Some people choose not to get a tattoo because they feel uncomfortable throughout the procedure. However, a technological innovation being developed by a team of scientists could change that by using tiny needles.
How does “microneedling” work?
“Microneedles” in various configurations can be assembled like pixels. Each design is inked and taped to the skin to imprint the design. It seems to be possible to do this without any discomfort or bleeding. The process is self-managing.
Will it affect contemporary tattoo work?
These patches do not yet offer enough resolution to compete with contemporary tattoo works. In theory, if the resolution could be increased in the future, anyone could create their own tattoos, print out patches and stick to it, and an easy way to print out those patches could be created. Given the talent and time required to craft, these patches won’t have a major impact on the tattoo industry, as these designs are small and important.
This article was written by Ananya Jena.