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June 2nd 2008 16:13

Lip tattoos are generall on the inside of the bottom lip, but occassionally on the inside upper lip. These tattoos are pretty unique and unusual, and for the most part people who get inner lip tattoos, want to have one word, very small phrase, or a few numbers tattooed in a fairly hidden area. Many people categorize lip tattoos as "hardcore" tattoo, but personally, it's just another tattoo.

Usually those who want inner lip tattoos get very personal or highly offensive words tattooed. For the most part, you probably won't see to many "sweet" or "cool." Most people tend to get words that they don't want to advertise to the general public. Another common reason that people get lip tattoos is for pure ego; to go to a friend and say, "hey dude I got a lip tattoo. Wanna see?" makes you "cool" because you got a tattoo in a very unusual spot.

Lip tattoos are iffy in terms of will it stay or will it fade away... Although, typically, inner lip tattoos fade, there are cases where the tattoo will be fine upon first application. But usually, you'll need to go in for a number of touchups if you want the tattoo to remain permanent.

As for the pain of a lip tattoo... Well, like any tattoo the actual pain will vary among your pain tolerance, but surprisingly, most people say that the getting tattooed in your inner lip is not as painful as other locations.

As for aftercare of lip tattoos, all you need to remember is basic mouth wash. You need to rinse your mouth before and after you get the tattoo, as well as after meals and after smoking. You want to hold off eating for a few hours after the initial tattoo, as well.

But, in general, lip tattoos should not be treated any different than any other tattoo. Make sure to find a reputable tattoo shop and a reputable tattoo artist. And remember that lip tattoos are like regular tattoos, in regards to the thiner the line and the closer the letters are together, the more likelihood that the tattoo will fade and become unreadable after time.

Cute matching tattoo

Ink displacement, probably from touchups.

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(by Joe Slatter, Joe's tattoo's, Gorleston, Norwich)

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Comment by Anonymous

December 10th 2008 01:49

how long do lip tattoos stay?

Comment by Anonymous

December 10th 2008 01:50

my boyfriend and i wanna get a lip tattoo saying something cute together but i dont really want it to last forever...how long will it stay?

Comment by Whitney

December 11th 2008 23:16

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Sometimes it will be permanent to some extent. It manot be clear and crisp for forever, but in some cases lip tattoos are permanent and they can stay although fade a good bit. I have heard of some experiences where couples will get matching lip tattoos; one person's fades where the other person has there still as new or near new. If you don't want it permanent, as that is a possibility, then don't get it.

Comment by Anonymous

January 2nd 2009 00:43

I'm thinking of getting a lip tattoo now and was wondering about a few things...

-The pain: I've been told the closer to the teeth, the more it hurts, is this so?
-The fading: Does anyone know a statistic on how often fading is an issue? I just don't want to spend the money if I don't get to keep it without a bunch of touch ups.
-Has anyone heard of lip tattoo mis-haps? Like can the needle go through or anything of that sort?
-What's normally the healing time?

Thanks!!

Comment by Whitney

January 4th 2009 19:46

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I'm not sure about the pain, but fading is a big issue and touch ups are typically needed frequently.

I'm also not sure about your other questions. Ie only known one person to get it done, and hers faded rather quickly.

Comment by Bailey!

January 5th 2009 05:55

ok, so, im 14, and i really want to get a lip tattoo.
i told my mom and all she says it it will hurt like a bitch.
but i really want one anyway.

my one and only question, how bad does it hurt?
because i REALLY want one....
but, could the tattoo needle go through your lip?

plz answer, thanks bunches!

Comment by Kike

January 6th 2009 17:59

i just got a lip tattoo . it is 1 star on each side of the lip .. i also got a star on my chest. and personally y think it hurts more on the chest than on the lips ... someone can tell me how often do i have to touch it up?

Comment by Anonymous

January 7th 2009 06:02

it just got one, and i'm the biggest nervous wreck always, but it was truthfully no big deal

Comment by Whitney

January 7th 2009 17:07

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Bailey, you're 14. You should wait before you get anything. The pain will depend on your pain tolerance, but I'm sure to some degree it's going to be pretty painful. I'm not sure about going through your lip, but it is possible with an inexperienced tattoo artist, I'm sure.

Kike, you will need to get it touched up as needed.

Anonymous, I'm not sure what your saying exactly. I'm assuming that you just got a lip tattoo.

Comment by Anonymous

January 9th 2009 12:34

Well if your going to get ink on you lip.....plz make sure you have the teeth for it.

by this i mean white teeth, straight teeth, ya know just when you go pulling down your lip you want a reaction from the tat not how f*** up your teeth are

Comment by Christy

January 20th 2009 20:13

I'm getting a lip tat this week.. i'm pretty excited for it.. it's going to be a peace sign in the middle of my lip Your text goes here

Comment by Anonymous

February 10th 2009 02:35

me and my best friend want to get some
she is going to sweet and i'm going to get dude

(soooo original right...haha i originally wanted to get shet betch so she would have to basically get shit on her lips lol)

but fuck!
i don't want to have to keep going back for ever and ever just so it will stay!

Comment by Anonymous

March 15th 2009 15:38

i just got > (: inside my lip yesterday
and one of the eyeballs is already gone,
and the smile is the next to go.
:/

Comment by Ellie

March 25th 2009 19:17

Hey,
I would really like to get a lip tattoo of my boyfriends name, as i do not want it in a place that too many people will know. I have wanted one for a long time but never known what to get, and i want his name on me somewhere so i thought this would be a good place.
Will the tattoo swell, if so how long for???

Comment by goose

March 29th 2009 06:15

all you people that want one and dont want it to be permanent you are fucking retards it might fade but tattoos are ment to be permanent and that dumb ass 14 year old your mom is right you will prob get one of a car bear or hello kitty or something stupid, like your gay. i will give you one that when you read it it say im a pussy cause you will be fucking balling all the way back home to your mommy and no tattoo artist will give you one cause your still a baby so you can get one of your friends to do it, it will look like shit but so would anything that you were to pick

Comment by dejan

March 30th 2009 01:39

[SIZE=2 arrhhh i've still got my braces on and probs wont get them off till i'm 18 well one more year but still i'm so keen to get my lip tattoo now i've been thinking about it ever since i was 15 but hav never decided whhhat to get, but i will make up my mind if i no i can get one even though i have braces will that affect it in anyway or i'm just better off waiting till they come offSIZE]

Comment by Whitney

March 30th 2009 13:10

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dejan I would wait until the braces are off because they will further the fading process, and you will just need to get the tattoo touched up more often. Plus I highly doubt that a tattoo artist will tattoo you in the mouth if you have braces.

Comment by dejan

March 31st 2009 07:22

thanks whitney

yea that would be horrible to go there and get refused to be tattooed plus thinking of it would be awkward to have the ink rubbing against my braces cant imagine it being good at all, thanks again for your reply !

