Ep 6. Behind the 8 Ball

In Tattoo Nightmares season 2 episode 6, titled "Behind the 8 Ball," viewers are taken on a journey into the lives of three individuals who each have a tattoo they deeply regret. These tattoos are not just bad, but they hold painful memories that haunt their everyday lives.

First up is Carl, a firefighter who was injured on the job and suffered severe burns to his body. To hide his scars, he got a tattoo on his chest of an 8 ball, but now this reminder of his pain and trauma is something he desperately wants to cover up. The team at the tattoo shop, consisting of Tommy, Big Gus, and Jasmine, sets out to create a new design that will not only cover up the 8 ball tattoo but also serve as a symbol of Carl's strength and resilience.

Next, the spotlight turns to Stephanie, a young woman whose tattoo of a dragon wrapped around her arm is not only poorly executed but also a painful reminder of an abusive relationship she had with her former partner. Stephanie reveals that her ex was obsessed with the idea of her having a tattoo of a dragon, which she eventually got to please him. Now, Stephanie wants a new tattoo that will reflect who she is as a person and help her move on from her past.

The final person seeking the help of the tattoo artists is Rick, a former gang member who had a tattoo of his gang's name on his neck. After leaving the gang, Rick is now trying to turn his life around and move away from that dark past, but the tattoo is a constant reminder. He wants to get rid of it once and for all, but the team warns him that such an extensive cover-up may require multiple sessions and can be very painful.

As always, the team at the tattoo shop listens to each person's story and works closely with them to come up with a design that will help erase the painful memories associated with their old tattoos. Viewers can expect to see a lot of creativity and skill on display as the artists come up with unique designs for each person, ranging from a phoenix rising from the ashes to a realistic portrayal of Carl's firefighting gear.

In addition to the tattoo transformations, viewers will also get a glimpse into the personal lives of the tattoo artists as they reflect on their own struggles and share their own stories of overcoming adversity. This season 2 episode of Tattoo Nightmares is sure to be a powerful showcase of the ability of tattoos to help people heal and move on from their past.