Making mistakes is part of life; sometimes the mistakes don’t affect you very long, but how about a tattoo mistake… that can last you a lifetime.  

The artists over at L.A. Ink are counting down the top five mistakes that they feel people make when getting a tattoo.  See their advice for what not to do before you go and get a tattoo: 

1. Too Small 

Kim Says: "Be careful not to get something too small or where it doesn't fit that part of the body well." 

This tat lover decided her tattoo was too small for her back, so she received a more colorful dolphin tattoo to cover-up the old one and the size is in better proportion for her back.

Kat Says: "Good tattoos aren't cheap and cheap tattoos aren't good. Far too many times, people choose an artist based on price. That should be the last priority on your list when it comes to getting a tattoo." 

Kim Says: "Don't look for a bargain!" 

Hannah Says: "Don't be overly romantic. Sorry, that tattoo is going to out last most relationships - much as I hate to say it." 

Pixie Says: "I don't think lovers' names are a good thing." 

Hannah Says: "Try not to be arbitrary or impulsive - you might regret getting Taz flipping the bird and drinking a beer later." 

A small bear is later covered-up with a more vivid, detailed tattoo that has more meaning to its owner. 

Corey Says: "Biggest mistake ... being drunk." 

Hannah Says: "Being drunk leads to the other mistakes on the list."

Do you have any tattoo mistakes that the L.A. Ink Crew forgot to add to the list?  Share them here! 

After reading through the list, I can say personally, that I have made 3 of these five mistakes! I wish I had seen this article when I was 17.  

Did the L.A. Ink crew miss any tattoo mistakes? If you have one that they missed, share it with us!

Source: tlc.howstuffworks.com