Question:
Will My tattoos change with weight loss?

I have two tattoos, one over my heart and one on my forarm, any idea on how WLS will effect my tattoos?    — Jennifer S. (posted on January 27, 2003)

January 27, 2003
I had my WLS on July 5th and have lost 92 lbs. My tattoo is fine. It is located on my lower leg but is quite a big tattoo and still looks wonderful. I even think it looks more colorful since my skin isn't dried out anymore after surgery.
   — DRutherford

January 27, 2003
hi there :) at the 100 lbs loss mark, i rewarded myself with a small tat onmy ankle. ive gone on to lose 81 more and so far so good! ill wait till im completely done to get another somewhere else. :)
   — carrie M.

January 27, 2003
I have several tattoos in serveral locations and they look the same 73 pounds lost. I dont think you will see any changes.
   — Schatzie1

January 27, 2003
Hi Jennifer-I think this will depend on your age, your specific skin, the location of the tattoos and your weight loss-I am 28 have lost 180lbs and only 1 (of 5 )may need to be touched up-but its a small price to pay! The ones on my back, upper arm and thigh looks great, but the one on my breast will need some creative genious to recover-unfortunately I have no self confidence to allow myself to bare all for an artist to work his/her magic, but maybe if I get a boob lift it will be removed and then I can start anew. Just a side note, I have been lifting weights,moisturizing and drinking plenty of water since Day 1 so I think that has a lot to do with how my skin rebounded too. Best of luck to you!
   — Alli B.