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Tattoos have never been as popular, and tattoo artists are having the best business of their lives. It's reported that, as of 2025, there are 23,774 tattooing businesses in the U.S. alone. However, not all artists will give you the tattoo of your dreams. Some might be the culprits of your nightmares.

Bored Panda has come across the "Tattoo Fails - Bad Tattoos Only" group on Facebook that shares terrible tattoo jobs that are as absurd and sad as they are entertaining. "A place to showcase horrible tattoo work," the group proudly declares in its bio. So, get ready to cringe, Pandas, and scroll down to see the worst of the worst.

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#1

Tattoo of Calvin Klein underwear waistband on lower back, showcasing one of the worst tattoos shared by an online group.

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Agfox
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2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Would have been cheaper & less painful to have bought a pair

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    Tattoo of a poorly drawn animal head on a person's back, illustrating one of the worst tattoos shared in an online group.

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    #3

    Man with a tattoo of denim overalls covering his torso, showcasing a unique example of worst tattoos in an online group.

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    Phaiax
    Phaiax
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At first look I thought this was a dolphin wearing jeans. (The buttons are it's eyes)

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    #4

    Tattoo fan holding phone showing realistic design next to their poorly done tattoo of the same image on chest.

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    PunchinelloTX
    PunchinelloTX
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    Premium     2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing says “our lord and savior” more than a nippy-rose.

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    #5

    Face tattoo of a poorly drawn cow with the words save the planet, showcasing one of the worst tattoos causing cringe.

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    Cee Cee
    Cee Cee
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well yes indeed let's save the planet but to have this dire inking on one's face is bizarre.

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    #6

    Comparison of a poorly executed tattoo with the original photo, highlighting some of the worst tattoos out there.

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    #7

    Tattoo of a poorly executed black panther head on a person's upper arm shared in a group dedicated to the worst tattoos.

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    #8

    Tattoo of a crude cross and figure on a person's back featured in a group dedicated to the worst tattoos.

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    Agfox
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could get a better one in prison

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    #9

    Tattoo showing a poorly executed religious scene, part of the worst tattoos shared in an online group.

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    Rafael
    Rafael
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Potato Jesus with Ghost Mary!

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    #10

    Black and gray worst tattoo on upper arm showing a person with face paint and detailed shading, inspired by popular character.

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    #11

    Tattoo of two cartoon lions on a person's back with poor quality and awkward shading in an online worst tattoos group.

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    #12

    Tattoo portraits with distorted facial features in a collection showcasing some of the worst tattoos that made members cringe.

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    #13

    Close-up of legs with worst tattoos showing blurred and red ink resembling bruises, part of a group focused on bad tattoos.

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    Mavis
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    52 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a real shame because the other tats look pretty good.

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    #14

    Back tattoo with sketch-like drawings and a large leopard-print cross, showcasing some of the worst tattoos made members cringe.

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    LALALand
    LALALand
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    Premium     2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like d***s were involved

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    #15

    Tattoo of a cartoon character around a person's eye, showing a worst tattoo from an online group collection.

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    #16

    Person showing a tattoo with misspelled lettering on the forearm, part of worst tattoos shared in an online group.

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    #17

    Tattoo with misspelled phrase no pen no gain on forearm, featured in an online group dedicated to worst tattoos.

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    Schnitzel
    Schnitzel
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is true! I’ve penned many a deal and without that pen, I wouldn’t have gained.

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    #18

    Tattoo of a distorted face wearing a beanie with uneven features, representing one of the worst tattoos shared online.

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    Agfox
    Agfox
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    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never looking at your tat again would be a good start

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    #19

    Tattoo on forearm reading Beautiful Disaster in cursive style, featured in worst tattoos online group collection.

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    #20

    Tattoo of a poorly executed Viking helmet and face on the back of a person's shaved head, showcasing one eye closed.

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    #21

    Tattoo of a butterfly on arm with uneven black outlines, showing one of the worst tattoos making members cringe in an online group.

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    Chonky Panda
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean it's def not the worst on the list...

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    #22

    Tattoo of a poorly drawn face with a crown of thorns on a person's upper arm, representing worst tattoos collection.

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    Spring
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like he's about to sneeze

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    #23

    Tattoo of a distorted face with green hair on a person's upper arm, showcasing one of the worst tattoos from an online group.

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    #24

    Photo of a poorly done tattoo portrait on a shoulder, compared to the original smiling woman in a photo.

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    #25

    Blue ribbon tattoo with awkward design on lower back, featured in worst tattoos online group that made members cringe.

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    #26

    Young man with a barbed wire tattoo across his upper lip, featured in a group dedicated to the worst tattoos.

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    Lyone Fein
    Lyone Fein
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Translation: I never want to work for a living.

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    #27

    Back tattoo of black wings with a caption highlighting a worst tattoo that took nine hours, featured in an online group.

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    #28

    Tattoo of a wolf with unusual facial expression on a person's upper arm, featured in worst tattoos online group.

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    Agfox
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Heh heh heh" expression if ever there was one

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    #29

    Poorly executed tattoo portrait with butterflies and dates, showing one of the worst tattoos featured in an online group.

