# Animal Cruelty Ink Hardcore Vegan Tattoos May Make You Rethink Your Diet By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-04-29 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-tattoos References: [inkarttattoos](http://inkarttattoos.com/tattoo-blog/vegan-tattoos-are-hardcore/) The hardcore [vegan tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition) depicted here have been inked on the limbs and body parts of those who are truly dedicated to their diet. Not only do they fight against the system of the [meat industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clabel-from-vlabel) by boycotting it with their nutritious eating habits, but they also have permanent reminders. There are more than a few morbid tattoos shown in the gallery, from cute little chicks getting their throats slashed to a [family of pigs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-lion1) feasting on a human with an apple in his mouth. Having one these images inked on yourself shows true commitment to your cause, which make these tattoos pretty admirable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/activism) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vegan Tattoo Art:** The rise of vegan-themed tattoos presents an opportunity for tattoo artists to specialize in this unique market. - **Vegan Activism:** The use of tattoos as a form of vegan activism may inspire other activists to adapt unconventional methods to promote their causes. - **Anti-meat Industry Sentiments:** The popularity of anti-meat industry tattoos may represent a growing awareness and concern for animal welfare among consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Tattoo Industry:** Tattoo parlors across the world may begin to offer vegan-themed tattoos as a way to cater to this market. - **Animal Rights Advocacy:** Animal rights organizations could partner with tattoo artists to create temporary tattoos for events and fundraisers that promote their causes. - **Food Industry:** Food companies may need to adapt to changing consumer preferences as the popularity of veganism and anti-meat industry sentiments continue to grow. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bone-In Vegan Ribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-plant-based-ribs.md) - [Vegan Food Branding Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impossible-foods-3.md) - [Scannable Tattoo Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whopper-tattoo.md) - [Provocative AR Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-so-happy-animals.md) - [QSR Temporary Tattoo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-temporary-tattoo-collection.md) - [Condiment Tattoo Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-tattoo-bottle.md) - [Nostalgic Vegan Fast Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-charlies.md) - [Whole-Cut Vegan Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-whole-cuts.md) - [Anti-Meat Hypnosis Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-raging-pig-company.md)