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Fine-line tattoos
Delicate linework and dotwork with a light, precise hand — suited to smaller placements and pieces that should feel subtle.
What is a fine-line tattoo?
A fine-line tattoo uses a single thin needle grouping to draw delicate, precise lines and dotwork, often at small sizes. It suits subtle placements such as the wrist, behind the ear or the side of the head. Fine lines can soften slightly over the years, so designs are kept open enough to age well.
Good to know
- Best placements: wrist, ankle, behind the ear or the side of the head.
- Size: suits small, subtle pieces; very fine detail needs a little room to stay readable.
- How it ages: thin lines soften over the years, so designs are kept open and the tattoo needs SPF in the sun.
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