Imagine getting a tattoo that fades completely over time, allowing you to be as bold or risky as you like. surprise! it is possible.
welcome to the wonderful world of inner lip tattoos!
Not only do many inner lip tattoos fade in one to five years (some even weeks or months), but the location is so well hidden that many people, including celebrities, love to get more creative with this particular style. of body ink.
Before you make an appointment at your favorite tattoo parlor, there are a few things you should know about getting an inner lip tattoo:
- The risk of infection may be higher when getting a lip tattoo, as the mouth is a different part of the body that needs to be kept clean. make sure you choose your tattoo artist carefully and make sure they have not only established a solid reputation, but also work for a registered tattoo parlor with valid certificates in sight.
- while the pain threshold of each person is different, the lips tend to be sensitive. be prepared for the fact that getting a lip tattoo can hurt a lot.
- lip tattoos fade faster than most, so yours will likely require (painful) touch-ups every few years if you want. to keep it vibrant.
- In addition to possible infection, potential risks include swelling, scarring, allergic reactions (possibly anaphylaxis), and blood-borne illnesses. While studies show that only 0.02% of all negative reactions to tattoos are serious, it’s important to be aware and ask your tattoo artist what steps they take to keep you as safe as possible.
If, after reviewing our selection of inner lip tattoo designs, you decide to take the proverbial bite out of the lip tattoo apple, be sure to ask your tattoo artist for some helpful tips on how to prep your mouth in advance. to reduce the risk of infection or other negative side effects. You’ll also want to make sure you get clear and detailed aftercare instructions.
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Now that we’ve gotten past the basics, frown and get ready to be inspired…
here is our handpicked collection of the top 50 lip tattoo ideas and designs to use for inspiration when deciding what you want for your next ink.
lip tattoos inspired by your favorite celebrities…
Some of our favorite celebs to follow on instagram have jumped on the lip tattoo bandwagon. And like any trend, when celebrities with large followings adopt a new style, everyone else joins in (some celebrities even follow others, like Kendall Jenner and Ruby Rose).
1. kendall jenner— “meow”
2. ke$ha — “suck it”
3. miley cyrus — sad kitty
4. paris jackson — “motley”
5. james charles — “sisters”
6. ryland adams: cup of tea plus “”ing”
7. ethan dolan — “create”
8. grayson dolan — “grind”
9. allison green – “5150”
Watch the video with her sister below.
10. melissa marie green — “i (heart symbol) $”
11. noah cyrus — “reh”
12. madison beer — “honey”
Don’t blink or you’ll miss the quick shot in this video for his song, “home with you.”
13. justine skye — smiling face
14. zonnique pullins – “king”
15. kitty pryde — “prince$$”
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lip tattoos inspired by the words you wish you could say…
The best part about inner lip tattoos is that no one has to see them (unless you want them to). So why not say something a little outrageous, like the thought you’ve always wanted to say out loud to someone but you bite your lip? Now, when you bite your lip, you’ll know that you’re actually expressing yourself and saying how you feel.
16. kiss me
17. bite me
18. stay wild
19. shut up
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lip tattoos inspired by your favorite foods…
Hey, if you eat something regularly, why not label your mouth with it?
20. sweet
21. ice cream
22. chipotle
23. nutella
24. wad
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lip tattoos inspired by your favorite symbols…
These cute symbols ranging from passions, hobbies, and animals are the cutest addition to any lip… or so we think.
25. heart
26. smiley face (with a touch)
27. musical notes
28. broken heart
29. cross
30. diamond
31. poison logo
32. brand logo
33. skateboard
34. marijuana leaf
35. bar
36. geometric symbols
37. cupid’s arrow
38. hang up 10
39. infinity symbol
40. crown
41. kitten
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lip tattoos that are iconic and expressive with a single word…
Whether you love with all your heart, have a nickname or a favorite city, why not show it (or at least express yourself) through ink?
42. live | free
43. love
44. bo$$
45. think
46. metals
47. silence
48. reckless
49. kindness
50. Greetings
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elizabeth blasi is a travel and lifestyle writer based in new york who is often seen with a suitcase in hand, traveling to her next location. As a true digital nomad, her love of writing and romance novels means her laptop is always by her side.
