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Getting branded with a tattoo is one of the most common forms of self-expression. Whether you’re looking to get something for the first time or you’re looking for a special piece to get with a friend or partner, the options are essentially endless. A lot of people choose to get tattoos that have special meanings, but not all designs have meanings that are easy to interpret just by looking at them. A prime example would be eye tattoos – or more specifically, third-eye tattoos. Although you may have seen this type of tattoo on someone you know and you might find it beautiful or intriguing, you may not have understood its meaning.

Curious about the third eye tattoo meaning? For the uninitiated, your third eye is located on your forehead, slightly above the middle of your eyebrows. To learn more, and see third-eye tattoo ideas, keep scrolling.

– Additional reporting by Renee Rodriguez

Third Eye Tattoo Meaning

A spiritual concept in religions like Hinduism and Buddhism, it’s often associated with consciousness, enlightenment, and intuition. Usually, opening your third eye can mean having more foresight or greater intuition ahead of certain situations or being able to sense what’s coming or what decisions you should make without much explanation.

When people get this drawn or tattooed, it’s normally pictured as an eye that’s enclosed within a triangle, but there are plenty of different iterations of third-eye tattoo designs. You can get it inked anywhere on your body, not necessarily where your third eye should be.

Whether you’re looking to get the symbol as your first tattoo or you’re making plans to add to your collection, read ahead to check out some third-eye tattoo ideas that may just inspire you on your body-art journey.