# Tattooed Temples Temple Tattoos Are a (Slightly) More Subtle Facial Tattoo By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-08-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temple-tattoos References: [bmeink](http://bmeink.com/face001.html) This slideshow of temple tattoos doesn't involve a place of religious worship, but rather the area on the head between the eye and the ear. Judging from the sheer amount and variety of temple tattoos in the gallery above, it's clear that these tattoos are emerging as a slightly more subtle alternative to more abrasive [facial tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-bijoux). The temple tattoos above are from [BMEink.com](http://bmeink.com/face001.html) and range from elegant and feminine to downright freaky. **Implications** - As [body art and modifications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-care) become increasingly more popular among mainstream consumers, members of subcultures begin seeking new ways to show their individuality through clothing, tattoos and piercings. Companies can attract a target market of buyers by offering products and services that offer new alternatives to previously taboo goods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Increasing Popularity of Temple Tattoos:** There is a growing trend of individuals opting for temple tattoos as a subtler alternative to facial tattoos. - **Mainstream Acceptance of Body Art and Modifications:** As body art and modifications become more popular, companies have an opportunity to cater to this growing market by offering innovative products and services. - **Expressing Individuality Through Clothing, Tattoos, and Piercings:** Consumers, particularly those belonging to subcultures, are constantly seeking new ways to showcase their uniqueness, creating opportunities for companies to provide alternative and unique goods. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tattoo Parlors:** Tattoo parlors can tap into the rising demand for temple tattoos and cater to individuals who want a subtler facial tattoo. - **Body Modification Studios:** Body modification studios have a chance to capitalize on the mainstream acceptance of body art and modifications by offering innovative and safe procedures for customers. - **Alternative Fashion Brands:** Alternative fashion brands can target consumers who express their individuality through clothing, tattoos, and piercings, by offering unique and unconventional products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hotel-Friendly Tattoo Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-popup.md) - [Temple-Inspired Striking Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abin-design-studio.md) - [Tattoo-Inspired Joint Blemish Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-compact.md) - [Supermarket Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialbuy-temporary-tattoos.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Prom-Themed Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-tattoo-prom.md) - [QSR Temporary Tattoo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-temporary-tattoo-collection.md) - [Tattooed Digital Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlotl-by-inkbox.md)