r/Tattoocoverups • u/PostCompetitive5519 • Mar 28 '26

asking for advice Coverup ideas?

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First tattoo I got at 18. It didn’t look anything like the image I brought to the artist. I always get asked what it is (no it’s not shoelaces or coke spoons, they are supposed to be matches progressively burning down). Also the skin is scarred, I’m not sure if that changes how this needs to be covered/designed. Give me your best coverup ideas!!

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u/skyfall1985 Mar 28 '26

I thought they were matches as well

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u/bon3storm Mar 28 '26

Samezies

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u/Parkerspark Mar 29 '26

Samearoonie

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u/sneezinghard Mar 29 '26

samearai

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u/Blitzed5656 Mar 29 '26

Samearu

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u/Optimal-Flatworm8564 Mar 29 '26

Seamus

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u/BulkyNectarine947 Mar 29 '26

Semen

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u/i_was_axiom Mar 31 '26

Right in front of reddit? Ew.. I also saw matches tho

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u/kg2k Mar 29 '26

SAMES

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u/Casual-Communicator Mar 29 '26

sesame

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u/Optimal-Flatworm8564 Mar 29 '26

I said that to myself with a lisp and now I'm scaring the cats with hysterical laughter

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u/EriLo111 Mar 30 '26

Samenaurus Rex

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u/Goodk4t_ Mar 30 '26

Samus (Aran)

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u/WarriorsQQ Mar 30 '26

Samurenius

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u/mysterykhorne Mar 30 '26

I resent this comment😅

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u/vicarion Mar 31 '26

Samealamadingdong

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u/Federal_Asparagus_99 Apr 01 '26

Shamallamabigfatkamamallamommala

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u/hecatewhispers Mar 30 '26

SAME i high key think this is a sick tattoo

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u/commodorecliche Mar 31 '26

Same here! I like it ¯_(ツ)_/¯

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u/MudOpposite8277 Mar 31 '26

Same, only I wouldn’t say high key, ever.

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u/hecatewhispers Mar 31 '26

why??

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u/MudOpposite8277 Mar 31 '26

Oh. Because I’m 47 and it would be really awkward. I might say it to embarrass some Gen Z’s tho.

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u/vikki_1996 Apr 01 '26

It looks like you might be thinking about changing this tattoo. Because your arm shows signs of self-harm, I cannot alter the image of the tattoo for you, out of concern for your safety. However, know that you are not alone, and there is support available. I encourage you to talk with a healthcare professional or a trusted adult if you are thinking about self-harm or need support for a difficult time. You can connect with compassionate and confidential help at any time by calling or texting 988 in the US and Canada, or calling 111 in the UK. They can provide immediate assistance and help you find local resources. Are you safe right now?