Comment by Whitney

March 31st 2009 13:55

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you're welcome. The ink will likely fade anyway, so the braces will probably just increase the rate at which it fades.

Comment by Anonymous

April 7th 2009 04:35

I just got one today...i got a star on the side part of my lip. on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being the worst pain ever....i would have to say it was a 6. I have two other tattoos and it wasnt as bad as the other ones.

Pain does get a little worse closer to the teeth. but besides that it is awesome.

it didnt hurt after i got it done...
not sure about fadin yet because its only been like 4 hours!

Comment by Whitney

April 7th 2009 11:59

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Let us know how fast yours fades.

Comment by Anonymous

May 6th 2009 01:45

i'm 15 turning 16 in august i want to get a tattoo saying LIFE i have an artist that is well known and will do it for me buttttt im SO afraid of it turning to a blob of ink -_- i mean if its a little blurry then OKAY but will it ever fade to that extent? also can anyone tell me the PROPER cleaning & taking care of it?

Comment by Whitney

May 6th 2009 12:00

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It will more than likely do more than just get a little blurry. In most cases it will completely fade off no matter how you care for it afterward.

Comment by Anonymous

May 16th 2009 02:52

i got one two months ago...it hurt pretty bad but only during it and like 5 mins after..but after that it was fine didnt hurt anymore at all and there really is no pain during the healing process once its done its done...and the fade time varies..it can fade right after you get it and it heals or can stay up to about 5 to 7 years

Comment by Bianca

May 29th 2009 02:28

After getting the lip tattoo does it stay swollen afterwards at all?

Comment by Whitney

May 29th 2009 11:32

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Anonymous, I wouldn't doubt it didn't hurt too much, as there aren't TOO many nerves in that area. Main concern is an inexperienced tattooist tattooing too deep in you lip or hitting your teeth. Most doing make it to 5 years. I've heard more stories of fading till nearly gone within the first year. I wouldn't pay the money or spend the time for something that's not permanent.

Bianca, it'll probably be swollen for a little bit, but saliva is one of the best cleansers and healers, so it'll heal fast, but more than likely fade fast as well.

Comment by Anonymous

June 5th 2009 01:11

I really been thinking about getting a lip tattoo since two of my friends got theirs...it looked so cute, but it'll be my first one. So i'm curious about the pain and how much it cost

Comment by Whitney

June 11th 2009 00:57

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The pain will depend on your pain tolerance. The price will depend on what your tattoo artist charges.

Comment by Anonymous

June 27th 2009 00:18

mhmm i just got a lip tatto it says"bitch" and i love it. it barley hurt but i already noticed it started to fade. about how many times would i have to get it touched up so it will stay and look good for a while?

Comment by Becca

June 29th 2009 02:16

i'm getting my lip tattoo tomorrow and I think I finally decided on getting "covet". I'm not to worried about the pain but idk if I wanna spend the 50 bucks on something that might not last, even though 50 is like a super good price for one.

Comment by Whitney

June 29th 2009 12:39

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Anonymous, you'll have to continuously get it touched up for as long as you want it to stay.

Becca, they don't always fade, but about 90% of the time it will. I don't think it's worth it. It's like throwing away $50.

Comment by Becca

June 29th 2009 15:56

yeah im really debating it. It was supposed to be a thing me and my friend went and got done together but now im not so sure I want it.

Comment by Whitney

July 5th 2009 18:59

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It's your choice to make. My opinion, is that I wouldn't do it.

Comment by Anonymous

July 13th 2009 23:02

Well i got a lip tattoo yesterday morning saying bite me and already the ''m'' is starting to fade....it seems as if the bite was done better than the me. As regards pain, i had been warned by the tattoo artist that it's extremely painful, but was surprised to find it totally bearable.

Comment by Whitney

July 14th 2009 16:15

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Pain varies, most says it's pretty painful, lucky it wasn't too bad for you. Hopefully the rest won't fade, but lip tattoos are high risk of fading.

Comment by charlene

July 15th 2009 14:12

im getting mine done august 6 in addition to getting my stomach done. shes only charging me 40 since im getting other work done. ill b sure to let those of u who r curious about fading know. hopefully since i have 9 other tattoos--n my bodys full of ink--this tattoo will feel right at home.

Comment by Anonymous

July 17th 2009 03:53

I have wanted to get a tattoo for a while but haven't done it because i want something meaningful. Something extremely meaningful, a number, came to my mind recently. How often, would you estimate on average would I need to touch it up? How much does it cost to touch up? And what is the best way to prevent the fading and promote the healing process?

Comment by Anonymous

July 17th 2009 04:27

lip tattoos have to be simple in design, but the price depends on what tattoo shop you go to. every place has a base price they have to charge, from my experince its generally between 50&60$. a lot of times, unlike with other work they ont guaruntee there work. which means unlike other tattoos that they will touch up for free--youll likely have to pay somewhere close to full price to get it touched up. about fading....everyones different. some ppl fade and some ppl dont, i went an talked to the women who will be doing mine and the best advice she could give me was not to eat crunchy things for a little while.

Comment by Niktizzy

July 27th 2009 22:16

Heyy i want to get one but i am wondering if the phrase i want is too long.

"this could scare you" is what i really want but idk if its too long? little help

Comment by Whitney

July 28th 2009 14:18

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Yes, more than likely, that phrase will be too long. You could probably get it but no one would be able to read it and it would fade faster, more than likely

Comment by Anonymous

August 12th 2009 22:14

For all these people who think that its a hassle to get something touched up, they shouldnt be getting a damn tattoo in the first place, like seriously. Eventually with all tattoos u will have to end up getting it touched up, r leave it faded and crappy looking. Most tattoo parlors will do it for free if its within a month even if, so stop whining about getting it touched up, it aint a big deal. And if it is a big deal... DONT GET IT DONE IN THE FIRST PLACE! Then u dont have to worry about getting it touched up. Also, obviously a lip tatoo will have to get touched up anyways just for the fact that ur mouth is the second most place on ur body that heals the fastest. DUH!

Comment by Anonymous

August 15th 2009 20:33

in response to the above:
1) no most places will NOT touch it up for free because theres a high risk ur body will push it out that week therefore they dont gaurentee their work
2) its not like u get it touched up every yr or so; touch ups would have to be made likely that month; may i mention the incredible discomfort of holding ur lip open, drooling& feeling like the needles going through ur lip.
3) i got mine done last week for free since i got other work done with it,im very happy with it however it has begun to fade. it hurt like a bitch to get done&i have no intentions of paying or getting it retouched

Comment by Anonymous

August 15th 2009 22:23

To the Anonymous person from the 12th:
If you've been reading these comments from the top like I have been for a while now, you would see that most of the concern people have voiced about touch ups is not about the pain.
In many cases they're wondering how many touch ups will be required to keep it from fading. Some are asking about cost.
I realize you have the right to state your opinion and that's what this site is for but may I suggest two things first?
1. Read before you comment
2. Comment in a kinder way. And if you're so bothered by people's questions.. ignore them because you obviously already know the answer right?

