# Explosive Body Art Tattoos Inked With A Bang By Cowbag | Published 2009-08-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/explosive-body-art-tattoos-inked-with-a-bang References: [cakeheadlovesevil](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2009/03/09/exploding-tattoos/) This set of tattoos certainly makes a noise and includes the worst I have ever seen - the suicide bomber tattoo of course. I am not sure what drives people to have [images of violence or explosions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/da-bomb-extreme) inked onto their bodies when they could choose anything in the world, and I would love to hear from anyone who can explain. What I do know, is that despite the artwork being fairly good, there surely should be some areas that remain a no go - suicide bombers being one of them. It is even worse that the tampon [tattoo featured on Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whopper-tattoo) a while ago. Now that is saying something! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Explosive Tattoos:** Create temporary explosive tattoos using special ink that results in designs that explode on the body for a unique twist on traditional tattoos. - **Controversial Body Art:** Explore the rise of controversial body art that pushes boundaries and provokes discussion, leading to innovative and daring designs. - **Shock Factor Tattoos:** Design tattoos that shock and surprise with bold, graphic imagery, creating a new standard for what is considered cutting-edge in the world of body art. ### Where This Applies - **Body Art:** Incorporate new technologies and materials in body art, pushing the limits of what is possible and creating unique experiences for customers. - **Fashion and Beauty:** Explore the crossover between body art and fashion, creating a new market for wearable art and temporary tattoos. - **Art and Design:** Develop new artistic techniques and styles, expanding the boundaries of what is considered art and pushing the limits of creativity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Tattoo-Covered Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Unusual Food Tattoo Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omaha-steak.md) - [Generative Art Tattoo Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-1.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md) - [Progressive Rewritable Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-ink.md) - [Condiment Tattoo Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-tattoo-bottle.md) - [Vitamin-Infused Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barriere.md)