Getting Your FIRST Tattoo | TIPS I wish I knew BEFORE STARTING

Being prepared for your first tattoo super important, I wish I had know everything in this video before I got my first tattoo. Would have saved me some regret.
In today's video I go over the steps you should take when getting your FIRST tattoo. From age, the idea, to choosing an artist, preparing yourself physically/mentally, the pain, getting the tattoo and finally the aftercare. These are from my personal experiences, things that I've learned and I realize now. I wish I would have known all these tips because it would have, without a doubt, made my first tattoos and the next few after that much much better.
📸 Follow JustINKD on Instagram: / justinkd_tatts
--------- --------- --------- ---------
🔷 GET 20% OFF ALL Saniderm Products Using code "JUSTINKD20” at checkout www.saniderm.com/?ref=bb-zweywx (This is one of the BEST discount codes available) Saniderm is ONE OF THE BEST BRANDS for the AFTERCARE & HEALING OF A NEW TATTOO and I back them completely as i’ve been using their products for over 4+ years now 🔷
🪒🍒 Use code "INKED" at www.manscaped.com/ to GET 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING AND JOIN ME along with MILLIONS of other men worldwide that LOVE USING MANSCAPED!! Keep your BALLS, TATTOOS & BEARD ALL LOOKING THEIR BEST with Manscaped’s whole line of tools! I GUARANTEE YOU’LL LOVE THEM.
🔎 JustINKD Amazon Store. FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR TATTOOS & CONTENT CREATION HERE: www.amazon.com/shop/justinkd
👕 Like My Graphic T-SHIRT? SAVE 10% OFF using code “JustINKD” at intotheam.com/JUSTINKD
✒️ Record your tattoo journey in a special way with “My tattoo Shirt”: justinkd.creator-spring.com/l...
--------- Other videos to watch: ---------
- GETTING MY HEAD TATTOOED + MY Family’s Reaction: • GETTING MY HEAD TATTOO...
- My $60,000+ TATTOO TOUR (2022 update): • My 2022 Tattoo Tour ha...
- FINISHING MY FULL DINOSAUR BACK PIECE • FINALLY Completing My ...
- “Ruining” my life & GETTING my HAND tatted: • "RUINING" My LIFE & FU...
- My most PAINFUL tattoo to date.. the FOOT: • My MOST PAINFUL TATTOO...
- Disappointing my Dad with My 2nd HAND Tattoo: • Disappointing my Dad b...
- When you’ll actually get your Design from the tattoo artist: • When You’ll ACTUALLY G...
- WHY your artist NEVER POSTED your New Tattoo: • WHY YOUR ARTIST NEVER ...
- Artist EXPOSE the Most PAINFUL Areas to get Tattooed: • Tattoo Artists EXPOSE ...
- 10 Misconceptions About Tattoo Artists: • 10 Misconceptions that...
- NEW TATTOO FULL AFTERCARE Playlist: • Tattoo Aftercare
- REACTING to my subscribers “GOOD” & “BAD” Tattoos: • Reacting to SUBSCRIBER...
--------- --------- --------- ---------
🔎 JustINKD Amazon Storefront, FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED HERE: www.amazon.com/shop/justinkd
🧑🏻‍💻Links to main products I Approve & Recommend for Tattoo AFTERCARE:
Hustle Butter Deluxe 5oz balm amzn.to/3F3HiSF
Hustle Butter Bubbles FOAM Soap amzn.to/3ykluy4
3M Tegaderm Second skin (11yd Roll): amzn.to/3iKxYrm
Saniderm Tattoo Aftercare Bandage: amzn.to/3F3mc6D
Saniderm Foaming Soap: amzn.to/3JiSgpC
Sanibalm Tattoo Aftercare Balm: amzn.to/3yiE5Le
Dove Unscented Soap amzn.to/2PQ7Xbr
Lubriderm Unscented Moisture amzn.to/3kLCdlS
Aveeno Baby Moisturizing Lotion amzn.to/3ZMpaoc
Sleek Ink Vivid Tattoo Oil: amzn.to/3IVuHlp
Tattoo Goo Tattoo Balm: amzn.to/3kSOx94
Viking Revolution Tattoo Care Balm: amzn.to/3ST0oAi
AQUAPHOR Healing Ointment 14oz amzn.to/3iFrqYE
AQUAPHOR Ointment Body Spray 3.7oz amzn.to/3rjzBAC
**Some links may be affiliated links, meaning I earn a small commission when you make a purchase but at no cost to you. Thank you as this helps support the channel 🙏🏼

Пікірлер: 359

  • @justinkd
    @justinkd4 жыл бұрын

    Lets hear your FIRST tattoo experience! What did you get and Where did you get it?? 👌

  • @eniolaolumiluatv2338

    @eniolaolumiluatv2338

    4 жыл бұрын

    What's your take on putting a tattoo over a thinned skin(stretch marks)?

