how to persuade people Not to get tattoos?

Question

need to give a persuasive speech in class, how to persuade my audience not to get tattoos and how bad it is to get ones. thanks!

Answer 1

describe in detail what the tatoo will look like after 20 years .should do it

Answer 2

Lie to them. It works for people here, at least to themselves.



If you want a real answer, as there are legit reasons to not get a tattoo, you may wish to phrase the question with somewhat less bias.



Otherwise, it's kind of walking into an all-meat marvel deli and asking how to make people vegetarian.



Addendum: It may be "just a topic", but the presentation of the question is from a non-objective perspective, and there has been quite enough of that here. Besides, as you mention, it's your homework. I'm guessing high school at highest, since college professors & lecturers can get feral when a subjective initial standpoint is taken (with some obvious exceptions, of course).



As with any research project, you get to do the legwork. That might mean we give you answers hardly appropriate for what you need and you'll want to parse them. Who knows, maybe how this is asked & answered can be the part of the speech? Otherwise, if we give you perfect answers and do your homework for you, it's not exactly fair to get credit for the homework, is it? We're here to help answer questions, but this isn't the same.

Answer 3

I can't claim that it's bad for anyone to EVER get tattooed [my mother tried that on me and clearly it didn't work, but I DID think this all through before taking the plunge] but I can give you some specific problems that can come up. If you generalize enough and put a lot of spin on it, maybe it'll be enough to convince your teacher to give you a good grade.



-Plenty of people make a spur-of-the-moment decision to get a tattoo and they're under the needle twenty minutes later. Often they don't bother finding a decent shop and end up with a crappy job; there are a lot of amazing artists out there but there are even more horrible ones. Other times, they pick a random flash design because it's 'cute' or 'badass', or because they're scared to death of how it'll feel and the picture looked nice and tiny on the wall so it won't be a long sitting. If they're especially impulsive [and/or drunk] they do all of these. Most people who say they regret their tattoos don't say they'd never do it again, they just say they'd be less stupid about it.

-Most of the time when it comes to tattooing you get what you pay for. I'm not saying there's anything wrong with saving money in general; I do it all the time at places like the grocery store. One should approach tattoos with a different mindset. Unfortunately, not everyone does.

-Lots of people who get tattoos as fashion statements don't seem to process that it's a lifetime commitment. I'm not trying to put it on the level with having children, but you have to take meticulous care during healing and minimize sun exposure for the rest of your life if you want to keep your ink looking sharp. Some people just get a tattoo and start treating it like normal skin once the bandage from the shop comes off; they go swimming and hottubbing every night for a week after because what's spring break without it and of course it'll be fine, scratch whenever it itches, tan every week, and then complain a few years later when it looks like actual literal crap. Some people will get angry if I say that in some ways it's a bigger commitment than marriage, but let's face it. If you don't get along with your spouse, you don't need to get them removed by a medical practitioner.

-Much as it irritates many of us, tattoos do carry a certain stigma. As the saying goes, 'The difference between people with tattoos and those without is that the people with tattoos don't care if you're tattooed or not.'

-People change. You might think your girlfriend is the sexiest girl you'll ever know and it's worth getting her name in huge letters across your stomach, but that doesn't mean you'll be together forever [and trying to only date girls named Brunhilde for the rest of your life so it's fitting might be somewhat limiting]. Perhaps you think My Little Pony is just SO AMAZING that you HAVE to entire product line standing on rainbows as full sleeves on both your arms [and sure, kids will love it] but people pointing and laughing will probably get old pretty fast. Maybe you're absolutely SURE the pop band du jour will always make you swoon, but your future fiancé might not appreciate the 'I [heart] HOTBOYZ' on your breast. You might be such a revolutionary now that getting 'F*ck the capit-' up your right arm and '-alist system!' down your left seems like the most amazing statement you could possibly make with your working-class body, but when you're nervous and sweating your way through that job interview with a Fortune 500 company with major advancement opportunities and unconsciously roll up your shirtsleeves, it might not go over so well.

-Unexpected things happen in life, and you have to live with the results. Take, for instance, the man who had 'I LOVE WOMEN' proudly inked on his leg. He needed bypass surgery so doctors grafted a vein from the leg into his heart, cutting through the tattoo in the process. Due to post-operative scarring, the tattoo now reads 'I LOVE MEN'. Not quite the same sentiment. He now refuses to wear shorts. [Check the sources section for a link with pictures.]



