A WOMAN who claims nobody noticed her has transformed her body with tattoos.
Cigno, a former tech worker, has spent over £156,000 on ink – with tats everywhere including her armpits, cheeks and nose – and refers to herself as a ‘human cyborg’.
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She claimed she once was “the girl no one noticed” – but is now constantly fending off evil trolls who say “no man will want me” because of her tattoos.
Despite getting flak for her unusual appearance, the influencer, who has 105,000 followers on Instagram, has no regrets.
She believes her tattoos are a “power move” and have helped her turn from a “nerdy” child to an “unforgettable” woman.
“I started this journey as the girl no one noticed,” Cigno told What’s The Jam.
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“Bullied, overlooked, told I was ‘too quiet’ or ‘too nerdy.’
“So I transformed by losing 50lbs, started sculpting my body and turned my skin into a statement.
“My ribs and sternum were my most painful, brutal, in fact.
“But pain is part of the ritual. Every tattoo is a power move.
“Some people drop [this kind of money] on cars or handbags.
“I wear my investment every day – and I never need to flex with a purse or a man.”
The influencer’s new look doesn’t come without its challenges.
She said: “Some people stare, some compliment me.
“Others mutter that I’m ‘a waste’ and trolls say no man will want me.
“Newsflash: I’m not here to be wanted. I’m here to be unforgettable.
Which tattoos hurt the most?
Depending on what part of your body you choose to ink, tattoos can range significantly in terms of pain levels.
Some of the most painful areas are those where the skin tends to be thinner or closer to the bone.
Each area has specific factors which contribute to the level of pain.
Ribcage: Thin skin, little muscle, and many nerve endings.
Feet and ankles: Many bones, tendons, and nerve endings close to the surface.
Hands and fingers: Many bones, tendons, and nerve endings, resulting in increased pain during tattooing. Knuckles can be especially painful.
Spine: Proximity of the spinal cord and nerve endings makes it sensitive. Tattooing directly over the vertebrae can be especially painful.
Knees and elbows: Thin skin and little padding between the skin and the underlying bones.
Armpits and groin: High concentration of nerve endings and lymph nodes.
Neck and throat: Thin and sensitive skin, with many nerve endings and blood vessels close to the surface.
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“Men who can’t handle that can scroll on.”
“Funny how the loudest critics are always the ones who’d never survive a day living unapologetically.
“I see the woman I built from scratch. I’m not chasing beauty standards.”
Despite having very little skin left that hasn’t been inked, Cigno isn’t finished yet.
The German native who lives in California, added: “I’m curating a look that blends bold body art and high fashion.
“My tattoos aren’t random. They follow my physique and elevate my style.
“I’m not just inked—I’ve created a ‘CIGNature’ aesthetic that’s as powerful as it is feminine.
“People assume tattooed women are wild, uneducated, desperate for attention.
“I hold a master’s degree and run a business. I’m tattooed, feminine, and financially independent.
“I’m not a stereotype. I’m the exception.”