  • @bomoore9872

    @bomoore9872

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yesterday, forearm, ellies tattoo from tlou pt2. Honestly it wasnt that bad through out just like an intense scratching and burning but after care was the worse

  • @bomoore9872

    @bomoore9872

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@eniolaolumiluatv2338 its definitely stretches a bit more in those areas. But a licensed artist can get around that. It may be a bit more sensitive in those areas. And can be inflammed more easily. But it doesnt mean it will hurt based on your pain tolerance its just gonna look a bit worse for a while. And if your artist doesnt put in deep color and do multiple passes it could fade more easily but stretch marks are kinda like scars. so they'll always be visible

  • @TJ-vt6rt

    @TJ-vt6rt

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's funny you say that. I waited around 10 years to get a quote tattooed on me but it was only after my mum died around 6 years ago that I went for it. I got a tattoo for my mum across my left chest area and then the quote put on my inner forearm which has since been covered up and put on my the other arm. I didn't regret the quote, I just made a mistake with the font which after a few years started to blur into a blob. The two tattoos were less than an hour but yikes, I was unprepared for the aftermath of how I would feel. I prepare a lot better nowadays.

  • @tylerdarroch5512

    @tylerdarroch5512

    3 жыл бұрын

    Im planning on getting my families coat of arms on my chest as a first tattoo

  • @OpenWorldGirlMR
    @OpenWorldGirlMR3 жыл бұрын

    I’m finally getting my first tattoo on Friday. I’ve been thinking about everything I want for the last 3 years. I’m ready to get covered.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    Going to be an amazing experience!!! Hope it goes well!! 🙌🏼👊🏼

  • @Akeirbuah

    @Akeirbuah

    3 жыл бұрын

    Did it go well

  • @nickeckert7283

    @nickeckert7283

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Akeirbuah now I'm curious

  • @kiwi-ri1oi

    @kiwi-ri1oi

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nickeckert7283 ong

  • @matthewreams4345

    @matthewreams4345

    8 ай бұрын

    Can I get an update?

  • @abigabi9368
    @abigabi9368 Жыл бұрын

    I’m getting my first tattoo tomorrow, and I’m so excited! I’ve been thinking about different ideas and placements for over a year now. I landed on getting a safety pin around a scar I have on my shoulder, so it looks like it’s going through the scar! I found the idea while reading and it stuck! I’m hoping to get more tattoos in the future with more meaningful things, but this really felt like a great starting point for me! Edit: I got it! It didn’t hurt that bad at all and so far it’s not bad of a healing process. I already have ideas for future tattoos!

  • @Storm-lj2nq

    @Storm-lj2nq

    25 күн бұрын

    How was the pain

  • @abigabi9368

    @abigabi9368

    25 күн бұрын

    @@Storm-lj2nq i had heard it being compared to cat scratches but it actually hurt less way less than that. It stung a bit whenever she had to go over certain areas multiple times, but nothing too crazy. I plan on trying to get a spine tattoo sometime in the near future, even though I’ve heard that it hurts like a b*tch because of the placement

  • @blazingkatz9555
    @blazingkatz95553 жыл бұрын

    Im getting my first tattoo on the 10th of February and im 19 and i was really scared and nervous to get my tattoo and these videos help me to calm down and get ready to get the tattoo. I'm so glad that you make these videos ^-^. I did a lot of research and i found a great artist who can do my tattoo. The place im getting it at is on my wrist and its gonna be a wolf tattoo. After watching this video i have found my courage and now im ready to go get my tattoo thank you so much!

  • @user-ef9vs3ik5l
    @user-ef9vs3ik5l2 жыл бұрын

    Watched so many of your videos & finally got my first tattoo last week after sitting on it for 10 years! It feels so surreal and I’m so happy to finally get started. I’ve only ever had 5 planned so I’m glad I found the perfect artist for my first piece :) and you’re right.. I was planning the placement on my second while getting tatted for my first lol!

  • @josephcollins6283
    @josephcollins62833 жыл бұрын

    I got my first tattoo on my ribcage. I was 14, I got done in a studio, my parents didn’t want me to get it, I went behind her back and went with my friends mom. My tattoo is “hey mom, love you!” On my ribcage and it’s huge. I’m 24 and I still love it and I have one arm sleeve and more tattoos. I have no regret

  • @PunchDrunk-NYCKid
    @PunchDrunk-NYCKidАй бұрын

    First tattoo at age 58 in February of 2024. Inner thigh, knee to crotch, a tiger rampant on a stone and bamboo background. First ten days of healing was painful and annoying. Love it, healed well and looks great.

  • @orangelo4579
    @orangelo4579 Жыл бұрын

    I'm getting my first tattoo on the 21st! I trust my artist and we've talked about it for a month or two, I've had the idea for around a year. It's a flower to honor my grandfather. The tips are very much appreciated, I've been reading and watching everything I can to prepare for it. I am nervous but I know the pain is temporary :] I'm sure my artist will make it look wonderful, he's tattooed my brother and uncle before and theirs are great.

  • @Jmalicdin
    @Jmalicdin2 ай бұрын

    Preparing for my first tattoo which is essentially a full outer sleeve and this really helped. I’m excited for it

  • @bramverhees755
    @bramverhees75519 күн бұрын

    3:51 “you should always start off on the right foot”. But I wanted to start on the left shoulder!

