Tattoos Are Unnecessary

You are very welcome, and thank you for your argument. Arguments:I should have been more clear in the title and first argument, I apologize. I respect people's desire for a tattoo, I am not telling them that they can't get it, I am defending my position on why I believe they are unnecessary. There are many alternatives to getting a tattoo. If there are alternatives, then tattoos are not necessary, only desirable. If people think that the only way to express themselves and show dedication is by getting a tattoo, then that is a bit extreme, isn't it? They would be limiting their expression. If they truly love something and want it to be a part of their body for eternity just to show their love for it, then why don't they sew it on their clothes (hopefully they have clothes on), or express their love and passion in other ways? Now I understand if a tattoo is part of a culture or religion, therefore they are required to get one, but if it is just for self expression and individuality, then it is not necessary, only desirable. Also, it is a part of them forever if it is in their hearts, is it not? As long as they keep their personality and individuality and stand by it, there is no need for a tattoo, only a desire. Additionally, tattoos (and removal) can be very expensive. Now you might argue: if they love the person/thing so much, then the money is worth it. But why? Like I said, there are alternatives, cheaper alternatives I might add. Again, desirable, but not necessary. Rebuttals:"It also contradicts your idea for an alternative defense and your statement saying:'The answer: Don't. There are other ways to show your love other than damaging your skin with tattoos. '"When I said that, I was stating the reason why I believe that they are unnecessary. I am sorry, I misused my words there. What I meant to say was that there are alternatives to damaging your skin just to show your love for something. "They have a tattoo removal gel that you rub onto to your skin and fades it. It also FDA approved. No pain was mentioned in either of these. "Yes, neither of them mention pain, but neither of them say they are painless, either. If it was painful, of course they wouldn't say so, but if it was painless, they would be more than happy to notify the consumer of that, but they did not. Also, in your source . http://www.etsy.com... , it comes with many, many possible risks if you read the "Legal Disclaimer. " So when someone gets a tattoo, they are already risking so much, but then when they want it removed, they risk even more. Why go through the hassle when there are alternatives? "Tattoo designs can be very beautiful, peaceful, creative and people would like that on their body to show expression. "Like I have said numerous times: alternatives. (and if they want to show it in public, they can make their own clothing items, accessories, etc. )"I have more than explained why tattoos are very popular and very meaningful. "Popular and meaningful are different from necessary. Necessary- beingessential,indispensable,orrequisite Source: . http://dictionary.reference.com...Like I said numerous times, a tattoo is not essential, it is desirable. "Also, many cultures and tribes tattoo as a part of their religious beliefs, love, tribe you belong to, and amulets. "I respect that. "She has the right to her opinion, and as do I but this a debate. "Definition of "debate": adiscussion,asofapublicquestioninanassembly,involving opposingviewpointsSource: . http://dictionary.reference.com...My viewpoint is that tattoos are unnecessary, yours is that they are. This is irrelevant. "I have provided evidence, sources, and reasons why tattoos are necessary. "My evidence: the risks and dangers of getting a tattoo and why it is unnecessary. My sources were in my first argument. (Not to mention I have disproved one of my opponent's sources)My reasons: there are alternatives and tattoos come with many risks. "But tattoos are necessary for the tattoo that has deep meaning. "That makes is desirable, not necessary. There are other ways to show deep meanings for things. In conclusion, tattoos are unnecessary due to the fact that there are alternatives that do not come with the heavy amounts of risks and expenses that a tattoo comes with. If people want a tattoo to show their passion for something, that only makes a tattoo desirable, not necessary, because there are other ways. As this is the last and final round, I would like to give many thanks to my opponent for his time spent.