Tattoos are not allowed in Islam because they are considered to detract from the beauty of God’s creation. However, many Muslims are tempted to get tattoos on their bodies. They regret it when guidance comes to them. Erasing the memory of a tattoo may be much easier than removing it from the skin because the process is painful.

There was a story when my husband, son, and I went to Mecca for Umrah last year. My son made a confession.

Mom, don’t be shocked and angry. I have a tattoo on my arm.

I stared in disbelief. It turned out that my son made it while he was studying in another city years ago.

Everything has happened. What else can I do, right?

So, I forgave him. Islamic scholars also agree that if someone repents, he does not need to remove the tattoo on his body. Allah is Most Forgiving. That’s His promise for everyone who takes a way to return to Islam.

Sorry for my friends who like tattoos. No offense, guys. This is just my humble opinion about tattoos. Thank you.