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Helix Tattoo Trend Is Taking Over Instagram, And These 51 Pics Will Make You Want To Get One Too
A new tattoo trend is taking over Instagram, and, we must say, it's pretty awesome. Say goodbye to earrings and ear cuffs, and hello to helix tattoos.
The helix is the thin curved outer part of the ear and now people are jazzing it up with dainty ink designs. From flowers to paw prints to minimalist lines - there are so many different ways to spice up your helix, the possibilities are endless. The best part? You never have to worry about losing an earring again!
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Brenda Olano 8 years ago
I love this, it's so simple ♥ I'd want to get a black tattoo just like this one, only if the black ink stayed black forever, but nah it's a pity it turns kinda green after a while and it needs to be retouched :/
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Ink Where You Least Expect It
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Delicate Details Close Up
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Quiet Confidence
Ximena Mil 8 years ago
Thanks for posting! If you want to check my work go to instagram @ximenamil
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Edgy Details Up Close
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Sharp Style Statement
Anastasia Cyr'Nyth 8 years ago
With this one, you have to consider the fact that you will look like Van Gogh with your ear wrapped up like that (-;
Helix ear tattoos are the new piercing alternative. Check out more micro-placement ideas in our body part-specific tattoo gallery.
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Ear-Defying Confidence
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Anchored in Style
Michael Cook 8 years ago
If this guy is on my boat, he gets thrown off every time we want to stay put
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Delicate Inked Whispers
Sarah Blanche Brinsfield 8 years ago
This one is so dainty and pretty without the harsh black lines. I love it!
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Hidden Ink Stories
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Ink That Goes Everywhere
Shauday Smith 8 years ago
This one is good, why it got down votes? matches the rest of his ink.
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Floral Frame Vibes
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Matching Rings, Unexpected Places
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Ink That Speaks Volumes
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Piercing Overachiever
Cheryl Birkhimer 8 years ago
Sorry, but living in Florida, they make me think of ticks. I assure you it would be a conversation starter on the best way to get rid of the blood suckers!
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Edgy Ink Meets Ear Art
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Ink Where It Counts
Sarah Blanche Brinsfield 8 years ago
I think it looks like stained glass. I would love to see some color!
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What do you think ?
Michel M. Prins 8 years ago
They look interesting. But a tattoo trend, again? It's not my business or anything and if you wanna do that, more power to you. But if you are going for a tattoo that will last for the rest of your life, I'd recommend to choose something on a place that isn't a "trend" at the moment and something you REALLY wanted to have for a long time. It gives it more meaning than just following a trend.
Hayley Lightcap 8 years ago
I always interpret trends as being ideas rather than an actual must have. I wouldn't have thought of helix tattoos if I didn't see it.
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John L 8 years ago
All this is cute and trendy, but unlike the rings and jewelry one can attach to the ears, lips, and nose, once they are in place, there is no removing them unless the recipient is ready to undergo some torture and actually pay for it as well. With the rings and jewelry, they can be removed, and the skin will quickly fill in the holes and the person will look normal again. That's the way to go if you want to show your individuality. :D
Shawn Horn 8 years ago
Traps are permanent?! Thank you so much for enlightening us with your wisdom.
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janettetsmith 8 years ago
1) Some of these ears are nasty dirty 2) Those tattoos will look great when those are the ears of eighty year olds
Tammie Clark 8 years ago
Its probably excess ink , not actual dirty ears you are seeing...it happens when rhey wipe
Load More Replies... Michel M. Prins 8 years ago
They look interesting. But a tattoo trend, again? It's not my business or anything and if you wanna do that, more power to you. But if you are going for a tattoo that will last for the rest of your life, I'd recommend to choose something on a place that isn't a "trend" at the moment and something you REALLY wanted to have for a long time. It gives it more meaning than just following a trend.
Hayley Lightcap 8 years ago
I always interpret trends as being ideas rather than an actual must have. I wouldn't have thought of helix tattoos if I didn't see it.
Load More Replies... John L 8 years ago
All this is cute and trendy, but unlike the rings and jewelry one can attach to the ears, lips, and nose, once they are in place, there is no removing them unless the recipient is ready to undergo some torture and actually pay for it as well. With the rings and jewelry, they can be removed, and the skin will quickly fill in the holes and the person will look normal again. That's the way to go if you want to show your individuality. :D
Shawn Horn 8 years ago
Traps are permanent?! Thank you so much for enlightening us with your wisdom.
Load More Replies... janettetsmith 8 years ago
1) Some of these ears are nasty dirty 2) Those tattoos will look great when those are the ears of eighty year olds
Tammie Clark 8 years ago
Its probably excess ink , not actual dirty ears you are seeing...it happens when rhey wipe
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