henna vs. real tatoo

[Jen]

Hey, question to throw out. I am considering getting a tatoo.
However,the thought of it being permanent (and the pain) are what is
stopping me so far.
What are your opinions on tatoo's vs. henna tatoos. What would be the
benifits of either... or the disadvantages of either?
~Jen

[shpet...@hotmail.com]

i think u should get a henna tatoo. in the gulf u can get henna in
either red or black . painless and still looks good =)

[Linds]

I would be careful, though. "Black" henna can contain PPD, or
para-phenylenediamine, an ingredient in hair dye that can cause
scarring on the skin. However, it is safe to get an indigo tatoo, which
is sometimes marketed as "black henna" because it will dye hair black.
Indigo on skin leaves a blue or black design (depending on how many
times you apply it). Indigo is safe, PPD is not. Just be careful!