A WOMAN has revealed that she has so many tattoos that haters accuse her of trying to change race.
Mariana’s big love for blackout tattoos has caused a lot of controversy and she’s even been dumped by pals as a result.
Mariana has covered 90% of her body in tattoos – but has been dumped by friends because of it[/caption]
Mariana, before her tattoos, first got inked at 15[/caption]
But now, she has been accused of trying to change race because of her blackout tattoos[/caption]
People even believe she has mental health issues such as tattoo dysmorphia as a result of her inkings[/caption]
Not only this, but the content creator, who has 23,600 followers on Instagram, claimed that strangers will stop, point and stare at her when out in public.
Revealing all to Truly, on an episode of Hooked On The Look, Mariana explained: “I’m 90% covered in tattoos. Haters think I’m trying to change my race because of my tattoos.”
Mariana started getting tattoos at the age of just 15, after feeling “insecure” about her looks.
Her initial inking was a “very ugly” anchor alongside a heart, which she got “on someone’s couch”.
Then at 17, she started to go to “real tattoo artists in studios”, where she got a large unicorn on her thigh.
Now, Mariana’s entire limbs are etched in black ink and her look is often met with doubts and criticism.
The woman, who plans to get her neck done next, got candid on her blackout inkings, as she admitted: “The first area was my arm, it was very spontaneous. That was the start.
“I remember when I started my second arm [my mum] cried.
“Everything changed with the blackouts. I have lost friends because of my tattoos. Almost every day I’m confronted with hate comments.”
Not only do trolls call her inkings ‘ridiculous’, but others claim she would be ‘so pretty’ if she got rid of her tattoos.
But that’s not all, as Mariana claimed people even accuse her of having mental health issues, such as tattoo dysmorphia and body integrity identity disorder, as a result of her tattoos.
When she’s out in public, things are just as tough, as Mariana confessed: “When it’s getting hotter and I’m outside, almost everyone is turning their heads.
Tattoo Do’s and Don’ts
1. Think, think and think some more
Tattoos done on a whim are far more likely to lead to regret than a tattoo you thought long and hard about. Think about why you want what you’ve chosen. And if you still want it after a few months, then get it.
2. Age restrictions apply
You must be 18 years old to be tattooed in the UK.
3. Don’t haggle over the price
When you go to a tattoo shop the price is the price. You are paying for an artist’s time and skills, they charge what they believe those things are worth.
4. Don’t get tattooed while you’re hungry
Eat before you go for your tattoo session and make sure you’re hydrated. You’re about to be subjected to a period of sustained physical discomfort, if you’re feeling a little weak from hunger or you’re dehydrated things will not go as smoothly as they should.
5. Don’t drink alcohol before you get tattooed
If you are drunk or under the influence of drugs, don’t go for a tattoo. In fact, if your tattooist has anything at all about them they will turn you away if you are clearly under the influence of any intoxicating substances. I’d also avoid drinking the night before, even a few drinks will thin your blood and make your bleed more.
“They are pointing at me. They’re whispering in each other’s ears or staring at me with an open mouth. It’s very extreme.
“I think the biggest misunderstanding that people have about me is that they think I’m not a nice person, or that I’m doing bad stuff. But that’s all not the case.”
But despite the public’s reaction, reflecting on her style, Mariana acknowledged: “I will never stop getting tattoos. It’s my body, my choice. I can do whatever I want.”
‘Block the haters’
And unlike the negativity Mariana often receives, YouTube users eagerly flocked to the comments to praise her ‘awesome’ inkings.
I think it looks sooo cool. Let people live
YouTube user
One person said: “Her tattoos look awesome. So much better than most people’s tatts!”
Another added: “Personally, I love them!!! You’re beautiful as well!!”
A third commented: “I think it looks sooo cool. Let people live.”
At the same time, someone else wrote: “Amazing look – keep it up, block the haters…It’s your body, your life!”
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Which tattoos hurt the most?
Depending on what part of your body you choose to ink, tattoos can range significantly in terms of pain levels.
Some of the most painful areas are those where the skin tends to be thinner or closer to the bone.
Each area has specific factors which contribute to the level of pain.
Ribcage: Thin skin, little muscle, and many nerve endings.
Feet and ankles: Many bones, tendons, and nerve endings close to the surface.
Hands and fingers: Many bones, tendons, and nerve endings, resulting in increased pain during tattooing. Knuckles can be especially painful.
Spine: Proximity of the spinal cord and nerve endings makes it sensitive. Tattooing directly over the vertebrae can be especially painful.
Knees and elbows: Thin skin and little padding between the skin and the underlying bones.
Armpits and groin: High concentration of nerve endings and lymph nodes.
Neck and throat: Thin and sensitive skin, with many nerve endings and blood vessels close to the surface.
Source: Tatt2Away