  • @0l1mp37
    @0l1mp372 жыл бұрын

    Just got my first tattoo about 5 days ago: 2 pieces on my right thigh, 11 centimeters length, 7 centimeters width each. 3 hours of work, the last 30 minutes were rough but I got through it, I did put a lot of meaning for my tattoos ( I have lots of tattoo in mind but I wanted to get those first). I searched for my artist in the city I live in, wanted someone polyvalent, that does lots of personal projects with different styles that I liked because I had the idea but not the design in mind so I gave my tattoo artist lots of trust and she did the designs I loved! Was worth the trust. Also, on how I handled the pain: I was either listening to the music playing in the background or focusing on the needles, alternating both through the 3 hours.

  • @felixcamiro5278
    @felixcamiro52784 жыл бұрын

    Just got my first tattoo it was a full chest piece , love all you’re videos . All your videos have helped me out a ton plus I’m already in the works for my sleeve . Cant wait to see wait you have in store for us keep up the great work bro .

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    First tattoo and it's a whole chest piece 👏👏 damn that's intense. And thank you hope you enjoy them and they help you out 👊🏼

  • @strawhatpirates4
    @strawhatpirates43 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for preparing me bc I binged watched you before getting one. I got my first tattoo a day ago. I won’t sugar coat, this hurt bad like really bad. Felt like a hot nail dragging across my skin deep. And I got it in one of the less sensitive areas. Although it hurt I’m DEFINITELY getting a few more, maybe with numbing cream but definitely getting more tattoos. The outcome outweighs the pain but I wasn’t expecting it to be THAT bad but it looks beautiful😍😩I don’t know how you can get the beautiful detailed art that you have but you’re extremely strong to withstand that. Anyways thank you for showing the after care, you’ve been very helpful ❤️

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and glad I was able to help 🙋🏼‍♀️🙏🏼

  • @gauravscorpio
    @gauravscorpio Жыл бұрын

    Hi Justin, First of all thank you so much for creating amazing education videos on tattoos and providing helpful information and sharing your experiences, It is really helpful!! I have been following your videos for sometime after I booked my tattoo artist and was waiting for my first of many tattoos as part of my arm sleeve to be done. This week i have had 2 sessions and I am very pleased with the results so far, as I had invested a good amount of time deciding the tattooss, looking for the best available black and grey realism tattoo artist here in Dublin, Ireland and then finally getting it done. So excited for the future tattoos. I wanted to share my regards to you so Cheers Mate!

  • @nerd_universe
    @nerd_universe3 жыл бұрын

    I really like your mindset, very honest and also comprehendable. Thank you!

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 👊🏼

  • @doseofryza2695
    @doseofryza26953 жыл бұрын

    First tattoo a week ago, start to my arm sleeve. Managed to get my whole forearm done in a 7 hour session. Clocks/roses, hour glass etc in memory of a loved one :)

  • @akahina
    @akahina4 жыл бұрын

    I got my first tattoo on Maui in 1994, a smallish Hawai'ian design made of simple rows of triangles, I was 40 and nobody had "body art" at the time. (I nearly passed out from anticipation.) I did design research for years before I stepped in so I knew the styles well. Your advice is good, but I would add that you must simply relax into the pain and breathe. The pain will be more bearable when your endorphins kick in. Knowing some meditation techniques helps me. Never use alcohol, it thins the blood. A good artist will not tattoo the inebriated. Bigger is better. A good tattoo is not cheap and a cheap tattoo is not good. Plan on getting more and make sure any design has some opening that can be tied into your next possible piece. Trust your artist, which means get to know your artist and their work. Never get tattooed on a whim. It's ok to be a blank. LOL

  • @TheCkhutton12

    @TheCkhutton12

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great advice. I’m using everything but my right leg for big connected prices that flow... traditional Japanese, and then with my right leg I’m using to get a bit of every style.. new school, pinup, American traditional etc

  • @markstero7063

    @markstero7063

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wdym on a whim?

  • @akahina

    @akahina

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@markstero7063 Spir of the moment. Plan your tattoos. Don't walk in a shop and get something stupid that you will regret.

  • @markstero7063

    @markstero7063

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@akahina oh ok ty

  • @charleelakebean
    @charleelakebean2 жыл бұрын

    I got my first tattoo today! It's in memory of my dad! Not had it long but it's the best decision ever!! I love it! The tattoo is above the inside of the fold of the elbow

  • @stevemich8705
    @stevemich87053 жыл бұрын

    Hey Justin, I have to say your videos are very helpful. I'm getting my first tattoo on my foreman in 3 weeks of a guardian angel and I'm so excited and I've wanted it since I got into a car accident. Thanks for the helpful videos

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad I was able to help! Get ready your excitement only builds up as it gets closer! And sorry to hear about the accident! Hope all is well now 🙏🏼

  • @Creepergirl625
    @Creepergirl6253 жыл бұрын

    i've had my idea of the tattoo i want for years. It is so meaningful to me and i can't wait to get it done someday

