Viral Video Highlights Growing Trend of Tattoo Removal: "You Look Happier"

A recent viral video by creator @itskaylastewart has sparked widespread discussion online, highlighting a growing trend of tattoo removal. The seven-second clip features Stewart dancing in her living room, with overlaid text revealing, "thanks, I spent 4 years removing 30 tattoos on my arms." The video, uploaded on July 21, 2025, quickly amassed over 3.3 million views, with many users expressing support for her decision. Stewart's journey of reversing her body art has resonated with thousands, prompting a lively debate in the comments section. While many users shared their own experiences with tattoo regret and removal, others questioned the motivations behind getting and then removing tattoos, with one user stating, "Not having tattoos is the new having tattoos." Another comment highlighted the personal nature of the decision, saying, "It’s HER body, she can do what she wants." The video serves as a poignant reminder that personal aesthetics and choices evolve, and the decision to remove tattoos is becoming increasingly common. This trend reflects a broader societal shift where individuals are openly sharing their journeys of self-redefinition.

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Woman Goes Viral for Spending 4 Years Removing 30 Tattoos. She Was Shocked at t…

Kayla Stewart talks exclusively with PEOPLE about the four-year process she underwent to remove 30 tattoos from her body.