– Medusa tattoos are being increasingly popular among women, symbolizing survival from sexual assault or abuse.
– Medusa, a young woman raped by Poseidon in Athena’s temple, transformed into a gorgon with snake hair and the power to turn people to stone.
– The Medusa tattoo represents strength and overcoming assault, particularly by men.
– Some people get the tattoo for artistic or historical reasons, as Medusa is associated with snakes, portraits, and Greek mythology.
– The rising popularity of Medusa tattoos may be influenced by the #MeToo movement and social media trends.
– One tattoo artist has done 30 Medusa tattoos in the past six months, with online designs selling worldwide.
– Tips for getting a Medusa tattoo include researching a safe environment and tattoo artist, considering the tattoo’s implications and placement, and treating clients with respect and ensuring their safety.
– Medusa tattoos have gained popularity on TikTok, with users sharing videos and expressing strength and survival for sexual assault victims.
– The hashtag #medusatattoo has over 105 million views on TikTok, along with the hashtag #saawareness for sexual assault awareness.