Comment by Whitney

August 16th 2009 21:52

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Anonymous from the 15th thanks for your comments He is right in that generally tattoo artists will do free touchups, but you are right in that they do not do free lip tattoo touch ups.

Lips tattoos are goign to fade, so it's jsut a matter of time. I personally, think the're a waste of money, but to each is his own. Ya know?

Also in regards to your comment to the guy from the 12th, he never said anything about pain. He seemed to me just to coment about the fading and touchups.

Comment by Anonymous

August 27th 2009 18:31

I have really wanted a tatoo for a long time and an inner lip one sounds like a great spot for my first one. But you said that we would have to rinse multiple times, but is that just as its healing or does that mean you must rinse all the time no matter if it is healed or not?

Comment by Whitney

August 28th 2009 12:43

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I don’t recall rinsing. You’ll have to have the tattoo touched up multiple times.

Rinsing is good mouth hygiene either way, and should be practiced. Used alcohol-free mouthwash

Comment by Anonymous

August 29th 2009 11:30

To whitney, just as a matter of interest do you have this done yourself?

I have a friend who has had his lip done for 4 years now, and its still in immaculate condition and has never needed to be touched up. My own lip tattoo faded slightly in the first week but has not faded any more since and i've had it done nearly 6 months.

Comment by Whitney

August 31st 2009 13:56

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I do not have a lip tattoo. Most of them fade, although a few people are successful keeping them. It is a crap shoot, and I wouldn't want to spend the money and not be guaranteed.

Comment by Anonymous

September 11th 2009 18:45

depending on the tattoo artist, they'll do free touch ups . I got mine done over a year ago, and havent needed it touched up but once and that was in November and it still looks like I got it done yesterday . and honestly, in my opinion, it didn't really even hurt at all to get tattooed . I found that I loved the feeling of it inside my lip .

Comment by Anonymous

September 16th 2009 02:57

How long does a lip tattoo take to heal?
That is, how long will it swell up, if it swells at all?

I'm waiting till I'm 18 (a little over a year!) to get mine with my best friend and because my parents won't let me, I'm just going to get it when it's legal here.
I've thought extensively about it. No turning back.

Comment by Whitney

September 16th 2009 20:49

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Anonymous 1, most tattoo artists won't do free touchups for lip tattoos.

Anonymous 2, healing is usually pretty quick because of the saliva in your mouth. Swelling is just for a few days. It's good to wait until you are of age, especially if you're parents tell you no. You don't want to go behind their back.

Comment by Anonymous

October 11th 2009 02:12

Alright, i got fear ont he botton of my lip and fuck on the top.The pain feels like a warm pen scribblign onyour lip hard, it annoyign morethan painful.
as far as fading, your artist will most likely touch it upp for free.

Comment by Whitney

October 12th 2009 13:45

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As mentioned, most artists won't do free touch ups for lip tattoos because they too know the higher fade factor with this area.

Comment by Anonymous

October 15th 2009 01:07

I'm turning eighteen in two days and I'm pretty sure I want my lip tattooed. My mom surprising supports me on it. I'm really not sure about the fading, but hell it's my birthday! & I really hope I'll be one of those lucky people where it won't fade. I'll come back here when I get it done and let you all know how it went!

Comment by Anonymous

October 17th 2009 02:39

hello i have freckles on my lips the outer lips the ones you kiss with lol and i was wondering if it would be possible to get a all colour tattoo on the lips like an all colour tattoo thanks

Comment by Anonymous

October 17th 2009 04:03

Hey- I'm back from two posts ago. I got my inner lip tattoo today. I've never got a tattoo before & had no idea what to think. Surprisingly it didn't hurt AT ALL! It just felt like being poked with a paper clip. The tattoo cost $40, and the touch ups are free. I got it early today and I don't see any fading yet. But seriously it didn't hurt at all. If you want a tattoo there and your afraid of the pain, don't be and do what you want. Just remember any tattoo will be there for the rest of your life. I'll post again if it fades any.

Comment by Anonymous

October 20th 2009 19:20

it did fade, ALOT. most of it is gone. I'm just glad I got free touch ups.

Comment by Whitney

October 20th 2009 20:31

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At least the touchups are free. It's still as wasted $40, IMO. You'll probably get tired of getting it touched up, as in just 3 days it's almost gone. You gonna get it touched up very three days? It'll eventually just disappear, to which I highly doubt the artist will do a touch as it'll need to be completely re-tattooed.

Comment by Anonymous

October 26th 2009 22:37

I have a question... If I were to get a lip tattoo, does anyone know how long I would have to hold off on sexual intercourse? lol

Comment by Whitney

October 28th 2009 01:05

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Umm.. until it's healed.

Comment by Anonymous

October 28th 2009 01:27

I know it varies different times for different people... But about how long does that take?

Comment by Whitney

October 28th 2009 20:07

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mouth tattoos generally don't take that long to heal. remember patience is a virtue, and for a tattoo that you'll have to get touched up every few weeks or so, figure out if waiting for sex is worth it. It's going to be your decision. You'll have to wait after each touch-up session. You'll have better odds at waiting, if you can't wait a few days or even a week, then you probably don't want the tattoo.

Comment by Anonymous

November 17th 2009 15:17

ok well i got my lip tattoo about 5 or 6 months ago and it has faded but it is still there and readable. it hurt but not more than a normale tattoo.

Comment by Anonymous

November 17th 2009 19:29

i cant get into the military cause of my lip tat. how do i remove it cause it has barley faded

Comment by Whitney

November 18th 2009 19:51

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Consider laser removal, but I'm not sure if they'll remove a lip tattoo. Just something you'll have to ask. You'd be the first person to say that you can't get rid of it naturally.

Comment by ragdoll

November 20th 2009 19:59

I got my inner lip tattooed about a week ago, the very next day it had started to fade, i was comlpetely devestated, the tattooist warned me this could happen, but i thought the odds were less likely as my friend had one the same with only the slightest fading. I don't regret my tattoo at all (what i got means something to me) just the fact that i should of maybe kept my mouth more dry so the ink didnt come out. i got the word amity with a heart, the heart has completely vanished and the letters are getting real thin. also i would like to say, i have a low pain tolerance but i really thought that it was nothing, didnt hurt a bit, piercings hurt more IMO

Comment by Charity

November 23rd 2009 17:07

I got Va Fangul tattooed on the inside of my lip yesterday and the va is gone and the fangul is fading quickly. luckily my tattoo artist is awesome and is going to touch me up for free. as for the pain i have a tattoo on my wrist and it killed compared to my lip.

