Tattoos have always been a sign of showing your individuality; this is no less true with the latest fashion for foot tattoos. Already a most sensual part of the body; decorating your feet with beautiful images and romantic designs can add to the appeal.

If you are considering having a foot tattoo, it is important to carefully decide which image you want to use. It is always best to go into the parlor with a design in mind, rather than leaf through the well-thumbed books they will hand you.

Obviously, the image should be important to you and reflect your character. However, many images work extremely well on the foot; being just as graceful as the canvas they are painted on. Some popular images include stars and flowers, whilst many elect to have a stylized zodiac sign, or perhaps the graceful lettering of a loved one.

Just as important as the design and imagery you wish to show the world, is where you will have the tattoo placed.

There are no limits regards where foot tattoos can be placed of course, but some areas and designs work better together than others. Elegant designs can also accentuate the length of your foot or the slimness of your ankle too; whilst others can have the opposite effect.

It will also be important to get the coloring right. Something too heavy may spoil the finer details of the image; something too light may fade quickly. Have a discussion with your artist to see what the best options are.

Having foot tattoos are amongst the most painful to have; be sure to remember this. Your foot will also in most likelihood swell for a while afterwards. Ensure you can handle this before going ahead with the procedure.

Many people often look to getting a foot tattoo done shortly before heading off on vacation. If this is the case, be sure to have it done at least 4 - 6 weeks before you depart, to allow time for it to heal well. A scabbed tattoo is not attractive.

Absolutely without question do not expose the tattoo to any significant daylight, and most certainly UV rays for at least a month after the procedure.

By ensuring the design you have is close to heart, there is no reason why your foot tattoos cannot be something you look back on with fond memories for many years to come. Do be prepared for your friends to go right out and have similar though!

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