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Permanent Decisions, Questionable Taste: 40 Tattoos That Should’ve Been Temporary

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Tattoos are meant to be permanent expressions of identity, passion, or personal milestones. But sometimes… they’re just permanent mistakes. Welcome to the wonderfully chaotic world of tattoo decisions that probably should’ve stayed in the “maybe” folder—or better yet, on a temporary sticker sheet from a vending machine.

In this list, we’ve gathered 40 tattoos that raise more questions than answers. Was this a bet gone wrong? Did the artist misunderstand the assignment? Or was the client just that committed to the bit? From misspelled words of wisdom to portrait work that looks more like cursed fan art, each inked masterpiece here is a reminder that some choices really should be slept on—maybe for a few months.

Whether you’re here to cringe, laugh, or feel better about your own regrettable lower-back tribal from 2003, you’re in good company. Because if there’s one thing these tattoos have in common, it’s that they were done with conviction… and possibly no spellcheck. So roll up your sleeves (literally or metaphorically) and enjoy this gallery of body art that proves not all ink is created equal—but it is always entertaining.

#1 Is this tattoo considered bad?

13404 1Source: honeybutter__

#2 I want to tell my friend her tattoo is bad but she loves it

13404 2Source: kaitokilljoy

#3 Pharaoh gone wrong anyone got advice on what to do with my tattoo

13404 3Source: PracticalAd422

#4 What an amazing cover up

13404 4Source: tramatized_grrl

#5 Done by local shop owner

13404 5Source: CorgiSufficient5453

#6 yet another bad one from my local small-town shop…

13404 6Source: 666ImNotCreative420

#7 Is this leopard proportionate?

13404 7Source: Nice-Ad-8369

#8 Is this leopard proportionate?

13404 8Source: ExpertZealousideal56

#9 Bar Code Tattoo 😂🤣 Does it scan ?!

13404 9Source: ExpertZealousideal56

#10 let my sister tattoo greg heffley on me. yes it’s bad.do i regret it? no.

13404 10Source: bunnyrots

#11 My mother is a tattoo artist…

13404 11Source: Callipotech

#12 The line work is bad but I love my derpy lil’ Mr. Saturn tattoo

13404 12Source: No-patrick-the-lid

#13 Found this on Instagram

13404 13Source: Ok-Grass9130

#14 Tattoo my relative got, how do I tell him he needs to get a refund

13404 14Source: intoxicatedvibes

#15 Uhhh that’s a no for me.

13404 15Source: cliffordloofe

#16 Saw this bad boy on instagram

13404 16Source: Matty_Cooper

#17 What would yall have done differently

13404 17Source: Taintwelder1

#18 Found on Facebook

13404 18Source: TrinityEveBatz

#19 He’s a chunky boy (the cat)

13404 19Source: Beni_Stingray

#20 Enjoy the silence?

13404 20Source: JessLovU

#21 The longer you look the worse it gets (taken from firstrespondercringe).

13404 21Source: BADoVLAD

#22 Found this cover up on Facebook

13404 22Source: haylakess

#23 If you can’t a way, great one.

13404 23Source: alternate_world_

#24 Hell yeah chase that sack🔥

13404 24Source: Pristine-Anybody-877

#25 My mother is a Tattoo artist- sister’s one

13404 25Source: Callipotech

#26 I did it when I was 16 it seemed like a good idea

13404 26Source: fckingcherry_

#27 what the… no hate to OP…

13404 27Source: Time_Turnover_6137

#28 Someone said it looks like bacon grease and maple syrup

13404 28Source: wis91

#29 Live a hope..??

13404 29Source: alternate_world_

#30 part 2 of my local artist 🔥🔥🔥 koi

13404 30Source: Ok_Unit_8880

#31 Ugly QR tattoo from a french artist I follow

13404 31Source: Abstract-coleoptera

#32 save me me from myself

13404 32Source: teciaa

#33 Found this gem on tiktok

13404 33Source: i-eat-shite

#34 Idk what’s worse: the overall line work, the hairy fish, or the hand.

13404 34Source: Clean-Ad-8872

#35 Found this gem on my Tinder

13404 35Source: No_Reception_9326

#36 Local artist says he’s been tattooing more than 5 years

13404 36Source: ExpressionPhysical37

#37 Is that a French braid or brain?

13404 37Source: LoudAd1537

#38 Tattooed myself when I was 16, Now 31. Up there on the shitmeter.

13404 38Source: Potential_Initial903

#39 Sorry I am different

13404 39Source: alternate_world_

#40 Thoughts on the tattoos I (19f) did on myself with no experience?

13404 40Source: No-Aide2987

And there you have it—40 tattoos that prove “forever” might be too long for some decisions. Whether they made you laugh, wince, or reconsider your next trip to the tattoo parlor, each of these artistic misfires stands as a bold (if baffling) testament to human creativity and confidence. Maybe too much confidence.

But hey, life’s about taking risks—and sometimes those risks involve permanently inking a mistranslated quote or a portrait that looks like it was drawn by a potato. If nothing else, these tattoos serve as cautionary tales… or conversation starters at the very least.

So next time you find yourself tempted by a spontaneous tattoo idea, remember: just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. Unless, of course, your goal is to make it onto the next list of tattoo disasters. In that case—ink away, legend.

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Minh Kyler is an author and editor at Grumpy Sharks. He is a dedicated member of the editorial team, always striving to provide readers with high-quality content. With his meticulous and careful approach, Minh Kyler ensures that every article published by Grumpy Sharks undergoes thorough review and verification.

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  • 2008 – 2012: Bachelor’s in Economic Journalism, Vanderbilt University
  • 2013 – 2015: Master’s in Economic and Financial Journalism, Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania
  • 2016 – 2017: Certificate in Data Journalism and Financial Investigations, Harvard University

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  • 06/2012 – 09/2016: Financial Analyst at Bloomberg News
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