  • @Biting_bullets25
    @Biting_bullets25 Жыл бұрын

    Im gonna get one for my 18th birthday and I’ve been doing research for years now and i found the best artist in my state im so excited

  • @Solo_bad
    @Solo_bad6 күн бұрын

    I’m 27 years old and I’m getting my first one today. It had to have meaning for me and I just lost my grandma so she’s definitely more than qualified ❤. I’m excited

  • @MzzCudi
    @MzzCudi3 жыл бұрын

    I went to get my first tattoo on the day of my 18th birthday 🎉 I got “Que sera, sera” on the top of my shoulder which people advised against due to the potential pain. I did not feel it was too bad and it likely helped with future tattoos and being able to determine pain levels. Thinking back almost 8 years now I definitely still love the tattoo and it’s placement despite it being a relatively cliche tattoo at this point. But it looks really good still so I’m happy!

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    As long as you’re happy with it that’s all that matters. So many of us have cliche tattoos 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @katdelghingaro4636
    @katdelghingaro46362 жыл бұрын

    One of my first tattoo's was near my collar bone, most of it was on my chest but there was a small part on my collar bone, and now I know I can get through a lot for tattooing since I was able to get it done there.

  • @peewee6187
    @peewee61873 жыл бұрын

    Great video just got my outside forearm done from wrist to elbow and i planned my tattoo for about a year and got all my ideas together before i went for my first session. Also listen to research! My first couple tattoos were cheap from someones house which are the ones i regret!

  • @OndreaLewis
    @OndreaLewis3 жыл бұрын

    I just got my first tattoo today for my 45th birthday. I got it on my left shoulder/ upper arm. It's Prov. 11:16 A KINDHEARTED WOMAN GAINS HONOR with a sunflower above it. My artist was amazing. He made my first time very comfortable. Thank you for your info.

  • @lailazuniga4445
    @lailazuniga44454 жыл бұрын

    I got a compass- And I’ve been wanting it for 2 years and I love it. It’s on my bicep/shoulder. It’s my palm sized.

  • @jaysonmendez9364
    @jaysonmendez936424 күн бұрын

    Getting my first tattoo in 2 weeks ! Appreciate the video !

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    17 күн бұрын

    Good luck!! And come back to let me and everyone else know how it went for your first time 🙋🏼‍♀️👊🏼

  • @hannahprine7905
    @hannahprine79053 жыл бұрын

    I just got my first tattoo today. It’s a nerd tribal design mixed from different symbols (fairy tail, nightwing, binary code, enochian, shinedown, yin&yang, constellations, and some family details. I had been redrawing and redesigning it for 5 years. I was happy with the final design for the last 2 years. Today my close friends chipped in to help me get my first tattoo as a Christmas present for me. It’s on my left upper arm and is approximately 5x7 inches big. My artist did classic and hard rock themed work. He made me so comfortable I forgot about my music and had to tell him to stop making me laugh. I can’t wait to post pictures and reviews once it heals in a few days.

  • @parzival8331

    @parzival8331

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nightwing? As in wings of fire.

  • @heythere9707

    @heythere9707

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@parzival8331 I think (based on the nerd comment he made), he means Dick Grayson, Batman’s first robin’s secondary persona

  • @jenniferjuhl6786
    @jenniferjuhl67862 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo was a half sleeve on my upper right arm. Right now it's a hand holding a semi truck with writing that says keep me safe get me home. When it's all done it will have rays of light shining down on it along with some signs that show where I'm from (which is Illinois).

  • @Yooniversse
    @Yooniversse3 жыл бұрын

    yooooo bro im a little late but your videos are sick, never heard such a factual statement when you said I would be thinking about my next tattoo while sitting in the chair. Exactly what I did and I still only hve one but ive been planning some for my whole body, long journey ahead

  • @somesortofdeliciousbiscuit3704
    @somesortofdeliciousbiscuit37046 ай бұрын

    My first was upper arm and a fractal set in dotwork. NOw it is a full sleeve and down through armpit and ribs. Now I have a full colour fractal piece on other armpit/ribs. Can't stop getting my sleeve fiddled with but that's the beauty of dotwork/tattoos! I was 40 when I got mine having sat on it for 20-odd years.

  • @clarkebrazofsky9558
    @clarkebrazofsky95582 жыл бұрын

    This was so helpful thank you so much

  • @Gigi-cf9jh
    @Gigi-cf9jh5 ай бұрын

    Hey , Thank you for your Advice I am getting my first Tattoo on Friday. I am so nervous 💖

  • @rahultripura6829
    @rahultripura68293 жыл бұрын

    This is the best suggestion bro. I haven’t got one but you opened my eyes on thinking about 6-7 months on that idea❤️

  • @yunglust6652

    @yunglust6652

    3 жыл бұрын

    Come to a decision yet bro?