Comment by devo

December 6th 2009 22:28

I want to get a smily face like this : ) on mine... debating. someone above said on of the eye balls came off the next day... hmm whhaaat to do...

Comment by Anonymous

December 28th 2009 05:07

I feel as though everyone who gets all pissed and bent out of shape upon reading through these entries tend to forget that their experience or their opinion isn't valid for anyone except themselves. You don't like what someone else thinks? suck it, they probably think you're just as intolerable. My CONSTRUCTIVE advice to anyone truly wanting this tattoo is to just go for it. Its a tattoo, so of course its going to be uncomfortable... its a needle going into your skin. Is it going to fade? Totally. But if you're willing to make the commitment to getting the tattoo in the first place, getting it touched up shouldn't be a problem. Just make sure to ask how much touch ups cost...and yes, some artists do do free touch ups, all you can do is ask. But If you're not willing to pay the price to keep your ink lookin' fly, you probably shouldn't get one anywhere. Good luck everyone

Comment by Anonymous

December 31st 2009 11:01

Okay peeps. . .I got a Jesus fish tattoo'd on my bottom lip a few days ago and it has faded half way. My friend that went with me got one as well and her's is still there. . .clear as day! I have no choice but to get touch ups because I have half a fish and I'm pretty sure the other half is gonna stay for a longgg time. As for the pain. . .it's painful when you hit the middle of the lip (not when you get closer to the teeth# RN talk lol I paid 30$ for mine bc a girl I knew did it out the shop for me. Its awesome though and def worth getting. Very unique and original! I wanted to get 'Carpe Diem' the infinity sign #like you learned in math class, not the car#, or the word annointed! Hope this helps. OH btw heals immediately and no swelling!

Comment by Anonymous

December 31st 2009 13:18

Ok i got mine done six months ago, it faded slightly in the first week but hasnt faded any more since then at all, its stayed the exact same...i'm waiting until i get some more work done to get it touched up, as my tattoo artist said he'll do it for free with other work! Dont let the pain put you off, its no more painful than anywhere else and uts such a small region to tattoo that the pain wont last more than a minute or two! Just go for it...its not as if its on display all the time, its easy to hide....you only live once! I had mine done at a festival with no planning whatsover...rash but totally worth it!

Comment by Anonymous

January 11th 2010 20:58

hello,
i have been considering one for a while, but now i have heard that they fade. how long do they last on average? (i know its probably already written, but it is quite a lot to read)
thanks!

Comment by Whitney

January 11th 2010 22:06

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Average will vary. Some last a day or so, others maybe months.

Comment by Anonymous

January 11th 2010 22:57

or years. i've had mine for 2 now and it hasnt faded at all.

Comment by Whitney

January 12th 2010 15:21

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It is possible, but not the most common occurrence.

Comment by Anonymous

January 18th 2010 14:21

look if you want it done then get it done! If you want it done just for a while then get it done and don't get touch ups, but if you want it to stay there for a very long time then get the touch ups. who cares how much touch ups cost if you want the tattoo then you will pay how ever much is required. but if i were you i wouldn't be expecting any amount of time for it too last; some people are lucky others not so lucky. it might swell it might not, depending on the person will vary how long it will take to heal. Take a chance, like someone else said you only live once!!! peace out guys

Comment by Anonymous

January 21st 2010 20:46

to the military guy.... if you need to get rid of an inner lip tattoo in a hurry i'd suggest taking up chewing tobacco and packing it right over the tat... to those of you who are laughing right now. i was an avid chewing tobacco user and i can personally tell you that it eats away your mouth.. its a horrible habit and DO NOT get hooked on it if you decide to listen to me... i got my lip tattoo done and it wasn't that bad,, it faded a little bit but i think if you're into it then go for it... as for those of you worried about cost i suggest that you get a real tattoo and see if they'll throw that one in for free.. thats how i've gotten all my little tattoos (fingers, lips etc..) and usually if you're a good customer and you handle yourself properly (believe it or not tattoo shops have etiquette too) then they'll probably do it at no cost or for and additional 5 bucks or something... hope this helps someone

Comment by Anonymous

January 31st 2010 06:26

when i first got my done, it was a very dark black, but in several days it had faded considerable, but it was still very readable. The pain wasn't nearly as bad as the on i have on the side of my ankle. I have also had a bit of painful dental work done, so that could have lessened the amount of pain.
about a month later I got it touched up, as recommended by my tattoo artist. that one hurt wayyyyyyy more, I actually teared up a bit on it. Once again, it faded quite a bit in the first couple of days. My tattoo artist also said not to get more than one, maybe 2 touch ups because it will scar up the inside of lip if you do it more. I've had mine for a little over a year, and its still there and you can still read it. I've had a lot of people say it was a waste of money bc no one can see, but thats why I did do it, it reminds me to live everyday to the fullest

Comment by Anonymous

February 21st 2010 23:30

I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get a lip tattoo? Just a six letter word.
Also how bad is the swelling after its done?

Comment by Commander_Venus

February 25th 2010 23:47

I have a tattoo on my inside lip and just to quickly answer a few common questions;

* It took 5 minutes to do 7 letters.

* It didnt really hurt at all, just a minor discomfort (although its maybe not a good idea for a 1st time tattoo - you dont wanna be flinching when the needle touches)

* There was no swelling afterwards, it seemed to heal almost immediately.

* Ive had mine for over a year and it hasnt faded at all - although Ive been told wheter it fades or not depends on the individual.

Comment by Anonymous

March 24th 2010 20:56

does your lip get swollen , for it to be noticeable?

Comment by Anonymous

March 27th 2010 02:10

I was wondering on how to make it fade. I've had mine for about six months and it has faded away quite a bit.. I need to know so that I will be able to enlist. Any ideas apart from laser?

Comment by Whitney

March 30th 2010 13:32

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The lip will get a little swollen, but the amount of swelling will vary per person.

I don't think that you can force it to fade.

Comment by Anonymous

March 31st 2010 06:13

I just gone mine done 7 hours ago, didn't hurt at all.

Comment by KatFace

March 31st 2010 16:14

Just got a musical note on the left side of my inner lip. It looks and amazing. I actually think it felt really nice. Kinda warm and tingly, it barely even stung. It was my first tattoo and I highly recommend it. It looks great and is easy to hide.

Comment by Anonymous

April 2nd 2010 05:18

Hey! So, i'm 17 and i'm getting a lip tattoo in 3 days! I'm REALLY excited but also extremly nervous. I don't want my mother finding out....so i'm getting it done early and not going home until late. I was just wondering if my lip would be extremely swollen, to the point where im fucked or if i could get away with it. Please and Thank you!

Comment by Whitney

April 5th 2010 15:53

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The amount of swelling will vary from person to person, so it would be hard to tell you how much your lip may swell, if it will at all. If you're going behind your parent's back to get it and that's what you're worried about, then don't get it.

