Too Scared to Get a Tattoo? You Can Now Go Under Anesthesia While Getting Inked

If you’ve ever dreamed of a full-sleeve tattoo but can’t stomach the thought of hours under the needle, there’s a wild new trend that might just be for you—getting inked while under general anesthesia.

Yep, some high-end tattoo clients are sleeping through the process, skipping the pain, anxiety, and marathon sessions. But while this sounds like the ultimate tattoo hack, there are some serious downsides.

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The Pros:

✅ No pain – You’ll snooze right through the entire session.
✅ No boredom – Forget sitting in a chair for 10+ hours; you’ll wake up to a brand-new masterpiece.
✅ Precision – Some believe an unconscious client makes it easier for artists to work without movement.

The Cons:

❌ It’s insanely expensive – A back tattoo with sedation could cost between $30,000 to $35,000, compared to $10K to $15K without anesthesia.
❌ It’s risky – General anesthesia always carries medical risks, and at least one person has died while being put under for a tattoo.
❌ Not widely available – Only a handful of elite artists are offering this, and they’re working in surgery centers with licensed anesthesiologists—not your local walk-in shop.

Of course, this service is mostly for the rich and famous, who are getting elaborate, multi-session tattoos done in one go. It’s not exactly an option for your buddy Billy, who just wants an I Heart Mom tattoo on his shoulder.