12+ Incredible Tattoos That Transform Birthmarks And Scars Into Stunning Art

This is an incredibly clever way to turn a scar into a dynamic piece of art on one's body. Bravo.

This one is part of a really cool trend in which people get tattoos that pull focus away from their scars. Smart and gorgeous!

Color tattoos tend to blend really nicely with skin discoloration or birth marks with darkness in them. A simple idea with amazing results.

Not only does this one make the original scar look like a zipper track, but the zipper itself is so detailed and gorgeous that it pulls focus.

Nothing like an interesting and dynamic illustration to show off part of your personal history.

If it's already ghost shaped, why wouldn't you go this route?

This is the only mustache on earth that actually works well.

Self harm scars can be extremely difficult to walk around with, so having a wicked piece of art in order to change their meaning has the ability to change someone's entire attitude regarding their self worth.

This piece is so well done that it almost looks as if the red was put their purposefully.

This one is not only well drawn and applied, but wonderfully clever.

Once again, if you have a scar or birthmark that really resembles something cool on it's own, you almost have to go for it.

You can't even tell that this one is a cover-up. I'm obsessed.

Another awesome piece of art that honors and matches the original mark. Holy moly.

What better way to show how you've grown and change than to plant your own little birthmark homage garden?

I can't stop looking into that flower. Honestly. It's so darn cool.

Perfect use of negative space here. So awesome.

A touching tribute piece and a wicked way to turn something painful into something beautiful.

Simple, but elegant in every way.

Something about the lines and straight angles of fish and tails make them perfect for scar cover-ups.

How are people THIS GOOD AT ART???

Association is everything, and if a beautiful art piece helps someone have a more positive association to being in their own skin, the money to get the tattoo is worth it 100x over.

How do these people have such cool imaginations? And how do I hire them?

Again, sea creatures are a no-brainer. They always look good.

These people's bodies are like illustrated history books.

Striking and powerful, which is hopefully how this person feels after getting this tattoo.

Did anyone else book their next tattoo halfway through this list? I sure did.

This is one of those ones that looks like the design was purposefully supposed to be like that, no matter where the scar was.

A gorgeous frame to someone's lived history.

You could even add more flowers as you get older to represent your growth! Such a cool idea.

Such good use of color here. Absolutely beautiful.

That's definitely one way to go about your healing journey!

A line could just be a line...or it could be a ray of energy pulling a T-Rex up to a flying saucer. It's all up to you.

This is one repair that you'll never have to touch up.

You know that these people are all sitting in cool coffee shops looking cool with their cool tattoos. You just know.

This kind of cover-up takes some serious skill.

Is there a better way to pay homage to your history than with some art of Scar himself? I don't think so.

You can tell that the artist drew the flower in a way that perfectly matches the scar. I'm awestruck.

The detail on this one is absolutely incredible, and really does justice to the original scars by turning them into a piece rather than covering them up with one.

Great placement, great artwork, and such a neat addition! Deep-sea divers always make for cool tattoos.

I've always thought these art nouveau style tattoos were gorgeous, and this one proves me right yet again!

This person the tattoo is of Mother Nature, which makes perfect sense! Nothing like the embodiment of color, life, and beauty to honor your past.

An almost minimalist piece, this tattoo brings out an old faded scar, perfect for highlighting that which makes you stronger!

I may be biased because I love A Nightmare On Elm Street, but come on, this is so cool.

Small, cute, and even funny! A smart accent that gets the message across.

The way the birthmark is centered in this piece and becomes part of the art around it is stunning!

Heartwarming and touching, this dad got a tattoo that copies his daughter's birthmark so they can both be confident about it together! Grade-A parenting right here.

The color on this piece is amazing, letting the scar blend in perfectly!

What do you do when a birthmark isn't in a particularly usable shape? Make it a beautiful backdrop.