That is one reason some of us prefer Asians, many of whom don't have tattoos, e.g., Amber, Halle, Nabi, Scarlett, Bijou, etc.

Ink is not sexy to me.  YMMV and everyone has their preferences, but IMO it only works in one direction.  A lack of ink annoys no one.  Ink can, and often is . . . off-putting.  

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Yes, I too agree.  When selecting a potential date on TER, I check to see if tats are present. If there is more than one, I'll pass.  And if that one tat is large, I'll pass too.  Just not a turn on for me.  I prefer "smooth, clean" skin.  Just my preference.

and it's a shame, too, because the ladies with tats are often quite nice and quite skilled.  but it's such a turn off to me that i don't enjoy myself.

also, and i know i'm old-fashioned, but over-done piercings can put me off too.  earrings, and maybe a navel, but crap in a girls nose and cheeks or tongue or her personal area really is a turn off.

i'm a fuddy duddy i guess, but these kids today!

Gentlemen,
I am visiting the City of Angels for the first time from Seattle. Please allow me to show off my porcelain "Northwest tan". I do not have any ink on my body or piercings outside of my ears. I am not saying that I will never get a tattoo, but I won't be getting one until it is something I can guarantee means a lot to me and I will proudly wear for a lifetime.

Yours,
Kristina Larson

that tattoos are a bit of a turn-off, as are piercings.  I set both on "none" in the seach engine and go from there.

I am surprised, I am rather neutral on tattoos.  In fact, a well placed nice one is kind of a turn on.