Bennifer went viral for their matching couples tattoo.
Before you and your boo follow in their footsteps, keep these pro tips in mind.
Joi Bailey is a professional tattoo artist at Genesis Tattoo Studio in Addison, Texas.
You may even have a Pinterest dedicated to them (we dont judge!).
Before you follow in Bennifers footsteps, tattoo artists recommend considering these five precautions.
5 things to consider before getting a couples tattoo, according to tattoo artists
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Brandon Kemp is a professional tattoo artist working at a private studio in Denton, Texas.
American traditional tattoo artistBrandon Kempsays that different skin types yield different healing results, too.
Thats just the nature of it.
Everybodys skin is different.
I was like, you know what, I think I like this tattoo now.
Finally, laser tattoo removal isnt perfect.
Aftercare, if not done properly, can result in permanent visible skin damage.
And unfortunately,its fairly common to be left with some kind of inkresidue in your skin post-treatment.
Images are easier than script to get right
Script tattoos leave little to the imagination.
Im actually going to do a couples tattoo [like this] next week, says Kemp.
Brandon Kemp is a professional tattoo artist working at a private studio in Denton, Texas.
If youre already tattooed, consider picking something that meshes well with your existing body art.
On that same note, pick an artist that specializes in your preferred style, says Kemp.
If you want a black-and-gray tattoo, go to an artist that specializes in black and gray tattoos.
Resist getting one on impulse
We know, we know.
Time is a social construct, love is love, and life is short.
Taking into account the length and history of your relationship, though, is a healthy precaution.
If youre wanting a couples tattoo, really,reallythink about what you want.
Like a romantic partnership, its not a decision to be entered in to lightly.
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