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You might be surprised to learn that nearly 40 percent of American women have tattoos.

Some commentators believe this trend reveals a clear divide in social class.

Tattoos are pretty uncommon among upper and upper-middle-class women, the theory goes. But when you look at the working class, especially women under 40, tattoos are a very common sight.

Here are some interesting stats about tattoos in America:

  • About 40% of the US workforce has tattoos.
  • Nearly all women are fine with their coworkers showing tattoos at work.
  • Only 12% of people with tattoos have them visible in the workplace.
  • Women are more likely to face discrimination because of tattoos at work than men.
  • About 40% of employees believe tattoos aren’t appropriate in the workplace.
  • Almost 90% of people accept ink on professional athletes and personal trainers.
  • Outright discrimination against tattoos at work is low, reported by only 4% of people.
  • Young employees are statistically more likely to have tattoos than the older generation.

Do you subscribe to the idea that the number of tattoos a woman has reflects emotional or mental turmoil? Is there more to this narrative, beyond just mere art and personal expression? Some people have very strong onions on this topic.

Rob Henderson, the author of the above X posts, referenced this study from Science Direct. It’s a fascinating exploration of women’s powerful inclination to use their bodies as a canvas. What do you think about the rapidly growing trend of women and tattoos? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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