  • @alanbuchanan2667

    @alanbuchanan2667

    3 жыл бұрын

    I remember thinking about the one I'm getting next week for like 3 or 4 years

  • @StevesCreative
    @StevesCreativeАй бұрын

    Great info! I’m getting my first tattoo this week. My brother and my dog both passed away recently so I’m getting my dogs paw print on my forearm, the same place my brother had his only tattoo

  • @kianlynch2772
    @kianlynch2772 Жыл бұрын

    I just got my first tattoo a couple hours ago, I had it on my forearm. The best way I can describe the feeling, getting it did was like a crazy vibration but now it’s like stinging nettles

  • @vanessahunt586
    @vanessahunt5862 жыл бұрын

    Hey,I started kicking around ideas for ages,took me so long.I then started looking at tattooists near me (I live in small town nz), I didn't really like them.Then a tattooist moved into town,so checked out website & loved it. Once I got my idea sorted,I contacted him & got it done.This was only a few years ago, I now have 5!! I 💖💖💖 all my tattoos, show them off every chance I get & totally agree with you,so addictive 🤘🤘 Rick at Inkster tattoo in new Zealand is awesome 🤘🤘

  • @anthonyzacchino9188
    @anthonyzacchino91883 ай бұрын

    My first tattoo was a guardian angel sword on my arm. I had to get touched up after, it didn’t come out that great but after it got touched up by a way better artist it came out amazing! You are so right with finding the right artist. I only have one now and she’s amazing. She’s the one that touched up my arm and she put a portrait of my dog on me which is an American bully in color and it came out great!!

  • @hana_skywalker
    @hana_skywalker3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video, thank you very much for the advice. I'm getting my first tattoo this Thursday. It's going to be the Jedi Order symbol with a very pretty design, on my left inner forearm. I'm very excited about it and also a little nervous, but I think I've done my homework. :P

  • @dojome2145

    @dojome2145

    2 жыл бұрын

    How'd it end up going? I recently got the Borderlands Vault symbol in the same spot.

  • @itssha4202
    @itssha42023 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo I was 15 and it’s a hamsa hand on my thigh with a realism green eye within it and some jewellery looking stuff dangling from it . I still love it and the meaning behind hamsa hands and the link with spirituality the only thing is my aftercare wasn’t the best and went out into the sun in shorts a few days after getting it done :/

  • @Thereal4NG3L
    @Thereal4NG3L10 ай бұрын

    First tattoo tmr, lowkey nervous but these videos help a lot

  • @cegan5007
    @cegan5007 Жыл бұрын

    Getting my first in a few days can't wait I'm 19 been saving to get one since before I was 18

  • @ethanbulmer1889
    @ethanbulmer18893 жыл бұрын

    First tattoo was the slipknot logo when I was 16 on my forearm. It's a good like 7 inches. It looks good and all but I'm probably gonna get it covered with a big viking sleeve in the near future

  • @LeeBartlett99
    @LeeBartlett993 жыл бұрын

    my first tattoo was on my forearm and it consists of a lion face with an african tree, sun and shadow of a lion and a cub in the background. Im getting my half sleeve finished on Friday with a leopard and an elephant.

  • @KibaSakuraLove
    @KibaSakuraLove Жыл бұрын

    "sit on an idea for 3-6 months" Perfect, I have been sitting on most elements of the tattoo for almost 3 years, now I'm touching up the gaps - I will be getting my first tattoo in around 5 months. I have never once thought that I'd regret any of it

  • @perryplayz21
    @perryplayz21 Жыл бұрын

    I'm finally getting my first tattoo today I'm so excited!!! My mom just said no neck tattoos or face tattoos when I just want sleeves and quotes lol

  • @LordGhost.
    @LordGhost.2 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo was a military compass at 18 on my shoulder about the size of a tennis ball, probably smaller. It’s for the day when I did my military service in my country because it’s compulsory here. But that’s the meaning behind it. I’ve been thinking about getting it for about a year or so

  • @ablair33556
    @ablair335564 жыл бұрын

    Tuesday I got a half sleeve (lower arm) and I’m already thinking about my next one 🤣🤣. Thank you for the tips !! I didn’t sleep the night before because I was nervous and now I have to come back next month for her to finish the shading , I got a bit shaky and I’m sure it’s because I didn’t sleep at all the night before. So definitely get a good nights rest !

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    That’s awesome to hear. And I’d definitely say a good sleep helps ALOT I’ve had sessions where I got barley any sleep and it’s an unpleasant experience

  • @ovotal
    @ovotal3 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo was 7 months ago and I almost passed out. It was on the wrist area and the pain was way worst than I expected. I wanted to do that tattoo since I was 12 years old, I usted to draw the tattoo on the spot i wanted it with sharpie and I got it real donde until I was 20. I have to admit that for a small time, I kinda regret it a little bit, not for the design or the quality (which both are excellent) but I kinda overthought the idea of having something forever and ever. I had that thought for like 2 weeks and now I just love it, I just appreciate it so much. My biggest advice would be, find a GOOD artist. Even if it’s a small design, try to make it with a great artist even if you think it’s a little bit expensive. Tattoos are art that is gonna go with you to the other life. A lot of friends have been tattooing with inexperienced and first beginners artists and the quality it’s just awful. The whole process of healing and even when it peels of, it looks terrible. Hopefully my next tattoo can be a full sleeve 🤞🏻

  • @jessebond562
    @jessebond562 Жыл бұрын

    Looking at this for to send to my kid brother and yes 100% to all but especially that while youre getting inked thinking of the next

  • @ganeshramcharran1255
    @ganeshramcharran12553 жыл бұрын

    Getting my first geometric pointillism lighthouse tattoo on my left thigh today... hope these videos help me out!

