Some memories fade with time. Others remain—so vivid that you want to hold onto them forever.
Anna, 34, from St. Gallen, wears her story on her skin. Her tattoos aren’t the result of impulsive decisions. They are symbols of love, loss, courage, and new beginnings. Each one represents a moment that has shaped her—and a strength that has endured.
Memories Under the Skin
When she was 17, Anna got her first tattoo—her daughter’s name, “KSENIJA.”
“I was really scared of getting a tattoo. It took a lot of courage on my part. But because it was for my daughter, I knew I could do it.”
Today, she has many tattoos. Her children’s names. A tribute to her late father. Symbols of new beginnings, relationships, and life stages.
None of this is by chance. Every motif is linked to a memory—whether happy or painful.
“The good times remind me of how precious they were. The hard times remind me that I made it through them.”
More than just ink
In the past, people with tattoos were often stigmatized. Today, tattoo art symbolizes individuality, depth, and personality.
For Anna, tattoos are art, freedom, and self-expression—and a way to come to terms with the past.
“They help me let go of things, hold on to them, or accept them.”
They aren't just jewelry. They are part of their identity.
Care as a Mindful Moment
For Anna, the story doesn't end with the last stitch.
“I take great care of both fresh and healed tattoos. It’s not just about the tattoo itself, but also about the skin—it carries the story.”
She discovered SKULLTRESS™ last year. At first, it was the design that caught her eye.
“When you think of oil, you tend to think of something greasy. SKULLTRESS™ has completely convinced me otherwise.”
Today, she describes her skincare routine as a little ritual:
“Pleasant, light, and luxurious—like a little self-care ritual.”
She prefers the SKULLTRESS™ Noir model. She loves both how it feels against her skin and its minimalist design—it’s beautiful enough to leave on display.
A thought that lingers
“My tattoos are memories, scars, and a source of strength all at once—visible on my skin, but deeply rooted in my heart.”
And perhaps that is the essence of tattoo culture:
Not everything in life stays easy. But some things remain meaningful. Art doesn’t end when the needle stops—it lives on through care.
