If you are getting tattoos or piercings to impress or gain the approval of others it's probably going to be a very narrow path. If, on the other hand, you really want to get them then do it with the understanding that not everyone will agree or understand.
I was given a choice as a teenager. Either get my hair cut or move out of the house. Not sure if my Father was serious but the tone of his voice led me to the barber shop. Since that time I have felt like it's really none of my business what any one else does as long as it doesn't infringe on the rights of others. How they dress, what they pierce or decorate, length or style of their hair, who they marry, etc.
I find some piercings and tattoos tasteful and others not so much but that's my problem. I have never found anything I felt like I wanted to put on display the rest of my life .
Keep in mind I'm older so have gone through a couple of transitions so I realize that what I like at one point in my life may not be that important later on.
I finally did get three tattoos a couple of years ago. All are where they are not visable unless you are in the shower with me (and you really shouldn't be). These were to make sure I was positioned correctly for my radiation treatments for prostate cancer. I was happy to get these particular tattoos.
Just thought I would weigh in and remind everyone to never say never.
Oh, and anything over three fins is a complete waste of material and a weight sacrifice................unless it's a scale project.
(Sorry Gary. Didn't see your post until after I posted.)