Is getting a tattoo really that addicting? This is a common question among the ink-free folk (myself included) but we can completely understand why a lot of people choose to express themselves through ink. A tattoo usually serves as a permanent reminder of an important stage, event, or person in your life. There are a lot of reasons why getting a tattoo is intriguing for a lot of people but thoughts about the pain, aftercare, and final designs can be overwhelming.