painful to get a tattoo, how can the sensations be different in men and women, as well as how to reduce painful sensations and stress?

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TATTOO PAIN MAP 4

1- How does the pain of a tattoo compare?

Pain is one of the body's mechanisms that helps us survive. He points out that we have to cure something, repair, seek help from a doctor.

By the way, there is a rare disease in which a person does not feel pain. It would seem that this should be great, especially for lovers of tattoos and piercings, but such people do not feel fractures, symptoms of serious diseases and dangerous wounds. In general, nothing good.

The neurons in our nervous system, which are connected by a large network throughout the body, help us feel pain.It is the neurons that respond to external interference and internal problems and transmit a signal to the brain. Right now we feel pain. And the more dangerous the situation, the more acute it is.

Given the relationship between pain and the nervous system, it is logical to draw a simple conclusion: the most painful place for a tattoo is where there are the most nerve endings.

A tattoo is an extensive and superficial lesion on the surface of the skin, so it feels more like a similar type of injury: abrasions and burns. In general, is it painful to get a tattoo? If you had “asphalt sickness” in childhood, then the sensations after a knee tattoo session will return you to the past and envelop you in a pleasant (not) nostalgia for abrasions on the knees, which have healed for a long time. . time and painfully.

By the way, speaking of pain in different places: we have compiled a classification of places where it hurts to hit a tattoo, it will help you better prepare for the session. It is important to note that each organism is unique and the pain threshold may differ, so the data is very average. Mark the "sharpest" sore spots on the tattoo and take notes before the session.

2- Main Areas of Pain

High degree of pain:

Head

Especially the face, earlobes, and skull area.

Neck

Most of the front, but the rear will also have to be patient. It will also hurt in the area above the clavicles.

Chest, torso and back

Tattoos on the nipple halos, on the front ribs, and under the shoulder blades will be a nuisance

Arms

Armpits, elbows, elbows and dollrear s. Hey!

hip area

Intimate tattoos are not fun. And yes, we are talking about the most sensitive places and your immediate neighborhood.

Legs

The inner part of the thigh, the knees, the back knee and the front part of the lower part of the leg.
Tattoo Pain Map 1
Tattoo Pain Map 1

average degree of pain

 

chest and torso

Let's hold on to the collarbone and chest area.

Back

Shoulders and loin. It will take a couple of hours to get used to

hip area

Tattoos on the buttocks and just below them. It will hurt, but bearable
Stomach
On average, the tattoos of the belly they do not cause small inconvenience, but you will have to put up with it.
Arms
Prepare for moderate pain from hammering your hands and fingers
Legs
front of thigh, calf and instep. You will have to close your eyes and more than once
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Tattoo Pain Map 2

minimal pain

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Pain Map of Tattoos Tattoos 13

Head

She is also on the first list, but here we would like to point out exactly the tattoo, which is often a regular procedure for women.

Arms

Shoulders and forearms. Breathe out, it will be fine!

Lumbar region

On the sides under the ribs it will even be a little ticklish, but this is not certain.

hip area

On the sides and again, the list includes buttocks, tattoos on which for many are a mere trifle.

Legs

The lateral part of the thigh, the lateral part of the lower part of the leg, the ankles and the foot; You can also sleep during the session.

Mucous

Here we are talking about tattoos that are done in the mouth inside the lip.
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Tattoo Pain Map Tattoos 14
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Tattoo Pain Map Tattoos 15

3- Differences in pain threshold in women and men.

We live in an age of equality, but Mother Nature had completely different plans and made men and women physiologically different, therefore the tattoo pain pattern is different for them. In fact, official science cannot agree on the difference in pain thresholds in men and women, but most scientists are inclined to believe that the women's tattoo pain map has fewer "red zones" , since women still tolerate pain more easily. because her body is better prepared for it (by nature, women are destined for a more painful role in reproduction than gentlemen).

Tattoo artists note that girls tolerate tattoo sessions better. If we made the list in the previous section separately for men and women, women would have more places in the green zone. For example, the entire back and buttocks. So, we can say that the tattoo pain map for men would be more "red" than for women.

In any case, as we said above, the tattoo pain map is very individual, and you can easily meet both men and women who undergo tattoo sessions, either as a light tickle or a moderate operation.

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Pain Map of Tattoos Tattoos 16

4- How to reduce pain during a session

Before looking for a anesthetic appropriate for external use (only they can be used! No injections), do psychological preparation for the session (it doesn't matter if you are the master or the client: the master can also prepare the client for the session and calm him down): after all , they tell the truth, the devil is not so scary, as he is painted, that's why the devil, who sits on his shoulder and whispers about the hellish and unbearable pain, we command your brothers . Remember how many people with tattoos walk our planet. Most of them will say that getting tattoos is painful, but bearable and worth it at 100%. In general, less stress! Calm and good humor will be of great help during the session.

Be sure to take care of not only your moral, but also your physical: sleep well, eat well, and in no case come to a session sick. A healthy, vigorous and strong body will better withstand pain!

Carefully study the pain zones of the tattoo and remember the most unpleasant points. And finally, what should be used at the end and we would recommend this method to treat pain only for people with a very low pain threshold or for the most delicate and painful places: pain relief. They can be used where the tattoo is most painful to hit, but there are several nuances.

First of all, they interfere with work, since they “freeze” the skin, which contributes to the loss of pigment (and correction is another part of the pain), and also anesthetics distort colors. By the way, an interesting fact: pain relievers “relieve” the pain points of the tattoo only during the session, which means that when it “releases”, you will feel everything at once and even more intense and sharp, but the pain will . they last much less time than the session…

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Pain Map of Tattoos Tattoos 5
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5- What to do and what not to do before the session

In general, we have already touched on this topic in the previous part of our article. It is categorically impossible to exhaust your body morally and physically. You can not drink alcohol, as it increases bleeding and interferes with the work of the master. It is strictly forbidden to take painkillers and give painkiller injections.

Before the session, you can do what you cannot do after it - visit the solarium and exercise in moderation. But you need to relax, tune in well, sleep well and eat tasty and hearty!

Don't forget there is a tattoo pain map, read it again to arrive at your session fully armed. Good luck and don't worry! And as they say, through pain a tattoo wins a soul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tattoo Pain:

Do you get a tattoo under general anesthesia

What to do if the pain worsens during the session

Why doesn't it hurt me to get a tattoo where it hurts others

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