Tattoo Essays

Natalie Mark

Mr. May

English 3A

9-25-12

Tattoo Counter Argument: No

 

As much as I believe that the opposing side would like nothing more than to be able to tattoo a big picture of Elmo on their arm at any young age, for what they mistakenly think is self expression but is actually rebellion. They believe that you should be able to get at tattoo under 18; and that's fine; but consider the risks. Consider what it will do to your body as you grow old? Your  skin stretches and you become taller.Also, consider that what you think is cool or love now, you may not think is cool in 20-30 years.Your perspective is always changing, so how can you be sure you won't just get tired of it? As for self expression: there are so many more things you could do to feel more individual. You could get a piercing or a haircut.

There are far more, less permanent, options you could chose. So feel free to show pride; but think carefully first.

 

 

 

 

 

Natalie Mark

 

Mr. May

 

English 3A

 

9-25-12

 

                                

 

                                                        Tattoo Paragraph-

 

I believe getting a tattoo at a young age is wrong because people don't fully consider the risks beforehand. For one, pain tolerance: Renne Kottenham, MD, Author of "Tattoo's-Are The A Smart Choice?".  Quotes:"A tattoo's a long lasting puncture wound made in the skin. (2)" Ouch! Right? Sounds painful? Well, it's permanent. Also, Dr. Kottenham quotes:"......the (tattooing) machine moves the needle about 1/8 inch into you skin. (3)"But that's not the only reason, infection too. In the same article she quotes:"(By getting a tattoo) you may be putting yourself at risk for hepatitis or skin infection. (12)" She also says:"..........some people have allergic reactions to tattoo ink. (11)" And while some people may experience this, not everyone will. So I encourage you; Think carefully and clearly before getting that tattoo.