Finger tattoos are all the rage these days, with big-name celebrities like Hailey Bieber, Rihanna, Ariana Grande, and Kendall Jenner rocking this trend. Whether it’s Hailey’s understated dots or Rihanna’s striking Māori-inspired artwork, finger tattoos can be as subtle or as bold as you want.
You can choose to have the tattoo on top of your finger, visible to all, or on the sides for a more hidden design. But before you jump on this trend, there are a few things you should be aware of.
Finger tattoos can be quite painful, due to the lack of muscle and fat tissue between the skin and bone. Plus, your fingers are loaded with nerves, so if you’re not a fan of pain, you might want to consider getting your ink elsewhere. Furthermore, finger tattoos tend to fade quickly, meaning you’ll likely need regular touch-ups, which means more pain.
However, for many, the pain is a small price to pay for the beauty of these designs. The key is to find a design you absolutely love (we’ve got plenty of inspiration for you below), and then learn how to care for it properly.
According to New York City tattoo artist Ron Mor, the best way to care for a new tattoo is to keep it clean and moisturized. This can be a bit tricky with hand tattoos since we use our hands for just about everything, so a gentle approach is recommended.
So, are you ready to make a bold or subtle statement with a finger tattoo? The choice is yours!
