But look even closer, and you just might spot some high-levelnail art:nail tattoos.
Tattoos are usually for forever but as it turns out, nail tats aren’t apermanent choice.
What are nail tattoos?
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Nail tattoos are exactly what they sound like: tattoos applied to your fingernails rather than your skin.
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Are nail tattoos permanent?
Pignanelli tattoos her clients' nails as well as her own with everything from nails to spiderwebs.
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“I would recommend keeping the design as minimal as possible.
you could get creative with the use of fine lines or dots,” he adds.
“Just have fun with it,” adds Pignanelli, “It’s temporary!”
Are nail tattoos safe?
Both Dr. Marmur and Pignanelli confirm that nail tattoos are generally very safe.
“It is safe when done at the correct depth,” specifies Dr. Marmur.
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“Nail tattoos are like scratches in the nail plate which is, like hair, densely-packed keratin.
And if you’ve ever injureda fingernail, you know that it’s a sensitive and vulnerable area.
“The risk would be bleeding and infection, which can become dangerous quickly in the finger.
The worst case iscompartment syndrome, which is an emergency,” she explains.
In general, though, it’s as safe as atypical tattoo.
All that said, nail tattoos are certainly not DIY-safe.
“No tattoos should ever be done at home including nail tattoos,” warns Noire.
“Always go to a professional; it really isn’t worth the risk.
I especially wouldn’t recommend stick and poke for your nails.
Do some research and find an artist you trust.”
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Do nail tattoos hurt?
Both Noire and Pignanelli reassureAllurethat the process should be painless, save for some mild pressure.
“It doesn’t hurt.
She does note that those withweaker nailsmay feel a stronger sensation.
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