Armpit Tattoos Take Over Instagram

We might only see our armpits during our daily deodorant application, but some are decorating their underarms with tattoos. The ink idea is cropping up all over Instagram and we can't stop staring.

Of course, armpit tattoos aren't exactly an entirely new concept. A few designs on social media seem to be ribcage tattoos that merely extend upward into the armpit region. And it's not unusual for someone who opts for ink sleeves that cover the entirety of their arm or arms to also have some of that body art in their armpit. But now, it seems ink centered directly in the underarm is gaining momentum.

A search of the hashtag #armpittattoos on Instagram yields more than 7,000 results. It seems that intricate floral designs are particularly popular when it comes to underarm ink, but any design goes. And while the area can be one of the most sensitive — and painful — parts of the body to ink, it still allows for a person to shave as they normally would.

Check out the best armpit tattoo inspiration, below:

Photos Courtesy of Instagram/@scherptagram, @troncouture.

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