Comment by Anonymous

April 12th 2010 02:42

Jus got th Pittsburgh P today. Closer to the teeth pain increases, after the artist gets goin u can hardly feel it tho. Do not drink pop or anythin with a lot of sugar or dip, high infection risk. Not sure of best cleanin method. No swellin afterwards jus kinda taste like copper. cost 50. really hopin it ain't fade...

Comment by Anonymous

April 25th 2010 20:25

I just got my inner lip tattoo yesterday and it hardly hurt compared to what i expected.
yes, it was a bit pricey for something that fades, but with free touch ups, it's definitely worth it!

Comment by teala

April 26th 2010 15:28

the usual fading time is two years. However, the tattoo artist that did mine had his for six years and it needed to be touched up but was still legible. I got mine four months ago and it doesn't need to be touched up at all. Mine says LIVE, and my friend got one that says LIFE. Hers looks great too. Personally, I think it has a lot to do with the experience of you're artist. As far as the pain is concerned, it doesn't hurt. I have a pretty high pain tolerance but it just tickles a little. It really isn't a big deal.

Comment by Anonymous

April 27th 2010 00:52

That's insane because mine says LIVE too. unfortunately i got my tattoo 2 days ago and it's already gone. Completely. Luckily, my tattoo artist said that he will give me a free tattoo instead of touchups!!

Comment by Whitney

April 27th 2010 20:40

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Teala, 4-6 years would be unbelievable with no fading. Like Anonymous said, hers/his faded in 2 days. It just depends on your body, not necessarily your artist. Good Luck.

Comment by Anonymous

May 3rd 2010 15:54

i want a smiley face on my bottom lip just like lil wayne .. will it hurt? and how long will it last ?

Comment by Anonymous

May 3rd 2010 17:02

dont get something just because someone else has it. be original. i am the only person i know with a lip tat.

Comment by Whitney

May 4th 2010 16:07

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Fading will vary per person. I've heard of some lasting just a few days, whereas others a few weeks, maybe even a month or so. With long-term touchups, it can potentially last a good while.

I do agree that one shouldn't get something just because someone else has it. Be original and not a copycat.

Comment by Anonymous

May 13th 2010 09:07

Hey, so I have a question that hasn't been answered yet. I am considering getting the word PRINCESS tattoed on the inside of my lip, but I have my lip pierced (I swear a hoop on the right side of my lip). My question: Will my lip ring get in the way of the tattoo?

Comment by Whitney

May 13th 2010 13:38

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You will probably have to remove the lip ring to get the tattoo.

Keep in mind shorter words are better, as they can be tattooed larger and have a slightly better chance at not fading to the point of disappearing.

Comment by Anonymous

May 18th 2010 13:48

I was thinking of getting a tattoo on my lip saying "Kiss Me." It's a birthday present from my bestfr. He says it may fade, but he'll pay for it. But i was just wondering. If it fades, will it fade to complete disappearance and it'll just be a normal lip. Or will there still be marks left?

Comment by Whitney

May 19th 2010 19:59

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Some people experience partial fading. Some experience total fading. Others may experience little.

Comment by Anonymous

May 26th 2010 08:23

I was wondering if it was possible to get my outer lip tattooed... i was thinking about getting my inner lip but id prefer everyone to see it. Has anyone ever heard of outter lip piercings? thanks.

Comment by Anonymous

May 26th 2010 08:24

haha stupid me...outter lip tattoos.

Comment by Whitney

May 26th 2010 13:06

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I think I've seen them, but not heard much about them. I'd figure they were like regular tattoos in which they won't fade nearly as much as an inner lip tattoo, since the outer portion of the lip is regular tissues. Just be careful of employment; not many companies like visible tattoos.

Comment by Anonymous

June 8th 2010 00:35

i have a lip ring and i'm considering getting a lip tattoo would the piercing get in the way of getting the tattoo?

Comment by Whitney

June 8th 2010 19:06

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You will more than likely have to remove the jewelry to get the tattoo. I'm not sure how much trouble the piercing would be to tattoo around. I guess it would depend on what you're getting tattooed and how the design is.

Comment by Anonymous

June 17th 2010 00:07

I need to get rid of a lip tattoo within the year to go into the military...its partially faded already... looks like it might be gone.. but just wondering if there was anything to draw the ink out a little faster or anything? Thank You

Comment by see

June 25th 2010 18:35

ANONYMOUS
is it not just visable tattoos your not allowes in the aramy? like if its in you inside lip its not visable .

got a lip tatoo like 22 hours ago almost completly gone already , i can just see little dots of ink . if i get it redone how long should it last for ?

Comment by Crunk Juice

June 29th 2010 15:27

Dang!!! goose calm down lol.....

Comment by Anonymous

July 1st 2010 01:10

does the ink that fades out not like toxic or something?

Comment by anonymous

July 6th 2010 18:17

well like i wanna get a lip tattoo soon, i just dont know now after reading all these comments nd stuff xD
i want it to be a heart .. and ive seen vids of people gettin em.. the money is fine, the pain im not worried about.. but like, if it fades off quick then forget it O.o .. then like how to you get it to stay for a longer time? or should i just get one on my wrist..

Comment by Whitney

July 7th 2010 14:17

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Some people experience fast and complete fading, others slow, and some minimal. It all depends on your body. A wrist tattoo ia guaranteed to be there. Doesn't mean you won't see fading, but more permanent

Comment by Anonymous

July 7th 2010 23:11

So is there anyway to aid in the fading process?

Comment by Whitney

July 8th 2010 12:32

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Do you want the tattoo to fade faster or do you want to prevent fading.

Comment by Anonymous

July 11th 2010 04:04

everyone responds differently to pain so one person can think it will hurt and the other may not, you will never actually know until you get it done.

Comment by Anonymous

July 11th 2010 11:08

I want it to fade faster? Anything I can do?

Comment by Whitney

July 11th 2010 17:02

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To tell you the truth, I'm not sure. Generally, they fade naturally via rubbing on the teeth, the saliva, etc.

Comment by Fyre

July 12th 2010 02:18

Thanks for the awesome article and the replies to other people's questions, Whitney

I'm looking for a body mod to help ease the loss of my microdermals and it sounds like a lip tat might be the way to go. My friend suggests "I R WIN" but we'll see when we get there XD

Comment by Anonymous

July 12th 2010 02:33

Thank you Whitney

Comment by Anonymous

July 20th 2010 18:19

i want a lip tattoo but i want it to say something (like sexy or kiss me etc.) but i called the tatto shop up and they wanted 80 dollars for it and me personally i think that is too expensive for some tatto that no one is gonna see and its small. My Question is what are the costs or how much did you pay for yours?