Hopefully this helps you out. I'm the kind of dork who usually had fun arguing the side opposite my beliefs in school, so I get where you might be coming from. :)

Answer 4

good topic

talk about price to get it there and price to get it off

and the pain

go on lots about the pain

and how super tough strong men cry when they get a tattoo

and talk about what ur friends and family will think of them if they dont want them to get one and they do

and how so many ppl payed lots and thought they were absolutly sure they wanted it then a few years later decided they dont acculy want it and spend even more money to get it off.its bad for ur skin and could get seriously infected. and how it might not even turn out exactly how they want it. and tell them to remember things they thought were cool when they were like 10-11 sure they loved ponys and fairys and bunnies etc. but do they like them now? prolly not, or not as much, they grew outta it. same thing with tattoos, if u decide to get one when ur a teen and then u grow up thinking why the hell did i have his name tattooed on me?? you change as you grow up, chances are ur ideas and thoughts do too. many people regret it, dont be one of them. (good ending sentence right there.) haha good luck

Answer 5

I do not think you have any right to try and talk people out of getting a tattoo it is up to the individual? You can of course explain the pros and cons of getting a tattoo but it is a decision they only they themselves can make.

Answer 6

Do a little research first. Look at the pros and cons that people give for not getting/getting a tattoo.

Answer 7

You should survery people that have tattoos, and give the pros and cons of having them.



I got my tatts when i was 18 fresh out of H.S. and they are in a private place, where i can see them, and occasionally other people when i am in a bikini.... its a LIFE LONG CHOICE to get a tatt,



check the area and see a laser tattoo removal place and check on the prices for removal and add that into your arguement,



Sometimes you might get a bad artist and you end up with a bad tatt, and then you have to get it redone.



or you change your mind 6 years down the road that you dont want Dolphins on your arm so you have to have the Tatt Artist to Cover it up.



Tatts are life style choice, or sometimes a drunk choice

i come from a beach town, so the spring breakers and summer vactioners..think its SOOOO COOL to get a tatt...

and sometimes it just becomes trashy on girls.



you eventually will grow up and want a professional job, you dont want a tatt peeping out of your clothes, or a bridal gown ... or u dont want to be 68 explaining why it says SEXY THANG on your lower back to the grand kids.

Answer 8

tell them it will remain there for the rest of their life and what is cute at a younger age is not cute when you are 30,40, or 50 I have 2 and I wish I didn't. I got them when I was young I regret b/c they are visible and at the age of 29 I really do not want to have a big tattoo on my arm of a cub, I have my childs name underneath it but if I could do it all over again I probably would not have gotten it at all or had it smaller and more discreet so no one could see it. It bothers me in the summer when I wear tank tops. It mainly bothers me when I want to wear certain clothes, more when I wear somethin formal to somewhere formal. Plain and simple I just feel that I am too old for it. When you are young you dont realize how much the decisions you make affect you even somethin as stupid as a tattoo. When first got it I would never have thought that one day would not want it.

Answer 9

you should tell people to do anything of the sort! you should change your report to plastic surgery or maybe botox not tattoos!

Answer 10

umm dont persuade people. mind your own business and let them make their own decisions

Answer 11

tattoo yourself..... and show them HOW BAD they are...

Answer 12

It seems like everyone has a tattoo these days. What used to be the property of sailors, outlaws, and biker gangs is now a popular body decoration for many people. And it's not just anchors, skulls, and battleships anymore — from school emblems to Celtic designs to personalized symbols, people have found many ways to express themselves with their tattoos. Maybe you've thought about getting one. But before you head down to the nearest tattoo shop and roll up your sleeve, there are a few things you need to know.



So What Exactly Is a Tattoo?



A tattoo is a puncture wound, made deep in your skin, that's filled with ink. It's made by penetrating your skin with a needle and injecting ink into the area, usually creating some sort of design. What makes tattoos so long-lasting is they're so deep — the ink isn't injected into the epidermis (the top layer of skin that you continue to produce and shed throughout your lifetime). Instead, the ink is injected into the dermis, which is the second, deeper layer of skin. Dermis cells are very stable, so the tattoo is practically permanent.