  • @xander396
    @xander3964 жыл бұрын

    I found you because of your laser printer tattoo video. I was hoping you would cover another method. If you have an Ink printer you can do this: 1. Put scotch packing tape on the part of paper you’re going to print on. 2. Rub a glue stick over the packing tape 3. Print your design over the tape and glue 4. Apply it to your skin and put light pressure for a few seconds And you’ll get a temporary tattoo that I think is better than the laser printer ones.

  • @LunarLapis
    @LunarLapis Жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo was a thigh piece which fills the front of my left thigh. It's a skull with snails, a frog, a bunch of wild plantlife, mushrooms etc. I love it so much. I'm getting my second tattoo on Monday and it will be on my inner fore arm.

  • @pepejuan2924
    @pepejuan29242 жыл бұрын

    Your tattoo is super badass thanks for posting 👍

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you brother 🙏🏼

  • @mulletdxddy2098
    @mulletdxddy20983 жыл бұрын

    I’m currently watching this on a flight to London to get my first tattoo tomorrow! I’m getting a hannya mask on my calf! Thanks for the great advice dude :)

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    GOODLUCK BRO! Hope I was able to help out! Who’s the artist you’re going with!?

  • @mulletdxddy2098

    @mulletdxddy2098

    3 жыл бұрын

    JustINKD thank you! It went great! the artist is @fraross_tattoo8 on Instagram and his most recent post is mine!

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    Just checked him out. Sick tattoo! Very unique and different 👌🏼👊🏼

  • @kavi400
    @kavi4004 жыл бұрын

    Helped me a lot. Thank uuuu very much justin. Love from punjab India.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome bro 🙏🏼

  • @dannydemonic4799
    @dannydemonic47993 жыл бұрын

    The one I feel is helpful is numbing cream. It doesn’t make it painless but does kind of cut down the hot soldering iron feeling in the rough spots. It gets me through my wrist and places like that. I don’t see it as a defeat. It works and doesn’t affect my tattoo and just takes the bite out of it a bit so I can get work done without giving up too soon.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    I‘kk agree with this. My artist used it on me and I think it was able to help abit, definitely doesn’t stop the pain or make it fo away completely but it did seem to help abit.. or could have just been my mind and the placebo effect

  • @FlaminYawng
    @FlaminYawng16 күн бұрын

    Tomorrow 10am sharp I’m getting a small piece on my chest at the same time as my dad is getting something different, pretty excited but a bit nervous!

  • @garethwilliams9545
    @garethwilliams95457 ай бұрын

    Some great advice there. I’m getting my first tattoo next month at the ripe age of 34. I’m having a Pikachu on my calf, I chose that one because Pokemon represents my childhood and brings back memories of the simpler times.

  • @goncaloleite9869
    @goncaloleite98692 жыл бұрын

    Hey man. Firstly I want to say that your channel is helping me a lot! I'm from Portugal, I'm getting my first tattoo in September and I'm very nervous. I want to ask you this: the tattoo that I want to do hasn't got some specific meaning, I just really liked it for years and I always said that it would be my first tattoo. It's two simple stripes on my lower forearm. Do you think that I shouldn't do it because it has no strong meaning? I would really appreciate your help because I can't stop thinking about this :/

  • @cj_music23
    @cj_music232 жыл бұрын

    I get my first tattoo today, I'm getting a tree and my good friends name/date of death underneath it. He passed away last summer and I've wanted to do this for months now, I think this'll be a good way to remember him and be able to show others his legacy

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    2 жыл бұрын

    Goodluck with your first tattoo and I’m sorry to hear about your friend. Commemorating then by doing that is something great and I’m sure he’s happy too 🙏🏼

  • @FantasticFe-lions
    @FantasticFe-lions Жыл бұрын

    I got a pin up girl with a sailor hat dangled off her foot in college on my right hip. I’m about to get one on my forearm tomorrow of a mountain and the quote “don’t let the hard days win. Only you decide what breaks you.”

  • @420moblunts
    @420moblunts3 жыл бұрын

    Getting a 4x8 portrait of Marcus Aurelius on my left shoulder in 2 hours! First tattoo, excited.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    OUUU that sounds like an awesome first tattoo 👌🏼👌🏼

  • @jackbenham8852
    @jackbenham88524 жыл бұрын

    Another good vid! When is this next tat coming bro?

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you bro and Soon 😉

  • @mishoshamara2286
    @mishoshamara22862 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo will be after a week from now, the whole sleeve😁. I hope i would not regret after it.

