Ethan Bramble, famously tattooed from head to toe, opens up about regrets and starts removing his face tattoos for his daughter’s well-being.
Ethan “ModBoy” Bramble, a 24-year-old man from Australia, gained fame for his striking appearance, characterized by an extraordinary number of tattoos and extreme body modifications.
With over 200 tattoos covering his body, along with various surgical alterations, his unique look became central to his identity and set him apart wherever he went.
At just 11 years old, he started stretching his ears, which sparked a fascination with altering his appearance.
As he got older, his modifications became more extreme, including splitting his tongue and even surgically removing his belly button.
These choices made him a standout figure but also subjected him to criticism and judgment from others.
While tattoos and body modifications are often seen as deeply personal forms of expression, Bramble eventually began to feel differently about some of his choices.
By the time he realized he might have taken things too far, his body was nearly covered in ink, and the idea of reversing those changes seemed overwhelming.
The cost of creating his striking appearance was significant, totaling around AUD 60,000 (approximately $39,000 USD).
This investment in his body also highlighted the scale of what he might need to undo if he chose to make a change.
In an interview for LadBibleTV’s No Filter series, Bramble opened up about his feelings of regret.
Reflecting on his journey, he admitted, “I guess you could say I regret some tattoos. Not just regret; it’s more about wanting to be perceived differently.”
He also shared how public reactions, particularly the way people stared at him when he was with his young daughter, played a big role in his decision. “The face is a big thing,” he added.
Continuing his thoughts, he expressed, “It can lead to so many issues. I wouldn’t want my daughter to have to deal with those until she’s older. I wish I hadn’t gone so extreme with my face.”
To begin his transformation, Bramble started laser tattoo removal, focusing first on his face.
This decision marked a significant step in addressing his feelings and reshaping his image for his daughter’s sake.
“I’ve been undergoing laser treatments for about 12 months now,” he explained.
“We do it in sections, and I’ve gone over the full area six or seven times.”
In addition to his appearance, Bramble linked his decision to his mental well-being, stating, “A lot of the anxiety I was feeling might have stemmed from having a face full of tattoos.”
He added, “I’m happy with how I look, but I’m also happy knowing that in two years, my face tattoos will fade more and more. It’s like clearing the canvas.”
Bramble’s journey serves as a powerful reminder of the intersection between self-expression, societal perception, and personal growth.