Comment by Anonymous

July 21st 2010 18:00

to all of you people who are 14, 15, 16... i can tell you right now that whatever you get you're going to regret later in life. and by regret, i mean you're going to think it's stupid and childish and while it may mean a lot to you now, things change. i almost got one when i turned 18, and i am SO GLAD i waited. imo there are few things more annoying than a person with a bunch of meaningless tattoos. all it says to me is that you're impulsive and people obviously don't pay enough attention to you.

BUT if you HAVE to get one, at least make it interesting... i'm sick of seeing stars, hearts, butterflies, flowers, chinese symbols, whatever. and skip the stamp tramp... the girls who usually get those are too fat for them anyway.

Comment by Bgal

August 2nd 2010 07:36

if the tattoo is on the inside of the lip, and the pricing is under 100 dollars i personally think if you want it get it.
dont worry about touch ups untill they are needed and if you decide you dont want them its easy not tohave them, the tattoo is not visible unless shown so its not a big deal right?
im definately getting mine done regardless of touchups or fading or pricing.

Comment by Anonymous

August 4th 2010 21:08

about three years...

Comment by Anonymous

August 6th 2010 02:22

I want to get a lip tat. I want to put Weezy. If I get it bold how long will it last and how long should it last? Also I have braces should I wait till I get them off to get it?

Comment by Whitney

August 6th 2010 12:34

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Wait until after the braces are removed. More than likely an artist wouldn't tattoo you with the braces anyway.

Wheezy is a longer word for a lip tattoo, so it would have to be squished closer together, meaning bold really wouldn't make much of a difference,

Comment by Anonymous

August 14th 2010 16:43

I got my ex`s name tattooed inside my lip about 6months ago. Big mistake because the day after i got it we broke up. But i wasn`t too upset about the tattoo because i still did love him & it`s inside my lip so i figured it`ll fade... 2 days after i got it one of the letters started to fade but then just stayed there. 6months later i still have his name in my freakin lip! & with no signs of it fading whatsoever. I recently started going to a new tattoo artist & he says if after 6 months it hasn`t faded then chances are it won`t. I`ve heard brushing your teeth alot & biting your lip will help it fade but i`m not sure if it`s true. As for the pain, i felt nothing. I have a flower on my rib, a tribal on my hip, kanji letters down my back & my wrists both have tattoos, so even if it would hurt i can`t tell the difference cuz my other tats have been in worst places. It`s all about your tolerance. I personally love needles & pain <333

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August 14th 2010 16:43

Comment by Tasha

August 15th 2010 12:16

i got one and within 2 days it had gone.

Comment by Anonymous

August 19th 2010 15:56

I'm almost 16 and I know lots of people will say I'm too young but I've been really thinking about it a lot and for a long time. What I want is something really meaningful to me and NOT like "Kiss me", swear words or ones like that. I've thought about waiting, but I'm really confident that I won't change my mind if I wait. Does anybody know how old you usually have to be to get a tattoo without a parent? Is there any other places that are hidden where anybody suggest I should get a tattoo other than the lip? I'm not worried about money or pain or fading. Please help! Thanks.

Comment by Anonymous

August 20th 2010 03:34

i want to get one which says DOPE, not as in the drug haha. i dont mind so much if it faded coz im sure i would regret it when im older. it is in a perfect place though coz it is hidden so if it doesnt fade i can show it off for longer

. as for the price, its an experience which i want to say i have experienced so i dont care too much about the price

Comment by SailorGirl

September 20th 2010 15:55

For all of those needing advice for the military:

I have been in the navy for over a year now but I never recall them checking my lips at MEPS. They definitely check every other part of you but no one will see your mouth until you are already in boot camp and are getting your initial dental work done.

Once your out of boot camp your allowed to get any tattoo non gang or violence related as long as it doesn't show in uniform. I've had 5 tattoos done since I've joined (including my lip), and the military doesn't know about any of them.

Hope that helps.

Comment by Anonymous

October 20th 2010 20:11

I plan on getting a lip tattoo soon, like many of you. I just thought I'd share some of the info. I have found in my research of lip tattoo's. I've found from multiple locations that during the healing proccess you should keep your mouth as dry as possible, by keeping peices of papertowel over your lip/tattoo to prevent moisture and rubbing on the teeth, under the tongue, in the cheeks, est. to soak up moisture, in doing this you provide a better chance of the tattoo NOT fading, or at least not as fast. Also dont use alcoholic mouth wash or drink alcohol.

Hope I helped someone haha.

Comment by Anonymous

November 3rd 2010 01:59

im thinking about getting my lip tatted i want to know if its worth it? and how fast does it fade. and if it does fade does it fade all the way off?

Comment by mita

November 15th 2010 04:07

okay so im 14 and i have braces but my mom said she would let me get a lip tattoo if it would go away eventually. i dont want to have my lip tattoo forever but when it fades can you still see a little bit of it or will it completely go away?

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November 15th 2010 04:07

Comment by Whitney

November 19th 2010 13:24

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Some fade completely some fade partially. With braces, you'll have a quick fade.

Comment by Anonymous

November 20th 2010 22:22

got mine done a week ago, showed one or two people at school and then all of a sudden the whole year knew and the teachers rang my parents, so much for hidden LOL, but i do love it, it says sadface >.<

Comment by seanrr

December 3rd 2010 21:59

ok so i am about to get my lip tatt'd nd i read all the little comment about pain and the smudgin so i was wondering... what if i like keep my cheeks puff'd alot?? would that give it time to heal and so then my lips wouldnt cause it to fade at all or as muchh?

Comment by Whitney

December 13th 2010 17:46

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Keeping cheeks puffed, won't have much to do with your lip.

Comment by Robbie

December 14th 2010 05:39

Alright so I'm tryin to get a tattoo soon, but it has to be somewhere where it is not normally visible so I was thinking either my lip or thigh, but does anyone else have some suggestions?

Comment by Whitney

December 14th 2010 19:11

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Anywhere that you would normally have clothed.

Comment by Robbie

December 14th 2010 21:31

I mean like somewhere I would have to be trying to show them, even if I'm wearing shorts or no shirt.

Comment by Beau Bokan BTF

December 30th 2010 10:18

so ive read some of these comments and i was wondering just how much it cost..... or does it depend on the artist???

Comment by bri

December 30th 2010 19:04

Do you get blisters or anything bad to where people will notice you got it done?

Comment by Anonymous

January 5th 2011 14:06

I had some hebrew characters (my origins) tattooed on my inner lip on news years eve 2010. It took 5 minutes to do, but was kind of awkward since I had braces. Didn't hurt at all, unless your a whimp ..

I haven't had any alcohol or smoked so it was a fast healing: No swelling or pain. Just a bit tender for a day. Has slightly faded and will probably need a touch up. Highly recommend this tattoo, especially if your family is religious, this way you can hide it/show it whenever you like.

Comment by Anonymous

January 11th 2011 04:16

Okay so I have been thinking about getting my lip tattooed for a long while now, & I have my lip pierced already, so would that be something I would have to get rid of if I want the tattoo? & does it hurt A LOT more then a lip piercing?

