Do Men Like Tattoos on Women? Poll Results Revealed

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We asked men their opinion on tattooed women
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The results are in on whether men like tattooed women! We polled wikiHow readers to find out what men really think of tattoos on women . We’re here to answer all your burning questions, provide reasons men may or may not like tattoos on women , and help you decide if getting a tattoo is the right decision for you.

Are men attracted to tattoos on women?

Reader Poll: We asked 163 wikiHow readers if they like tattoos on women, and 44% of them said No, I don’t like tattoos on women. [Take Poll] While some men may prefer women without ink, it’s ultimately a personal preference, and other men are attracted to women with tattoos.

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Do men like women with tattoos?

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  1. While it’s ultimately a personal preference, of the men we polled, many said they’re not a fan of tattoos on women. However, this isn’t true of all men, as others said they like tattoos on women, and some said it depends on how the tattoos look.
    • Some say men prefer women without tattoos because it makes the women seem more innocent and virtuous. However, this is just a stereotype, as all women have unique personalities that are unrelated to whether or not they have tattoos.
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What do men think of women with tattoos?

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  1. According to a study conducted by Swami and Furnham in 2007, tattooed women were rated as less physically attractive but more sexually promiscuous. The experiment showed that men believed women with tattoos were more likely to have sex on a first date than women with no tattoos. [1]
    • This could be because tattoos have historically been associated with rebelliousness and impulsiveness.
    • Keep in mind that this is just a stereotype. Every person with tattoos is unique, and having tattoos isn’t related to how someone expresses their sexuality.
  2. Men who like women with tattoos often associate tattoos with positive traits, like creativity, individuality, and boldness. They may think women with tattoos have a strong sense of identity and aren’t afraid to be themselves.
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Should I get a tattoo as a woman?

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  1. Because tattoos are permanent, it’s important to make sure you really want one before you get it. If you do, go for it! Don’t worry about stereotypes or whether or not men find it attractive. If you like it and it makes you feel confident, that’s all that matters.

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      References

      1. ↑ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23657810/
      2. ↑ Michelle Myles. Tattoo Artist & Co-owner, Daredevil Tattoo. Expert Interview
      3. ↑ Michelle Myles. Tattoo Artist & Co-owner, Daredevil Tattoo. Expert Interview

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