White Ink Tattoos for Men

We’ve watched generations indulging in body art making it a part of their style especially a practice as common as tattoos. Painting a part of the body to express beliefs, inspirations and desires has always been a popular choice. Today body art like tattoo making has taken a whole new turn as a new concept sets a trend - white ink tattoos. Using UV white ink, the tattoo is drawn into the skin leaving behind invisible marks. Depending upon the skin tone, the intensity of the tattoo varies. Pale and precise, the tattoo blends with the skin and appears clearly under natural light. You’ll come across many magazines featuring white ink tattoos for men since it has become a leading trend today. The unique style creates a statement of its own and is ideal for individuals who prefer modesty.

What is a White Ink Tattoo?

A tattoo that uses white pigmentation giving it an attractive and sophisticated finish is a white ink tattoo which is very different from customary tattoo making. While most people prefer a little splash of color, white ink is a subtle and modest body art form. The concept of using white ink is a reticent stroke that has captured the attention of many. A lot of men are considering white ink tattoos because of its simple design which results in a light scar that appears on the skin. People who wish to be a little different from the ordinary crowd prefer a white ink tattoo especially since it emphasizes on personal statements and expressions.

Why are white tattoos that popular?

A lot of celebrities adorn white ink tattoos and because it is hardly visible, very few have yet been spotted by paparazzi. While an ordinary tattoo requires a sharp needle injected with the colored pigment that is pierced into a few deep layers of the skin, a white skin tattoo doesn’t pierce too deep within the dermis. This is done so that the latter appears similar to a scar having a distinct pattern. The subtle nature of such tattoos makes it a remarkable form of body art that inscribes one’s beliefs without facing contradictions within the social circle.

White Ink Tattoos for Men - What's so Different?

We know for a fact that unlike women, the opposite gender prefers being discrete especially if it is a fashion statement. You’ll come across a number of men who prefer white ink tattoos over normal tattoos because of its simple design and subtle foundation. While old fashioned tattoos are loud and noticeable, white ink tattoos are often overlooked from afar. Such an art form requires skilled artisans and cannot be implemented by novice tattoo artists. Years of experience in body art allows professionals to make use of sterilized needles that is filled with water and which draws blood out from where the design passes over the skin.

The practice calls for extreme precision since the white ink cannot be mixed with the blood which results in a pink tattoo. Freehand drawing that also requires expertise needs to be accurate especially since white ink is not easily visible. Common designs to come across while browsing around for white ink tattoos for men can be zodiac signs, quotations, geometric patterns etc. White ink tattoos create a lace like pattern on the skin, a beautiful piece of body art that can only be achieved by the best professionals. If no particular shade is added in the tattoo then it will resemble an empty scar.

Why Choose White Tattoos?

A lot of men prefer white ink tattoos over ordinary pigmented tattoos because of its minimal design and austere impression. An expert tattoo artist who knows how to create body art using white ink will also understand the risks involved. The artist should have prior experience in tattoo making alongside a certified permit. To make a tattoo like this, the artist needs to be very confident and in absolute control of the needle.

Some of the best white ink tattoos for men have been captured on sleeves, nape and the wrist. Simple designs can feature musical notes, tribal designs and quotations. Tattoo artists originally used white ink for the sole purpose of highlighting however using white ink alone has become an inventive trend today. Men who wouldn’t have adopted an ordinary tattoo prefer white ink for its light shade. For a lot of people a white ink tattoo is like a cool scar that expresses their notions.

Check out our collection of white ink tattoos for men

White tattoos for guys are rare. When we see them however, they’re usually very nice and subtle, in a personal way. This tattoo is the perfect example of that; a small, personal message that doesn’t make itself very obvious. The cursive is a nice touch, and makes this a little classier than other tattoo designs.

If there’s one thing a white ink tattoo is, it’s subtle; you can barely see the feather, and it almost seems to be under the skin. Out of other white tattoos however, this one has amazing intricacy. It must have taken considerable time to make this - especially considering that you generally have to use white ink heavier for it to show up.