Tattoos used to be done manually — that is, the tattoo artist would puncture the skin with a needle and inject the ink by hand. Though this process is still used in some parts of the world, most tattoo shops use a tattoo machine these days. A tattoo machine is a handheld electric instrument that uses a tube and needle system. On one end is a sterilized needle, which is attached to tubes that contain ink. A foot switch is used to turn on the machine, which moves the needle in and out while driving the ink about 1/8 inch (about 3 millimeters) into your skin.



Most tattoo artists know how deep to drive the needle into your skin, but not going deep enough will produce a ragged tattoo, and going too deep can cause bleeding and intense pain. Getting a tattoo can take several hours, depending on the size and design chosen.



Does It Hurt to Get a Tattoo?

Getting a tattoo can hurt, but the level of pain can vary. Because getting a tattoo involves being stuck multiple times with a needle, it can feel like getting a bunch of shots or being stung by a hornet multiple times. Some people describe the tattoo sensation as "tingling." It all depends on your pain threshold, how good the person wielding the tattoo machine is, and where exactly on your body you're getting the tattoo. Also, keep in mind that you'll probably bleed a little.



If You're Thinking About It

If you're thinking about getting a tattoo, there is one very important thing you have to keep in mind — getting it done safely. Although it might look a whole lot cooler than a big scab, a new tattoo is also a wound. Like any other slice, scrape, puncture, cut, or penetration to your skin, a tattoo is at risk for infections and disease.



First, make sure you're up to date with your immunizations (especially hepatitis and tetanus shots) and plan where you'll get medical care if your tattoo becomes infected (signs of infection include excessive redness or tenderness around the tattoo, prolonged bleeding, pus, or changes in your skin color around the tattoo).



If you have a medical problem such as heart disease, allergies, diabetes, skin disorders, a condition that affects your immune system, or infections — or if you are pregnant — ask your doctor if there are any special concerns you should have or precautions you should take beforehand. Also, if you're prone to getting keloids (an overgrowth of scar tissue in the area of the wound), it's probably best to avoid getting a tattoo altogether.



It's very important to make sure the tattoo studio is clean and safe, and that all equipment used is disposable (in the case of needles, gloves, masks, etc.) and sterilized (everything else). Some states, cities, and communities set up standards for tattoo studios, but others don't. You can call your state, county, or local health department to find out about the laws in your community, ask for recommendations on licensed tattoo shops, or check for any complaints about a particular studio.



Professional studios usually take pride in their cleanliness. Here are some things to check for:



Make sure the tattoo studio has an autoclave (a device that uses steam, pressure, and heat for sterilization). You should be allowed to watch as equipment is sterilized in the autoclave.

Check that the tattoo artist is a licensed practitioner. If so, the tattoo artist should be able to provide you with references.

Be sure that the tattoo studio follows the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Universal Precautions. These are regulations that outline procedures to be followed when dealing with bodily fluids (in this case, blood).

If the studio looks unclean, if anything looks out of the ordinary, or if you feel in any way uncomfortable, find a better place to get your tattoo.



What's the Procedure Like?

Here's what you can expect from a normal tattooing procedure:



The tattoo artist will first wash his or her hands with a germicidal soap.

The to-be-tattooed area on your body will be cleaned and disinfected.

The tattoo artist will put on clean, fresh gloves (and possibly a surgical mask).

The tattoo artist will explain the sterilization procedure to you and open up the single-use, sterilized equipment (such as needles, etc.).

Using the tattoo machine (with a sterile, single-use needle attached), the tattoo artist will begin drawing an outline of the tattoo under your skin.

The outline will be cleaned with antiseptic soap and water.

Sterile, thicker needles will be installed on the tattoo machine, and the tattoo artist will start shading the design. After cleaning the area again, color will be injected.

Any blood will be removed by a sterile, disposable cloth or towel.

When finished, the area, now sporting a finished tattoo, will be cleaned once again and a bandage will be applied.

Taking Care of a Tattoo

The last step in getting a tattoo is very important — taking care of the tattoo until it fully heals. Follow all of the instructions the studio gives you for caring for your tattoo to make sure it heals properly. Also, keep in mind that it's very important to call your doctor right away if you see or feel any signs of infection such as pain, spreading redness, swelling, or drainage of pus. To make sure your tattoo heals properly:



Keep a bandage on the area for up to 24 hours.

Avoid touching the tattooed area and don't pick at any scabs that may form.

