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writes:Help i have a phobia about tattoos on women. I don't no where it comes from but if i see a tatoo on a woman i feel repulsion. I'm not a sexist i embrace the modern woman, its just this one thing that bugs me. Why do i feel this? Do other people feel this?How can i rid myself of it?
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reader, Kbomers  +, writes (24 March 2013):
I have a phobia of men with tattoos. I know it is mainstream, but it makes me sick to my stomach. I guess I'm not the only one. I can't even stand to get a new freckle.
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reader, anonymous, writes (8 May 2012): I do too have the same feelings for tattoos and to make matters worst my wife did not pay attention when I told her I would not have married her if she had a tatoo. And the please do not do that on your self was ignored.
Now I do not want to see her without some covering over that thing, and don't even want to take a shower with her. Even seen another person with them triggers some reaction within me that I have not being able to controll. I do love her but that thing now on her body and what I feel about it could tear us apart.
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reader, anonymous, writes (21 March 2012): i am female. and i have no qualms with tattos if said tattoo isnt outragiously huge and that it represents that person in some way. i do have a problem however, with people who get tattoos for friends, boy/girl friends, or to look 'tough' im not againts them because i met a lady who got a small portiate of her daughter on her arm, her daughter having been killed in a very unfortunate avent some years before. if theres a reasonable explination, you can cover it up most of the time with clothing, and it represents a the person, or a special meaning of some sort and has a lot of thought put into it, then i see no problem. you honestly just have to step back and look at it not as a tattoo, but as a peice of art that someone felt had enough meaning to have it put onto them forever. (even though this is not always the case with people, and i know its hard not to judge at first glance.)
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reader, barrington +, writes (12 March 2012):
I'm glad to know that I am not alone...I hate tattoos, even the smallest ones...they are a complete turn-off for me.
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reader, anonymous, writes (5 October 2010): I completely agree with you, you're not alone. I think a lot of it stems from my upbringing, but it's gotten to the point where even the smallest tattoo in the most hidden spot is a complete turnoff. It's the idea that a girl would get a tattoo that is the turnoff point I think. It may be irrational, but it is what it is, and I've accepted my tattoo phobia. It sucks because I come off as an "ignorant snob" to some people when I express this opinion (maybe I am). Bottom line though, you're not alone and you're not unreasonable at all. Tattoos are disgusting in all respects, and I would quite frankly, prefer to have a wife who isn't perminantly stamped with trash.
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reader, moocow1969 +, writes (21 August 2008):
 I've read - with interest other peoples dislikes of tattoos on girls. I to, really dislike them and thought that I was being unreasonable when explaining this to my girl has one which I hate. I love her to death but find her tattoo ugly and a turn off. You have to ask your self buddy - why do you hate them so much? For example, my reason is that my girlfriend was had hers for an ex who was covered in them. The design she choosen was influenced by this fella and is in no way a representation of her. I have to deal with it though. So, my hate in a way is a reflection of my own insecurities. Also, try and look at it this way - Where there is a love of something, there is a hate. One mans laughter, another mans tears etc. To like or dislike is a personal choice, but why the hate? Your not no your own though, remember that.
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reader, anonymous, writes (27 June 2008): I've had bad experiences with my girlfriends wanting to get tattoos, and although I guess you can call it a phobia, its the way you are. I've come to not want to change it, but to embrace the fact I find tattoos not only unsightly, but disgusting. Find a girl/boy who doesn't want a tattoo, and if you can't, make it a point that the world is so screwed up, that everyone wants a permanent picture drilled and injected into their skin. Sorry everyone but it makes me sick to see tattoos, thats the way I am. Deal with it.
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reader, Uncle Sneaker +, writes (25 June 2008):
 Yes, I know exactly what you mean.
It's not a "phobia" for me, but I really dislike seeing a tattoo on a woman, although I suppose it's not actually any different from her wearing particular clothes or jewellery. I really find it a complete turn-off, so you're not alone!
There's not much you (we) can do about it. It's either don't go for women with tattoos, or get used to it!
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reader, anonymous, writes (25 June 2008): Yeah. I don't like tattoos either. To me they are like a mark of a lot of negative connotations. But that is just the way I was raised.
I get my opinions of tattoos from my mom. She grew up around a lot of "society" values and she thought it was as repulsive as you think it is.
When I meet someone who has a tattoo, I usually judge them and know right then and there that there are going to be some compatibility issues in terms of our values and classes.
There are ALOT of people who feel like you do. Basically all of my family. If I got a tattoo they would probably snub their noses up at me.
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reader, eyeswideopen +, writes (25 June 2008):
 Your phobia is going to get a lot worse in say 30-40 years when all these sweet young things with tattoos get old. yikes!
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reader, LazyGuy  +, writes (25 June 2008):
 Why would you want to?
Unless there is a specific woman you are talking about in which case you just got to accept that she is who she is.
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