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    Schnitzel
    Schnitzel
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What’s with the lashes? Rakes? Fences? Not sure.

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    #30

    Person getting a large wolf tattoo on their back, featured in an online group dedicated to the worst tattoos out there.

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    #31

    Tattoo of a poorly drawn football player with red and blue colors, showcasing one of the worst tattoos seen online.

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    #32

    Tattoo of a poorly drawn wolf face above black shaded roses on a person's upper arm, showcasing one of the worst tattoos.

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    #33

    Tattoo of a cartoonish face with exaggerated features and colors on the side of a person's shaved head, worst tattoos.

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    2 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is crappy but yet, I like it.

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    #34

    Tattoo on chest with misspelled words, showing one of the worst tattoos that made an online group cringe.

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    Kimba
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    41 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Based on another tattoo in this list, I suspect it should have been "Only God Can Judge Me."

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    #35

    Tattoo of a fairy with poorly drawn features and American flag wings, part of worst tattoos collection making members cringe.

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    Breadcrumb.
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ya did poor Tink a dirty with those wings

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    #36

    Tattoo of a poorly executed face with distorted features, part of the worst tattoos collection that made members cringe.

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    Premium     2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jesus with a pig nose and mascara?

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    #37

    Close-up of a poorly done butterfly tattoo on a hand, showing signs of fading and scarring, in a worst tattoos group.

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    LALALand
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    Premium     2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ummm that looks infected

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    #38

    Man showing a large, poorly done clown sun tattoo on his back, featured in a worst tattoos online group.

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    #39

    Tattoo of a woman in a green bikini with distorted features, showcased in a group dedicated to the worst tattoos out there.

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like this tattoo should have a caption underneath it saying "Your mum."

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    #40

    Close-up of a poorly executed tattoo on an arm, part of a collection showcasing the worst tattoos out there.

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    #41

    Tattoo of a wolf with human-like eyes on a person's arm, showing one of the worst tattoos featured in a cringe group.

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    #42

    Black and grey rose tattoo on hand showing rough texture, featured in a collection of worst tattoos making members cringe.

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    #43

    Person with a large, poorly drawn tattoo of two cartoon faces on their back, showcasing worst tattoos in an online group.

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    #44

    Tattoo of a horror character with a hat and clawed hand, featured in a group dedicated to the worst tattoos out there.

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    #45

    Close-up of a poorly done red and black tattoo on a person's upper arm, showcasing a design that might make members cringe.

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    #46

    Tattoo blending a lion face and a woman’s face with mismatched eyes and rough line work, showcasing worst tattoos out there.

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    #47

    Tattoo of a crying eye with simple lines on a person's upper arm in an online worst tattoos group.

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    #48

    Tattoo of a Medusa-like figure with snakes and an open mouth licking a lollipop on a person's thigh.

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    43 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This might have some deep personal meaning. Medusa's story is pretty horrible.

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    #49

    Black and pink bow tattoo on lower back shown as part of worst tattoos shared in an online group.

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    #50

    Colorful dragon tattoo covering a man’s shoulder and upper arm, showcasing detailed scales and fierce expression.

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    #51

    Tattoo of a poorly executed lion on a person's back, featured in a group dedicated to the worst tattoos out there.

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    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
    Nathaniel He/Him Cis-Het
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That lion does not have a forehead, he has a fivehead.

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    #52

    Side-by-side photo of an older woman and a poorly done tattoo portrait highlighting the worst tattoos out there.

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    #53

    Side-by-side comparison of a poorly done Marilyn Monroe tattoo and the original black-and-white photo of her.

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    Cee Cee
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor Marilyn. She doesn't deserve this abomination.

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    #54

    Tattoo of a demonic face on the back of a person's head, showcasing one of the worst tattoos in an online group dedicated to bad tattoos.

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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That haircut sets off this masterpiece wonderfully /s.

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    #55

    Tattoo of abstract woman with horns and tears on leg, showcasing one of the worst tattoos shared in online groups.

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    #56

    Lion tattoo with distorted features on skin, shared in an online group dedicated to the worst tattoos causing cringe reactions.

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    Tattoo of a mask with feathers and swirls in black ink, showcasing one of the worst tattoos in an online tattoo group.

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    #58

    Close-up of a neck tattoo featuring a spider and web, representing one of the worst tattoos shared in an online group.

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    #59

    Outline tattoo of a cartoon character with the word OHANA above, shown as part of worst tattoos making members cringe.

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    #60

    Large lion tattoo covering a man’s back, featured in an online group dedicated to the worst tattoos causing members to cringe.

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    #61

    Tattoo of a wolf on upper arm with blurred details, part of worst tattoos shared in an online group dedicated to bad tattoos.

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    Tattoo with misspelled quote and name, an example of the worst tattoos that make online group members cringe.

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    #63

    Tattoo of a panther with distorted anatomy on a person's side, showcasing one of the worst tattoos in an online tattoo group.

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    #64

    Lion tattoo on forearm with blurred details, featured in an online group dedicated to the worst tattoos out there.

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    #65

    Tattoo of a spotted cat surrounded by orange and black butterflies on a person's leg in a worst tattoos online group.

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