A tattoo machine.
The mustache tattoo is a trend in body art where a small mustache is tattooed on the inside of the index finger. When the wearer holds the tattooed finger up to her lip, it can give her the appearance of a cartoon mustache. The tattoo reportedly originated in Federal Hill, Rhode Island, in 2006. The first person to get a mustache tattoo is said to have done so to commemorate her marriage. It is said that the tattoo became instantly popular, with several people requesting it on the same day.
The stache is popular with both men and women.
Most people get this tattoo as some sort of joke. It allows the wearer to put on an obviously fake mustache at any time. Mustaches can be tattooed in any style, although curly mustaches seem to be the most popular. A common joke about the tattoo is that it allows its wearers to dress up at any time. Many have found that this tattoo can be used to break the ice in a conversation or lighten the mood in difficult social situations.
Mustache tattoos are not always permanent and can be applied with a marker or a temporary tattoo.
Permanent mustache finger tattoos usually only take a few minutes to complete. The procedure is said to be minimally uncomfortable. The permanent tattoo remains in place for a lifetime. These tattoos are popular among women and men. They have little to do with the ability to grow an actual mustache, but are seen as an expression of the wearer’s quirky sense of humor.
People who wear these tattoos often tend to think of themselves as frivolous, carefree, and generally silly by nature. Others expressed their disapproval of the mustache tattoo, noting that it would be much more practical to draw the mustache on the finger with washable ink. Debate continues in some circles as to whether permanent tattooing is, in fact, a good idea.
There are also temporary finger whiskers available. They are usually ideal for those who do not wish to make permanent body modifications. A temporary mustache tattoo can allow the wearer to change the style of their finger mustache on a daily basis. Fake finger mustaches are often thought of as a fun gift for children. Like permanent mustaches, these removable tattoos can be purchased in almost any style.