  • @eadolos5391
    @eadolos5391 Жыл бұрын

    I’m getting mines today I took a long ass nap yesterday so I couldn’t even sleep I’m alr fcking up but it’s good ima still get through it

  • @trishameloling2367
    @trishameloling23673 жыл бұрын

    I waited 2 years bc I had some medical concerns which I couldn't get a tattoo in that time. So two years later I'm getting it which is Tomorrow! 😳

  • @dilara5739

    @dilara5739

    3 жыл бұрын

    How did it go? I also waited for 2 years and my appointment is 2 days later, so exciteddd

  • @curiousitykilledthecat9933
    @curiousitykilledthecat99333 ай бұрын

    Getting my first tattoo next week and I’m so excited but super scared

  • @V2Vids
    @V2Vids3 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo was in my lip. A small one on the side of my wrist. Now I'm in the process of an artist drawing a half sleeve. Not gonna lie I am a little nervous. Any advice? Also my half sleeve design means a lot to me.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    You’ll always be nervous when getting a tattoo, I still do and look at how many I have. Just have to make sure you’re prepared, have a. If meal, get a good sleep and bring lots of snack& distractions

  • @adriataylor7534
    @adriataylor7534 Жыл бұрын

    I got two i am planning on getting (black rose and a Geometric Watercolor Sagittarius arrow tattoo) but cause i am being very picky and particular about them, as they do have a significant meaning to me may be i should hold off on them for a while and let it work itself out instead of forcing it. I'm not regretting it, just think i should take a bit more time on those two and go for another tattoo style i like, may be a small Ornamental tattoo over my two black rose and geometric tattoo to start out with.

  • @_WaRGoD
    @_WaRGoD4 жыл бұрын

    nice video bro very informative. A video idea I would like to see from you is top 5 or top 10 best tattoos you've ever seen and the artist that did them! (:

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    That's actually an amazing idea!!! 🙏🏼

  • @_WaRGoD

    @_WaRGoD

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@justinkd would be cool bro ! 💪

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    Forsure! Thanks for the idea!!

  • @brettpatrickmueller
    @brettpatrickmueller3 жыл бұрын

    JustINKD! love the channel man! i'm so excited for my first tattoo.. big spartan/parthenon surrealism piece for my right shoulder. artist said it will be a full day sesh, so i'm kinda nervous for how long it may take, but really excited to endure the pain & see the result. i'm worried for how ill be like 6 hours in lol.. i'm also anemic so i'm trying to make damn sure I don't pass out due to a silly imbalance like 5 hours in. Maybe he will let me take the tattoo lying down, but i'm worried he might get upset if I ask for this! Keep up the videos! sorry for sharing my shit lol.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like a sick tattoo! Love that style and theme! And it will be long but shoulder is the easiest part of the arm so atleast you’ll have that. I’d say for you to just bring snacks and a lot of distractions to pass the time along with distracting you from the pain. Also don’t be afraid to speak up, that’s something I’m sure he won’t be upset at all to know and will cater to you the best he can

  • @KiaraColours
    @KiaraColours11 күн бұрын

    I'm getting my first tattoo sometime this year it's 3 roses design medium on my lower arm I'm kinda nervous but I know what and what not to expect

  • @killerash4778
    @killerash47784 жыл бұрын

    I turned 18 recently and I always wanted a tattoo but never knew what I wanted exactly. Until now, I really like the idea having a Piñata as a tattoo :) I know I will love it no matter what and Im actually thinking of getting it next month!

  • @kelkel3883
    @kelkel38833 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo was on my left shoulder. I remember it like it was yesterday. It actually tickled. Don't know if that's normal or not, but I remember saying, "I thought tattoos hurt. It tickles!!" Funny thing is that all the other tarts hurt. I'm also trying to get my 11th(?) tattoo.

  • @rebelstrmtrooper654
    @rebelstrmtrooper6544 жыл бұрын

    my first tattoo was some tribal with a red rose in the middle on my left bicep. after years of having it i went to get my half sleeve done and it didn't flow with what i wanted so i had it covered up with some smoldering rocks that has skulls coming up from them and an angel rising above them on my shoulder.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    I know acouple friends that have gone the same route that you did. Nothing wrong with saying bye to your first tattoo As long as you love the new work and it comes out great 👌🏼

  • @user-ru2it2sl7c
    @user-ru2it2sl7c10 ай бұрын

    Helpful

  • @nicksmith1606
    @nicksmith16064 жыл бұрын

    Ontario wooooooo

  • @georgekatsinis5224
    @georgekatsinis5224 Жыл бұрын

    3:50 "You should always start off on the right foot." 👍🏻😂👍🏻😂👍🏻😂🤔

  • @Kd_mcr
    @Kd_mcr2 ай бұрын

    Iv booked a 6 hour session for my first tattoo on my left shoulder aha

  • @Steve200300
    @Steve2003004 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo was over 20yrs ago on the upper arm, it’s was a lone wolf. Now I’m thinking of having a another upper arm part lower forearm Or from upper Arm to elbow of an Angel so it covers my wolf. I’ve seen pictures I like. My question is I need to budget for this so how do I approach a tattoo artist to get this information so I have an idea, as I’ve not had a tattoo for over 20 years your advise would be very much appreciated.

