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Ask Dr. Ana: Should I Let My Teenager Get a Tattoo?

Dr. Ana answers whether parents should allow teens to get tattoos at 16, offering guidance on making this personal decision.

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Updated: June 2, 2025
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Updated: June 2, 2025

Question:

Can you get a tattoo at 16 with parental consent if it’s not a stupid design? 

Dr. Ana’s Answer:

It seems that this is a popular question within our community! Another parent asked the same exact question a few weeks ago. As I explained to this other parent, there is no right or wrong answer to this question. It depends on your judgement and your values as a parent. There are however a few things that I recommend you consider when making this decision. You can read them in this article: Should I Let my Teenager Get a Tattoo? 

Love,  

Ana 

Dr Ana Aznar 

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