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Being tattooed is not just a recent trend, but also one that has been going on since ancient times. Most people do not know that tattoos have been around for so long, and that they were not as popular as they are today. Tattoos in earlier eras were not as popular as they are today, and were usually associated with unpalatable people who considered themselves different from society. Before examining why tattoos are so popular, let us look at what a tattoo actually is. A tattoo is a needle puncturing the skin using ink, and leaving an impression. The needle pokes deeply into the skin and the ink remains leaving the design or image. Tattooing tools have greatly evolved over time. Modern day needles can puncture up to 30,000 times a minute, whereas in ancient times, people would use a sharp bone to puncture the skin. Earlier tattoos were associated with gypsies, hippies, inmates, sailors (remember Popeye?) and rebels. However, with the growing influence of media and popularization of tattoos, every one wants to get a tattoo done these days. Celebrity endorsement has also given the art a new lease of life. These days every one from teenagers to grand parents like sporting tattoos. Tattoos are more like symbols which tell an onlooker about a person's ideal, principles likes and dislikes in life. In earlier eras, tattoos were associated with gypsies, hippies, sailors and rebels. Then when tattoos began to gain more attention in the media, and when many celebrities began to get them, there was a rise in popularity, and suddenly tattoos became a trend. People young and old began to decorate their bodies with tattoos, and used them as an expression of themselves and their individuality. Tattoos have been around since the beginning of the human race. They were used to depict the faith, caste, ideals and other individual characteristics. They can be a way to express your self or your creativity or even a way to rebel about something without making a fuss. Many people use tattoos to mark important events in their life as well. Tattoos are as unique as the people who sport them because they display the fearless and bold nature of the person. Moreover, most people are in awe of people who have the courage to get bold tattoos done! Indeed, tattoos are a great way to communicate your mind set to the other person without saying a word. No wonder they are considered so cool!
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