1This Scorpio Couples Tattoo
You, Scorpio, may have a lot of secrets, but it's no secret that Scorpios are sensitive, sensual beings. Get a tattoo of an embrace between two people that embodies all that passion and intimacy you have bottled up inside.
2This Scorpio Hand Tattoo
This emotional water sign loves intensely, protects fiercely, and seeks security in relationships. A hand tattoo design like this one captures all that in a sweet way—not in a potentially ~possessive~ way that some Scorpios are also known for.
3This Scorpion Wrist Tattoo
You can't spell "scorpion" without "Scorpio," and no symbol is a more accurate representation of this sign, which is why this wrist tattoo makes so much sense for you.
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4This Shark Scorpio Tattoo
The scorpion might be the most obvious choice for an animal-themed Scorpio tattoo, but sharks—as intense, confident, curious, and strategic as they are—totally make sense for you, too. Also, shark attacks. Scorpios are vengeful. Just sayin'.
5This Dotted Scorpio Constellation Tattoo
As a Scorpio, you're a loyal friend. Get the Scorpio constellation tattooed on your shoulder to represent how you always have a shoulder to lean on. Or how you'll give them the cold shoulder if they betray you. Either one.
6This Key Tattoo Design
You're secretive, fiercely protective, and cautious of letting people into your guarded heart. Need I explain the reason why a key tattoo would fit this zodiac sign so perfectly?
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7These Element Symbols Tattoos
Looking for a group tattoo with your best friends or a design to share with a special someone? Go together and get tattoos the symbols of your elements (a water sign is an upside-down triangle, FYI) in the same place.
8A Scorpio Symbol Tiny Tattoo
A tiny tattoo on the back of your next is a little mysterious, a little secretive, and a really good idea for a Scorpio.
9This Rose Tattoo
What makes a floral design such a good choice for a Scorpio is the fact that this sign has a pretty impressive sense of smell. Seriously! It's a thing. Wear a new perfume around them next time and see what they say.
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10These Couple Tattoos
If you're dating a Scorpio, then you know what passionate lovers they are. They'd love to show their devotion to you with a couple's tattoo, like this one of two avocado halves.
11This Shell Scorpio Tattoo
Scorpio is a water sign (obvs), and this beach-themed tattoo is a super-pretty tattoo option that illustrates your connection to the sea. Not only that, but just like Scorpios, clams are hard to open up, but def worth your extra effort once they do.
12This Teary Tattoo
Let's be real, Cancers, Pisces, and Scorpios have all earned a reputation for being big criers. And as emotional, sensitive water signs, that's kinda fair. Scorpios, in particular, are known for their intense gaze, so lean into all of that with this crying eye tattoo.
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13This Wave Tattoo
Your Scorpio tattoo doesn't have to be so obvious. Actually, as a guarded Scorpio, you probs want to keep the full meaning of your design a secret. A wave tattoo like this one would subtly hint at the water sign without giving it all away.
14This Stick-and-Poke Tattoo
You, my Scorpio friend, are powerful, brave, and ambitious, which is why a stick-and-poke tattoo of a rocket ship is so perfectly *you*.
15This Scorpio Finger Tattoo
The zodiac sign's animal symbol is always a solid option for ink. Plus, the finger tattoo placement is perfect if you need to keep your Scorpio tattoo hidden and only show those closest to you—such a Scorpio thing to do.
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16This Red Scorpion Tattoo
Scorpios love a dark red color, so add another clever element to your Scorpio tattoo and get your design done in red ink to represent your intense, fierce, and passionate nature.
17This Mysterious Scorpio Tattoo
Scorpios are hard to read. This abstract wave tattoo? Also hard to read. Get a tattoo that only those closest to you know the true significance of.
18This Scorpio Hip Tattoo
If you've decided on a classic Scorpio symbol design, go with a discreet, cheeky hip tattoo placement that will appeal to your secretive and ~sultry~ sides.
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19This Planet and Portrait Tattoo
This celestial-themed portrait tattoo is as mysterious and deep as you are. This is definitely a conversation starter (and we know how much you love deep convos).
20This Complex Constellation Tattoo
This Scorpio tattoo has many layers to it, just like you. At first glance, it looks like just the Scorpio constellation. But on closer inspection, you’ll find the Scorpio symbol, a planet, the sun, and a moon tattoo hidden in the stars.
Brooke Shunatona is a contributing writer for Cosmopolitan.com.
Ama Kwarteng was previously the associate beauty editor at Cosmopolitan.
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