Eivind Ertesvag 
“When I look in the mirror, I see a meadow full of flowers and love,” she says.
Just ten years ago, she was strongly against tattoos. Now, her body is a colorful canvas – and she’s never felt more beautiful.
Kerstin Tristan, a 56-year-old grandmother from Germany, has spent over £25,000 (about $32,000) turning her body into a living work of art. And she’s become a social media sensation along the way.
From Tattoo Skeptic to Instagram Star
Before 2015, Kerstin didn’t have a single tattoo – and didn’t want one. But something shifted.
“I wasn’t happy with how I looked,” she said in an interview with Hooked on the Look. That was the beginning of a transformation that would change how she saw herself forever.
Now, she proudly shows off her tattoos to over 195,000 followers on Instagram (@tattoo_butterfly_flower), where fans praise her with comments like “Wow, incredible photo” and call her body a “beautiful piece of art.”
Every Tattoo Tells a Story
From blooming roses on her legs to fierce leopard prints across her shoulders and intricate portraits on her arms – Kerstin’s tattoos are more than decorations. They’re a symbol of self-love and acceptance.
“When I look in the mirror, I see a beautiful garden full of flowers to love,” she says. Her transformation is both visual and emotional – a tribute to freedom, healing, and embracing who she truly is.
This Was Her Look 10 Years Ago
Kerstin recently posted a “before” photo, showing her face and body before tattoos. With curls and unmarked skin, she looked completely different – but her bright smile remained the same.
Today, her hair features ashy blonde streaks, and every inch of her skin tells a different part of her story.
Kerstin’s journey is a reminder that it’s never too late to change – or to fall in love with yourself again.
“I’ve had messages from people saying I helped them accept themselves,” she shares. “That means everything to me.”
In a world full of expectations and judgment, her story is a bold reminder to embrace your unique self – no matter your age.