Comment by Killjoy

February 14th 2011 20:02

I've been considering getting the words Na Na Na on my lip, for no other reason then it seem's cool... and i love the song... I don't have a general query, more just expressing thanks to this thread as it has been incredibly informative. TBH, I probably wont bother getting my lip done because I'm only gonna have to spend more and more money in the long run for it,. I have 4 tattoos - one of them since november 2007, and none of them have faded at all... so it wasnt something I'd considered

Comment by Anonymous

March 9th 2011 07:38

on a scale from 1-10 , how much does the inner lip tattoo hurt ?

Comment by Anonymous

March 11th 2011 17:07

Hi all.
I'm 100% going to get my lip tattooed, just don't know what to get yet but I'm sure it'll be something stupid, just to say I have done it. I wasn't planning on posting here but Whitney, as helpful as you are (and great at replying!) doesn't seem to have a clue..
-Lip piercings, just take them out before the tattoo is done. Even if it's not in the way, pulling your lip down for 5-20 minutes the piercing will just get uncomfortable. If the piercing is new, wait until it heals because your lip will already be in "shock" from the piercing and the tattoo will have less chance of healing.
-I would suggest getting a lip tattoo done when getting another tattoo (to save money) but if you're just getting the lip tattoo, it should cost no more than minimum price. That said, I know a few places who refuse to do them because it's not guaranteed to heal, they have to play with your mouth and it's bloody awkward to tattoo.
-All these people saying 14,15,16 year olds WILL regret their tattoo, quit generalising, i got one at 15 with my best friend of the time who screwed me over BIG TIME, I'm 24 now and LOVE the tattoo. Just don;t get one if you're prone to regret.
-With ANY tattoo, there are no guarantee's of permanence. I do not hold red, white or certain brands of black on any part of my body, they just fall straight out. THAT said, almost every place will offer one free touch up so i/you can get stuff fixed.
-If you are paying for your lip tattoo, they will most likely offer 1 free touch up, because generally if they arent willing to do a free touch up, they will just refuse to do it in the first place. I'd suggest if you're getting many tattoos to just get it touched up when you get other tattoo's done.
-Any foods/drinks high in acids will fade your tattoo faster. and the drier you can keep it, the better.
-As for getting it to fade faster (for people like the military guy) there's not a lot you can do. Getting a tattooist to tattoo over it without any ink and over work it, might be worth a shot, as it will create a new "scab" and as it heals should draw some, if not all of the ink out (depending how much is left)
-The depth and speed at which the tattoo is done will also play a big part. I have also seen a lot of people saying half has stayed and half faded. This does occur naturally but the artist could also play a part, if they worked at an inconsistent speed or depth or didnt top ink up enough, that could cause parts to fade more than others too.
I'm not sure anyone is going to bother reading this whole post but I hope it helps someone!
Weather it fades or not, I can't wait to get mine done!

Comment by Anonymous

March 12th 2011 23:20

I just got 1 sayin 'fuck off' i have to say the tattoo didnt hurt at all, it just vibrates your lip, but the downside was i lost my girlfriend of 3 years because of it lol.

Comment by Lindsey

March 14th 2011 23:13

Hiii everyone
okay so im 16 and i reallyyy want a lip tattoooo and all of you talk about it fading. im not really worried about that or the pain. i want a lip tattoo because im not sure if i want it to be permanet and i think the lip is perfect for that. if it ends up being permanet than whateverr. i just wanna know i guess if you think its worth it? it will be my first tattoo i know i want a tatto im just not sure if im gonna want it for forever. you know what i mean?

Comment by Anonymous

March 14th 2011 23:22

Do it.

Comment by Anonymous

March 16th 2011 23:20

i want to get rid of my lip tattoo now...is there any like scrubbing methods or rinsing methods that can make it go away or at least make it fade? i got it in august and it is still perfectly clear and didnt fade at all. help me i want this shit off my lip

Comment by Anonymous

March 16th 2011 23:25

Fool, its a tattoo! You shouldnt have got it!

Comment by Anonymous

March 28th 2011 00:08

so ive heard of the ink like bleeding thru the lip, and then showing up on the outside of your lip?? Has this happened to anyone on here? Or has anyone heard of this before?

Comment by Anonymous

March 29th 2011 09:27

Bleeding through to the other side of your lip? There is 100% no chance of that ever happening if you get it done at a tattoo shop.
Even not at a tattoo shop I'm pretty darn certain that will never happen (speaking from experience in tattooing)

Comment by Anonymous

April 21st 2011 12:37

cool to get one but really pointless because lips, hands and mouth will fade and if you want to keep it will have to keep getting it touched up about every 6 weeks

Comment by doll.ashes

April 26th 2011 16:05

I wanted to know if:

DON'T OVER
THINK IT.

..is too long? and how much does a lip tattoo usually cost?

Comment by bre

May 2nd 2011 20:20

got mine done last night.
it was quick and hurt LESS then the tattoo on my ankle,
i love it!... but it hasnt even been 24 hours yet and its about to fade):

Comment by Anonymous

May 11th 2011 04:37

alright so i reaalllyyy wanna get one of these. BUT. my arents really arent down to let me get one. and i mean like for sure i can do it on my opwn im a big boy i have connections thats not what im worried about its just more can you see it at all when you talk? and can you tell when someones just got one? i read above that it stays swollen for a little while but what does a little while mean? as in like 15 minutes or as in 3 days. thank you so much to who ever responds!!

Comment by Anonymous

May 25th 2011 07:35

I let an amateur artist do mine with a home made tat gun. Im praying to god it will be gone soon. Don't ever let someone non pro tat you. No matter how smashed you are. Ever.

Comment by tara

June 28th 2011 19:56

]I got a lip tattoo yesterday that says love in cursive. you expect it to hurt much more than it actually does. It just feels like you're at the dentist pretty much. my brother and his girlfriend have eachothers nick names on their lips. they've had them for a few years now and they haven't faded yet. it all depends on your care for it. the pain from 1-10 id say is 5 and your lip doesn't swelll noticebly at all. it might bleed though because mine did

Comment by Anonymous

July 18th 2011 07:35

this is beast , i'm qettin onee ?

Comment by Anonymous

July 18th 2011 07:36

this is beast , i'm qettin onee ?

Comment by brooklyn

July 26th 2011 01:29

i got one 2 days ago. it didnt hurt at all! it cost me 40 because thats the shops minimun. but i love it

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Comment by brooklyn

July 26th 2011 01:31

mine is love in cursive too! what are you supposed to do after you get it? mines blue. the guy said not to drink anything carbanated ot nothing acitic for a week after.

