In the United States, an 18th birthday is a big deal. Freshly turned adults may not be able to purchase alcohol, but they can make questionable decisions in plenty of other ways, including getting a tattoo.
According to a survey by Advanced Dermatology, 28% of tattooed Americans got their first piece of ink before they even turned 19. And while a quarter admit that they no longer like at least one of their tattoos, they’re much more likely to regret pieces they got before age 21.
So it’s no surprise that the tattoo removal industry is now worth 1.29 billion dollars globally. And it’s not expected to slow down any time soon, as it’s been growing at a rate of 15% annually.
