White Ink Tattoos: Pros & Cons

There are many benefits that come with white ink tattoos.

It is still a rarity to find completely white tattoos nowadays.

Despite their popularity increasing recently, a lot of people say that they have never seen a white ink tattoo before. People who go through the pain of getting a tattoo and pay money for the art want to see their piece clearly, so they choose traditional tattoo colors.

White ink makes a statement and makes for a delicate and unique tattoo all on its own.

White ink tattoos are subtle

You should choose white for a tattoo if you want one that isn't too noticeable. Because of my tattoo, I was able to check "no" on job applications that asked if I had tattoos.

As part of my design, I wanted a tattoo that was sort of just for me - a little reminder that I could look down on, a note to myself. Their appearance is generally more delicate and beautiful.

They fade into a fleshy color

White tattoos tend to fade into flesh over time, so it's a pro or a con depending how you see it. 

As I was deciding whether or not to get a tattoo, I was so concerned about whether or not I would appreciate it 20+ years down the road.

If you get a white ink tattoo, you don't have to worry about regret too much since they fade into a very subtle marking. 

My "starter" tattoo was actually quite a nice one, and I really like how it looks after eight years of fading. If you're pointed out to it, you can see it, but most people don't.

The color changes drastically

Although it sounds contradictory, white inks are very thick and light at the same time. I will describe their consistency as thick, but they have a light pigmentation.

 Because it has a transparent consistency, no matter how much ink they put on the tattoo it will never appear as bright and condensed as it would with other inks.

Thus, it changes color and adapts to your skin within just a matter of days (even a few). 

It'll never look completely white

In addition, you must know that these tattoos will never be completely white, not even the day you get them. Most tattoo artists add a bit of pink, yellow, blue, or even gray to make them have more pigment so that they last a bit longer. 

This mixture not only improves the color but also makes it a very light shade of the used color. 

Other artists outline their designs with another color first so that when they apply the white ink, the colors mix together.