The necessity to fit into a particular society explains tribal tattoos. However as someone who often values the ability to go unnoticed I am amazed at the desire for tattoos on faces and hands in a society that often allows people to define themselves by their appearance. There are so many ways to say Look at me NOW. !!! with make up, clothes, hair, nails. Elements that can easily changed to present a new image. Even a person who wants to spend their whole life on main stage might want or need to find a different audience.
That is a very smart take. I am always pleased to see people dye their hair gaudy colors or wear outrageous outfits. it's fun and attention getting, but not permanent, when you want or need to blend in.
The necessity to fit into a particular society explains tribal tattoos. However as someone who often values the ability to go unnoticed I am amazed at the desire for tattoos on faces and hands in a society that often allows people to define themselves by their appearance. There are so many ways to say Look at me NOW. !!! with make up, clothes, hair, nails. Elements that can easily changed to present a new image. Even a person who wants to spend their whole life on main stage might want or need to find a different audience.
That is a very smart take. I am always pleased to see people dye their hair gaudy colors or wear outrageous outfits. it's fun and attention getting, but not permanent, when you want or need to blend in.
So true!