I’ve seen a lot of tattoo ideas for men, and they always seem to be a little better when they carry some personal meaning with them. The Roman numerals are definitely an indicator of this, and the cursive makes it seem more sophisticated.

White ink tattoos for men are very, very effective as sleeves. While normal tattoo sleeves often look good, they can sometimes be overpowering or not desirable for certain situations. White tattoo sleeves, however, are amazing and look almost part of the skin here.

Neck tattoos aren’t always a good idea, because of how obnoxious they could be at the wrong time. This white ink tattoo is very minimal however, and blends in well. Looking like some form of writing that could be extremely stylized Arabic, let’s just hope he knew what he was having written.

The anchor is a powerful symbol, used not only for sailing related affairs but also a signal of solidarity for those battling depression. The location on the thumb is a good choice, and it almost seems like it was meant to be there.

It seems like tattoos in general are always either really big or really little. This small crown is nice in its slightly cartoonish styling, and that means it was kept simple; a good idea with white tattoos. The fact that it’s off center is interesting as well.

This is one of the most interesting tattoos I’ve ever seen. Looking almost painted on, the extremely thin black outline must have taken incredible skill to draw - but it was worth it. One of the few white tattoos that don’t look embossed, this is a favorite.

Feathers seem like a common idea for white ink tattoos, and often on the wrist too. This one shows what a lot can look like if done well, and the middle part of the feather really helps with the three dimensional effect.

While not a full on sleeve, this white ink tattoo is very elegant and show off how nice tattoos can actually be. The centers of the flowers seem a little mint colored, and this honestly makes them look great compared to plain white tattoos.

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The association between white tattoos and birds is interesting to say the least, and this one is nice because of how solid the drawing is. Because of that, the usually embossed white ink seems a little flatter and blends really well.

Proving the point that birds and feathers are almost inseparable from white tattoos, here is another well done feather, plus an actual feather for size reference. The curve of this one is appealing to the eyes, and the flair of the lines looks good.

This is possibly another favorite. While hard to see in this picture, the amount of detail within the trunk of the tree is absolutely beautiful. The entire tattoo is nothing less than art, and whoever did this must have been very skilled.

Another bird tattoo, this one is a bit more cartoonish and possibly Latin American inspired. The curved lines on this tattoo are a little refreshing, compared to so many birds that have straight angular lines. The hollow feel is also interesting.

Tattoos like this are very interesting - because when the tattoo covers so much, it becomes almost deceptive as to what part is ink and what is skin. This tattoo is beautiful though, and the leaves are a nice touch that helps tie it together.

This one really embodies what I mean when I say white ink tattoos look embossed. It looks like it is raised out of the skin, and is something very interesting about white tattoos. The layers of leaves and petals are also done well.

This one is really nice; rather than being overly intricate and crowded, a few spaced out line make this tattoo very appealing, and also more artistic while less personal. The way that the lines all lead into each other is also unique.

While it’s not necessarily original or personal to write single words like this in cursive on your skin, it’s hard to dispute that it looks nice. Besides, what harm can a subtly placed positive message do anyway? Everyone needs a little hope after all.

Contrary to what might be assumed, it actually seems a somewhat rare to have a single letter tattoo. This letter H must mean something personal to him, and the cursive makes it seem that way for sure. It’s also refreshing to see a tattoo a little further down from the wrist than what’s common.

One of my definite favorites, this compass rose looks absolutely wonderful in white ink. It’s placed in a very nice spot to be seen by both the owner and other people, and it is a nice size. The shading is also a nice touch.

Possibly one of the most intricate white ink tattoos I’ve seen, this looks very similar to the other full sleeve white tattoo we saw; perhaps they’re the same. Regardless, the attention to detail and intricacy is almost unparalleled and absolutely amazing. The leaves are so well layered and flow together well, and the larger shapes resemble seashells, with some other seashell shaped buried inside. Whatever artist did this tattoo had both time and skill, not to mention originality.