At the age of 36, Sara is advising young individuals to think twice before getting tattoos, as she herself now regrets the abundance of ink she acquired in her twenties. Hailing from Virginia, US, Sara took to TikTok to share her extensive body art and caution others about the weight of the decision. Displaying her sleeve designs, neck and chest-piece, hand tattoos, portraits, floral patterns, and text on her upper thighs, Sara hopes to encourage mindful consideration before permanently marking one’s body.
However, instead of proudly showcasing the intricate artwork on her body, Sara expressed that she wishes she had waited before permanently altering her appearance. She gave an analogy, comparing getting heavily tattooed at a young age to putting on a shirt in your twenties and being stuck wearing it for the rest of your life.
The lifestyle blogger clarified that her regret about her tattoos does not stem from concerns about getting older, as many people assume. Rather, it is because the tattoos no longer match her current aesthetic. She emphasized that reaching your thirties brings a better sense of self-awareness compared to your twenties, and the tattoos she got in her twenties no longer reflect who she is at 36.
She reflected on how the tattoos may have represented a difficult period in her life or a certain mindset in her twenties, which is now permanently inked on her skin.
Sara is known for her extensive body art, which she got done in her twenties. She mentioned that her style was previously “dark and spooky,” but now she leans more towards a “femme, girly” look. Despite still receiving compliments on her tattoos, she admits that they don’t quite fit her current aesthetic.
Addressing the common advice that people will regret their tattoos as they get older, Sara acknowledges that she is older now and does regret her tattoos. Her TikTok video discussing this topic has gained over 1.8 million views and sparked a variety of opinions from viewers in the comments section.
Some people shared their own tattoo regret stories, expressing a desire for different tattoo styles that better match their current aesthetic. On the other hand, some believe that tattoos serve as reminders of their past selves and the things they wanted at that time.
Despite her regrets, Sara has no intention of removing her tattoos, citing the high cost, pain, and time involved in laser removal or cover-up treatments. She emphasizes the importance of careful consideration before getting inked to avoid potential regrets in the future.
