Tattoo

Tattoo Pain Levels by Body Area

Updated: 8 October 2026

Pain levels by body area

Pain map showing the areas of the body that hurt least when getting a tattoo in yellow (front and back)

On the map, the areas that hurt least when getting a tattoo are shown in yellow. As the colour moves from yellow towards red and blue, pain and sensitivity increase.

Pain varies from person to person. Tell us at your appointment which area you are considering and we will walk you through what to expect.

Tattoo pain map — sensitivity levels by front and back body area

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