Bottomless Tattoos: A Bargain or a Big Mistake?

Tattoo artists are voicing concerns over the rise of "bottomless tattoo" events, where clients can get numerous small tattoos for a set price. This trend is reportedly devaluing the tattooing profession and leading to increased demand for tattoo removal services.

Studios offering these sessions, often advertised on social media for as little as £150 for three hours, are criticized by established artists. Chantale Coady-McCombs notes that clients often end up with regretted, poorly executed tattoos, sometimes impacting their mental health. Tanya Buxton argues that such practices encourage irresponsibility and cheapen an art form built on skill.

Specialists in tattoo removal are also seeing a growing number of clients wanting to erase these micro-tattoos. Wayne Joyce of The Reset Room explains that while micro-tattoos are indeed easier to remove due to less ink saturation and depth, many clients regret their impulsive decisions made at these events.