In New Zealand, tattoo artist Benjamin Lloyd found a powerful way to lift children’s spirits — with temporary airbrush tattoos that wash off easily but leave lasting confidence behind.

He began offering them for free to young patients at Starship Children’s Hospital in Auckland. What started as a small idea quickly turned into visits filled with color and creativity. Kids pick their favorite designs — dragons, tribal art, superhero sleeves — and watch their skin transform without needles or pain.

For a little while, hospital rooms turn into art spaces. The machines fade into the background. And in their place? Smiles, laughter, and a reminder that even small moments of joy can mean everything.

In 2017, Canadian body modification enthusiast Catt Gallinger decided to transform her look in an extreme way . Covered in tattoos and no stranger to bold self-expression, she chose to undergo a rare procedure called a sclera tattoo — injecting ink directly into the white part of the eye to permanently change its color. She wanted a vivid purple shade to contrast her natural green eyes

But within hours, everything went wrong. Instead of healing, purple ink began leaking from her eye . It swelled shut, became painfully inflamed, and developed an infection. Photos later showed purple tears streaming down her face.

The procedure was done by a body modification artist, not a medical professional. The ink was reportedly injected too deeply and improperly diluted . Doctors warned she could lose her vision permanently.

Though she received intensive treatment, she suffered lasting vision damage. Afterward, she shared her story publicly — warning others that some cosmetic risks can change your life forever

The tattoos are the least of the problems here...

Men don’t like tattoos, huh?

Global Connected Wearable Patches Market Size, Trends & Forecast (2025–2032) | CAGR 51.5%

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