A TikTok creator from South Australia, known as @clandestine_dncr, has gained attention with her viral plea to raise the legal age for getting tattoos.
Tattooing as a Coping Mechanism at 19
At 19, she began getting tattoos as a coping mechanism for mood swings, leading to a heavily tattooed appearance over a short period. However, a decade later, she expressed strong regret and hate for the tattoos, despite once loving them.
Misconception About Tattoo Removal
She highlighted the common misconception about the ease of tattoo removal, sharing her own experience of spending eight years and a significant amount of money on removal efforts. Working in the tattoo removal industry herself, she shed light on the financial burden and painful nature of the removal process.
Advocating for a Higher Legal Age
Calling for a change in the legal age for tattoos, she advocated raising it to 21 to prevent others from making decisions they might later regret. The video sparked discussions about the age of consent for tattoos and the need for increased awareness regarding the permanence of tattoos.
Resonating with Viewers
The video resonated with many, with some suggesting even higher age limits, such as 25, when the frontal lobe is fully developed. The conversation reflects the ongoing debate about the appropriate age for consenting to tattoos, considering their permanent nature.