Grimes Showcases Bold Facial Ink After a Decade of Reflection

Grimes steps into the spotlight with her latest facial tattoo.

The New Ink

The renowned artist, known off-stage as Claire Boucher, shared a candid, makeup-free photograph revealing a substantial circular tattoo around her left eye. She noted on X (formerly Twitter) on October 22 that while the tattoo might seem subtle to some, it is her favorite piece.

Thoughtful Decision

Grimes didn't make this decision lightly. She elaborated on Instagram, mentioning, "I spent nearly a decade emotionally preparing for a face tattoo, but it seems like I've been too expressive with my facial drawings, and hardly anyone noticed, not even my parents."

Artistic Appreciation

Describing the tattoo as a cybersigilism design that merges ancient symbols with cyberpunk elements, she praised her tattoo artist, stating, "@glyphomancer is creating something truly unique and innovative with her facial tattoos."

At 37, Grimes believes we're in a transformative era for tattoos, highlighting their beauty, subtlety, and creativity.

Embracing Unique Body Art

Grimes has a history of unconventional tattoos, including a significant neo-tribal design on her back in 2021 and a delicate hand-poked pattern across her right shoulder and décolletage earlier this year.

Challenging Beauty Norms

Beyond her tattoos, Grimes advocates against traditional beauty standards. She voiced her frustrations on X in April, questioning why women feel pressured by beauty culture and expressing concern for her daughter's future in such an environment.