So THAT'S why getting a tattoo really, really hurts.

Whether you’re a fan of tattoos or not, this video from Smarter Every Day is pretty freaking amazing.

Host Destin wanted to get a clearer picture of how the tattooing process works, so he got himself a very fancy micro camera and filmed some EXTREME close-up footage of some brave guy getting inked.

It’s pretty intense:

First major shocker: MULTIPLE NEEDLES are used!

You have to watch the process from start to finish. It’s straight-up mesmerising:

And now, because it just feels right, here’s a gallery of massive tattoo fuck-ups. You’re welcome:

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