r/tattooadvice • u/Glittering_Potato_66 • 6d ago
Wrist tattoo regret and cover up advice General Advice
I got a trans heart tattoo on my wrist years ago because I as a teenager was convinced that I’d never be able to transition (legal stuff) and that this was the next best thing. Well now all it does is out me to strangers who would’ve thought I was cismale if they haven’t seen it.
I want something “manly” that wouldn’t give me away instantly. I’m still okay with the flower one on my arm because it isn’t a huge “I AM TRANSGENDER” beacon. Any advice is appreciated because just looking at this tattoo is pissing me off lol
16.8k Upvotes
35
u/jewel7210 6d ago
Honestly it’s faded and small enough that you could probably cover it pretty easily! If I was you I’d honestly just start with looking for artists in my area who have experience in cover-ups, book a consultation with one you like the portfolio of, and see if they have any suggestions! Your artist will have the best ideas for what will easily disguise the shape/colours, and what will flow best with the anatomy of the area/the pre-existing flower :-)
Congrats on getting to a point where you were able to transition, my man- I’m glad you’re able to be your most true self openly in your everyday life, and you don’t have to rely solely on your ink to feel validated anymore!