Comment by Anonymous

July 26th 2011 01:59

I just got a lip tattoo less than a week ago and for the most part it's completely faded. It looked great until I brushed my teeth the next day than afterwards the whole 2nd word was unreadable. It was my first tattoo and I didn't think it was painful whatsoever. Toward the center was a little more sensitive than the sides, also when she went back over the words again it made me flinch. If anything it was harder to keep my lip pulled down without moving. My only suggestion would be to get your tattoo done somewhere that does free touch ups.

Comment by Anonymous

August 1st 2011 20:32

will it hurt or fade more with braces?

Comment by Anonymous

August 3rd 2011 19:11

Can you taste it?

Comment by xALASTAIRx

August 8th 2011 22:43

Im thinking about it, Im 14. Yes im 14. I havnt had a tattoo before but i have plenty of peircings and i know my plain tolerance is fine, Im straight edge and im thinking about getting SxE or xXx on my lip just wondering, It will definetly fade right? I mean i dont care if i can see stilll see it when im like 50 if i live that long :L But im just wondering does it work differently for different people? Like it might fade or it wont fade or it will completly be gone in like a year :L I know plenty of tattoo artist that are fine with it

Comment by Anonymous

August 14th 2011 14:22

im fifteen and my moms agreed to letting me get a lip tattoo, its nine letters long, but im due to get braces sometime between now and the end of the year, so im worried about wether that will affect my tattoo?

Comment by Anonymous

August 16th 2011 05:54

I am getting the infinity symbol on my bottom lip, very simple and bold. I'll be getting it in the next month or two. Does having teeth that rub on your lips effect your tattoo more? And would it help if I put something between my lip and teeth? To act as a barrier. You know, everyone doesn't have to be so confortational. People will do what they will.

Comment by Anonymous

August 16th 2011 07:38

It's more to do with the acid's in your saliva breaking down your tattoo than the rubbing. Saliva also helps things heal really fast so being in your mouth the tattoo heals quicker while your saliva also tries to....dissolve/digest...the ink. Braces wouldn't help matters much at all but shouldn't affect it that much more if the tattoo is healed. And yes I do think putting something between your teeth and the tattoo would be a good idea, for keeping your saliva off it.

Comment by Anonymous

August 19th 2011 19:47

So would it be a good idea to maybe do half and half?
Like half the time covered and half time with A&

ointment? Kinda like the hot and cold method?

Comment by Bracetty

August 28th 2011 19:29

i want to get my lip tattooed for my 18th birthday.(next day) But i'm unsure what to get. any ideas?
Also wanted to know if i can get the ink in a different color than just black. or will it fade faster?

Comment by Anonymous

August 29th 2011 00:13

Outline ink and fill in ink are made differently. Coloured inks (blues, red, purples etc..) are fill-in inks. Black liner ink and black fill-in ink are also made differently. That's why most lip tattoo's you see are black, because they're done in "Black liner" and will hold better. You can try other colours but without the liner they will most certainly fade faster.

Comment by Anonymous

August 31st 2011 05:23

Read the million comments above. That could help.

Comment by Anonymous

September 7th 2011 14:44

Me and my boyfriend want to go get one but my mom would KILLLLL me . Even though I am 18.. so how noticeable is it? Can I get away with it ?

Comment by Anonymous

September 11th 2011 14:52

im gonna get a tattoo in my lip that says "misunderstood" hopefully it doesnt fade away as quickly as NEXT MORNING....

Comment by APC

September 26th 2011 05:20

I have 5 tattoos. One is in my lip... it probably hurt the least. For me at least.

Comment by Anonymous

October 7th 2011 00:01

I'm really thinking of getting a lip tattoo, mom isn't to thrilled, but I want a key on my lip and a heart with a lock on it on the upper part of my arm. I thought it was a really awesome idea. I'm not really worried about the pain, just worried about the cost.

Comment by Anonymous

October 13th 2011 03:57

i really want to get one like this. but i want to know moree info like pain,swelling,and fading mostly.. how does it fade and so do we like swallow the ink? is that safe/

Comment by Anonymous

October 17th 2011 18:00

for those worried about touch up costs, most tattoo parlors, usually do free touch ups as long as the tattoo you get is from there.

Comment by Anonymous

November 3rd 2011 19:47

I was wondering if there is any way to not have it permanently .

Comment by Anonymous

November 10th 2011 22:17

okay, soo. i defiantly want a lip tattoo, but i DO want it to fade, but not right away, is there a way to do so ? or i've heard of people getting temporary tattoo's, that feel the same as normal ones but of course don't stay permanently, do they make those for lip tattoos ?

Comment by Anonymous

December 1st 2011 02:20

I have a lip tattoo, also i tattoo personally tattoo lips myself. The pain is nothing to bend out of shape about. lip tattoo's generally take about 10 min, its not bad at all considering there is almost little to no pain after the tattoo is completed. a bunch of small pinches is all.

i have had my lip tattoo for almost 2yrs now and its still running pretty solid. its all about the artist that does it and how deep they go when tattooing when it comes to fading. generally lip tattoos wont last over 5 yrs, its rare for them to last any longer than that.

as far as the needle going through the lip, its nearly impossible. when tattooing the gun and needle are set to go a certain distance into the lip, eliminating all possibality of the need going through.

lip tattoos are good for your fist tattoo because the pain isnt quit as bad as a normal tattoo but you can still get a feel for it as if it was. and its not forever so theres really no regrets.

I HOPE THIS HELPS YOU ALL!

Comment by Anonymous

December 8th 2011 22:59

What are some cute words I can get on the inside of my bottom lip that aren't dirty or trashy? I already have one tattoo on my side that flows up my back but I want one thats hidden . Also is it even worth getting it done since it fade? Thanks so much

Comment by Anonymous

January 10th 2012 23:44

If I want one done, what would I have to do to look after it? And can I drink alcohol the same day?

Comment by Anonymous

January 15th 2012 06:41

Ok.
Caring for the tattoo:
* Keeping the mouth dry for the first 3 days is vital, the reason a tattoo will fade over the first week is because the ink has leaked, not because it has faded.
* Keep eating and drinking to a minimal, if you have to drink anything, make it water.
* NOT PLAY WITH IT, if you suck on your lip, lick it etc. It will move the Ink and it won't stick.
* Receive touch ups asap after healing. Again, it's making sure the ink is settled and will stick.

IF you follow these steps for at least the first 3 days of the healing process, it will help reduce the chances of fading.

Another thing. Your design needs to be simple. The skin in the lip has a different elasticity to the skin on your arm for example.
This means the skin doesn't come together as well to hold the ink, making it blurry and hard to read.
The larger and more simple the tattoo, the longer it will stay readable.

Please have your information correct before posting.

Comment by Anonymous

January 15th 2012 06:41

Comment by Anonymous

January 17th 2012 04:18

helllo, im almost 18 and want a lip tattoo, but i dont think i'll want it to last forever, but i also dont want part of it to fade and have part of it last forever.
is it more likely for it to fade unevenly than for it to fade in unison?

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