Wash the tattoo with an antibacterial soap (don't use alcohol or peroxide — they'll dry out the tattoo). Use a soft towel to dry the tattoo — just pat it dry and be sure not to rub it.

Rub antibiotic ointment into the tattoo. Don't use petroleum jelly!

Put an ice pack on the tattooed area if you see any redness or swelling.

Try not to get the tattoo wet until it fully heals. Stay away from pools, hot tubs, or long, hot baths.

Keep your tattoo away from the sun until it's fully healed.

Even after it's fully healed, a tattoo is more susceptible to the sun's rays, so it's a good idea to always keep it protected from direct sunlight. If you're outside often or hang out at the beach, it's recommended that you always wear a sunscreen with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 on the tattoo. This not only protects your skin, but keeps the tattoo from fading.



What Are the Risks?

If you decide to get a tattoo, chances are everything will go as planned. But if disinfection and sterilization steps aren't followed, there are some things you need to be aware of that can go wrong. If you don't go to a tattoo studio or the tattoo studio doesn't follow precautions like using sterilized equipment or if it shares ink between customers, you're putting yourself at risk for getting viral infections such as hepatitis, bacterial skin infections, or dermatitis (severe skin irritation).



Also, some people have allergic reactions to the tattoo ink. And if you already have a skin condition such as eczema, you may have flare-ups as a result of the tattoo.



Serious complications can result if you attempt to do a tattoo yourself, have a friend do it for you, or have it done in any unclean environment. Because tattooing involves injections under the skin, viruses such as HIV and hepatitis B and C can be transferred into your body if proper precautions aren't followed. For this reason, the American Red Cross and some other blood banks require people to wait 12 months after getting a tattoo before they can donate blood.



Tattoo Removal

A lot of people love their tattoos and keep them forever. But others decide a couple of years down the road that they really don't like that rose on their ankle or snake on their bicep anymore. Or maybe you broke up with your boyfriend or girlfriend and no longer want his or her initials on your stomach. What then?



In the past, tattoo removal required surgery, but now it can be done through a medical procedure that uses a laser. Some tattoo shops also offer tattoo removal, but it's a better idea to make sure the person doing the removal is a medical doctor. Before you go just anywhere to get your tattoo removed, check with your doctor or contact the American Dermatological Association to find a reputable laser removal specialist in your area.



Although it's called tattoo removal, completely removing a tattoo can be difficult depending on factors like how old the tattoo is, how big the tattoo is, and the types and colors of inks that were used. Removal of the entire tattoo is not always guaranteed. It's best to consult with a dermatologist who specializes in tattoo removal to get your questions answered — such as whether anesthesia is used. The dermatologist can also give you a good idea of how much (if not all) of the tattoo can be removed.



Laser tattoo removal usually requires a number of visits, with each procedure lasting only a few minutes. Anesthesia may or may not be used. What happens is the laser sends short zaps of light through the top layers of your skin, with the laser's energy aimed at specific pigments in the tattoo. Those zapped pigments are then removed by your body's immune system.



Removing a tattoo by laser can be uncomfortable and can feel a lot like getting a tattoo. The entire process can take several weeks.



Just like when you get a tattoo, you must look after the wound area after a tattoo is removed. The area should be kept clean, but it shouldn't be scrubbed. Also, it might turn red for a few days and a scab might form. Don't rub or scrub the area or pick at the scab. Let it heal on its own.



Laser tattoo removal is usually effective for the most part, but there can be some side effects. The area can become infected or scarred, and it can also be susceptible to hyperpigmentation, which causes the area where your tattoo used to be to become darker than your normal skin, or hypopigmentation, which causes the area where your tattoo used to be to become lighter than your normal skin color.



Now for the big part — tattoo removal can be pretty expensive. Depending on factors like the size and design of the tattoo, removal can cost significantly more than the actual tattoo.



So Is It Worth It?

Is getting a tattoo worth the money and hassle? It's up to you. Some people really enjoy their tattoos and keep them for life, whereas others might regret that they acted on impulse and didn't think enough about it before they got one. Getting a tattoo is a big deal, especially because they're designed to be permanent.



If you've thought about it and decided you want a tattoo, make sure you do a little detective work and find a clean, safe, and professional tattoo shop. Also, remember that getting and maintaining a tattoo involves some responsibility — after you leave the tattoo shop, it's up to you to protect and treat it to prevent infections or other complications.