  • @holly8160
    @holly81604 ай бұрын

    Getting my first tattoo tomorrow, been waiting since i was like 13 😅

  • @young_scorpion4625
    @young_scorpion46253 жыл бұрын

    Getting my first tattoo in 2 weeks for my 17th birthday:)

  • @Bpuzzler
    @Bpuzzler Жыл бұрын

    Im getting my 1st tattoo in exactly 12 hours, i had my appointment made 3 weeks ago and I’m barely thinking about it. I’m excited but i have no idea what to expect w the pain

  • @capacheskulls9808
    @capacheskulls98086 ай бұрын

    Brand of sacrifice from berserk on my wrist i had fun for it being my first tattoo

  • @Zigeuninja

    @Zigeuninja

    3 ай бұрын

    got it aswell on my upper back 1.5 weeks ago. Also my first tattoo

  • @makennawissink6458
    @makennawissink64583 жыл бұрын

    My first tattoo is booked for Monday the 14th, and im getting Be Still with a little anchor next to it.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s awesome where are you getting it done? and good luck for your first tattoo👊🏼

  • @bosschic4121
    @bosschic41213 жыл бұрын

    I’m getting my first tattoo of a sunflower in memory of my mom

  • @con566
    @con566 Жыл бұрын

    God I'm so excited I'm about 12 hours away from my appointment and my friend made the initial design and this is my first tattoo.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome!! Good luck with it! Going to be easier and more amazing than you expect

  • @con566

    @con566

    Жыл бұрын

    @@justinkd just got it and yah it definitely wasn't so bad and I'm in love with the results

  • @twenty-2923
    @twenty-29232 жыл бұрын

    I got my first tattoo on my neck 👍

  • @juanhernandez-jl2yv
    @juanhernandez-jl2yv3 жыл бұрын

    First major tattoo I got was just recently it’s an anime tattoo of Ichigo half Hollow mode! Looks too badass and in Japanese his signature move “Moon Fang Heaven-Piercer”

  • @GeneralSherm
    @GeneralSherm3 ай бұрын

    If you’re booking a tattoo appointment and there’s a design you like and you find a drawing of it on google can you send it to the tattoo artist you’re messaging and ask them to do it or is that considered “copying”?

  • @chaxe2014
    @chaxe2014 Жыл бұрын

    I work at a restaurant going in and out of the sun all day and I just got a tattoo on my arm what should I do about that during the healing process of my tattoo, should I where a sleve over it or just leave it uncovered

  • @fuzzy5987
    @fuzzy59874 жыл бұрын

    Good advice. For me on tattoo day anything does in terms of food. I don't tend to take anything with me to distract from the pain I just close my eyes, so if I know I've had enough to eat then I know it's half the battle won. For me it's anything from cookies, sweets, doughnuts, chocolate, cakes, cola, McDonald's, KFC. I tend to travel quite far for my tattoos so will typically doing a 11 hour round trip in the car. So I need to be well fed and watered 🤣🤣🤣

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    Damn thats crazy, you're a trooper!! 😅 atleast you're well fed, and sometimes I find it the best aswell to just close your eyes and breathe. WOW! That's a long day for you in just the car alone never mind adding a tattoo into the equation👏

  • @justcuz9181
    @justcuz9181 Жыл бұрын

    Upper part of the outside of my lower leg just under the knee... The worst pain maybe cuz circular design.. since have done calf, upper thigh just above the knee, and outer bicep.. The last one is by far a breeze compare to the first one

  • @nilsbarth6325
    @nilsbarth63256 ай бұрын

    I’m getting my first tattoo in a few days and it’s going to cover my entire left side of my chest and shoulder. It’s going to be the album cover of from mars to Sirius. I’m so nervous😂

  • @the_mythical_duck2970
    @the_mythical_duck29704 жыл бұрын

    It was good for me getting my first tattoo on my leg from the same guy that has done tattoos on most of my family and friends which helped

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    That always helps when it’s someone that’s done others you know

  • @andrediorde1520
    @andrediorde15203 жыл бұрын

    I just got my first tattoo a week ago. It’s a black and grey portrait of Rei Ayanami on my inner forearm, abt 6 inches.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sound awesome!! Send a pic of it bro 👊🏼

  • @swissmediastuff
    @swissmediastuff4 ай бұрын

    I’ll probably try out Inkbox first

  • @TheSkeener69
    @TheSkeener694 жыл бұрын

    I really wish this info was around when I got my first tat. My tat was at the first place that I spotted and was some free hand clouds and mountains and Jesus portrait. It was almost half a sleeve and ended up getting a cover up years later because it was soo bad.

  • @justinkd

    @justinkd

    4 жыл бұрын

    Trust me I wish I knew aswell! That's why I really hope this video gets seen so others don't make the mistakes, you, me and so many others have made. How's the new covered up tattoo look now!? 👌🏼