Cosmetology is a field that often likes to allow its providers to express creativity through their physical appearance. while standard salon wear is usually black business casual, stylists often show their creativity through hair color, styling, and sometimes makeup and nails. These days it seems that a more permanent form of creativity is showing up at cosmetologists and that is in the form of tattoos. Quite a few cosmetologists adorn themselves permanently with cosmetology tattoos these days with the common theme of displaying their passion and profession in the beauty business.
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The tattoos that are gaining popularity among hairdressers are usually the tools of the trade: scissors, hair dryers and combs. I’ve even seen a set of rollers, but to be honest they looked like a six pack of beer at first glance, so be careful if this is the direction you’re headed. barbers are also not without their fair share of work. I’ve seen more than one barber’s pole and straight razors, but also a particularly creative old-fashioned razor tattooed along the barber’s arm hinged at the elbow to make it look like the blade opened and closed. some cosmetologists have made open scissors in their hands between the thumb and forefinger, so that when they move their hands it appears that the scissors are cutting. (Beware of tattoos on hands and face: they can limit your job options because they can’t be easily covered by clothing in the workplace, so check with your employer or potential employers first.)
I haven’t seen that many tattooed makeup artists, but I have seen some old-fashioned lipstick tubes and pump bottles. I have seen an eyelash curler, which was quite unique. I’ve also seen more than one hand mirror that, when done right, can look very elegant and refined.
Another common cosmetologist tattoo for both genders is the classic pin-up girl tattoo which would look right at home on a WWII plane, although technically it has nothing to do with the profession of cosmetology. But to put a twist on the pinup tattoo and tie it in with cosmetology, tattoos can get really creative with the pinup taking the place of the girl doing her hair, holding the tools of the trade, or just putting on makeup. These are classic tattoos that never go out of style.
We think it’s great that you’re passionate enough about your profession to permanently display it through cosmetology tattoos. however, keep in mind that many salons and employers are yet to have visible tattoos in the workplace, so don’t make the decision lightly. at the end of the day, if you decide to get a tattoo, think about how you decide on a cosmetologist and apply those criteria to visit your tattoo artist: do your homework, visit him, look at his work and ask a lot of questions, because Unlike a haircut or pedicure, this job is permanent!
The author of this article, Luke Physioc, is an artist specializing in tattoos, music, and skateboarding, as well as a music critic. . photo provided by the lovely and talented casey at beauty101blog.com.
