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IOL News
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Swiss woman tattoos Red Bull barcode on her arm, and it actually scans
Dew scans her Red Bull barcode tattoo. Image: TikTok screenshot A Swiss woman has taken her love for Red Bull to the next level by getting the drink's barcode tattooed on her arm. What's even more surprising is that it actually scans! Known as @mycringe.s–t on TikTok and Instagram, Dew shared a video of the barcode tattoo in action, and it quickly went viral online. The clip, which shows her successfully scanning the tattoo at a self-checkout, has racked up over eight million views on TikTok alone. 'For everyone wondering if my Red Bull barcode works, yes it does (if u get the right angle and in Switzerland),' she wrote in the caption. Dew told What's The Jam that she had been toying with the idea of getting a barcode tattoo for some time. With an existing collection of quirky tattoos, including an alpaca, the Zelda sword, hearts, and a lemon, she originally considered something playful like a broccoli. But in the end, she landed on Red Bull, a nod to the energy she associates with the drink. Her version of the barcode isn't just a copy-paste from a can. The design includes a cartoon worm munching through the code, inspired by a doodle from her sister. 'I then added the worm which is chomping it up, based on a little drawing my sister did,' Dew explained. While her tattoo artist was doubtful the barcode would actually scan, Dew remained hopeful. 'I knew it possibly couldn't work as my artist was very open about it,' she said. 'I tried the next day at work and it did, I was so excited about it.' The machine registers it as a 250 ml can of Red Bull. Image: TikTok screenshot
NDTV
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Woman Gets Barcode Tattoo That Can Actually Be Scanned, Wows Internet
What is the most unique tattoo you have ever heard of? Forget bizarre quotes or unusual characters, one Swiss woman decided to get a tattoo of a barcode on her arm - and her design has taken social media by storm. Wondering what is so special about it? As seen in a video (shared by the woman herself), the barcode is actually scannable. It is linked to a can of the popular drink Red Bull. The woman, whose name is Dew, reportedly spent more than $600 (approx. Rs 51,000) on her Red Bull tattoo. Also Read: Man Hooks 9 Bags To His Vest To Carry Groceries, Internet Is Amazed By His Jugaad In a video posted on Instagram, we get a glimpse of her distinctive ink. A worm is depicted as chewing off part of the barcode. As per reports, she added this particular element based on a drawing by her younger sister. At first, she wasn't sure that scanning the code would lead to anything. "I knew it possibly couldn't work as my artist was very open about it... I tried the next day at work and it did, I was so excited about it," she told Jam Press, as quoted by The New York Post. In the clip, we see her using a handheld scanner at a self-checkout counter at a store. The system registers the scan as the camera moves to show us the screen, where we can see that a 250 ml can of Red Bull has been added to the billing. In the caption, Dew wrote, "For everyone wondering if my redbull barcode works, yes, it does (if you get the right angle and in Switzerland)." Take a look below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dew (@ In the comments, many people were amazed that the barcode tattoo actually worked. Several users expressed a desire to get similarly inked with designs for their favourite food and drinks. Some people were critical as they felt the tattoo would become "useless" once the barcode is changed. Read some of the reactions from Instagram here: "I fear this may be the coolest thing I've ever seen." "This is so iconic." "This is so cute and creative!!" "Compliments to the artist, that's clean line work if that actually scans." "That's hilarious, and I will be sad for the day it stops working." "Imagine explaining this in 1945." "What if in the future they change the barcode of the Red Bull?" "This is actually the sickest party trick." "I've always wanted to do this, but I worry it wouldn't work." "I'm just shocked at the computer-like accuracy of the artist." So far, the viral video has clocked over 19 million views on Instagram. It has also grabbed many eyeballs on other social media platforms.
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Woman tattoos Red Bull barcode on her hand, gets scanned at grocery checkout: ‘Compliments to the artist'
A Swiss woman got a unique tattoo featuring a barcode inked on her skin that actually scans successfully at self-checkout machines. Inspired by the Red Bull energy drink, the functional tattoo has captured widespread attention online. A video showing the tattoo in action has since been making rounds on social media, amassing over 19 million views on Instagram. 'For everyone wondering if my Red Bull barcode works, yes it does,' she captioned the post of the video. Dew, the woman behind the striking body art and social media creator known as @mycringe.s–t, shared with Jam Press that she had been contemplating a barcode tattoo for a while. Initially, she considered something more whimsical like broccoli, but decided on Red Bull after associating the drink with 'thinking energy," reported the New York Post. The tattoo, which cost her over ₹52,000 (approximately 600 USD), features the iconic barcode being chewed by a worm, a detail based on a small drawing by her sister. Dew explained, 'I then added the worm which is chomping it up, based on a little drawing my sister did.' The design is reminiscent of the barcode skull tattoo featured in the 'Hitman' video game series. Also read: Chinese university requires 'every woman on her period to take off pants' to qualify for sick leave: Report Though her tattoo artist was sceptical about whether the barcode would function, Dew was pleasantly surprised. 'I knew it possibly couldn't work as my artist was very open about it,' she said. 'I tried the next day at work and it did, I was so excited about it.' In a now-viral clip, Dew demonstrates the tattoo's functionality by scanning it at a self-checkout machine. The scanner recognises the barcode, and the screen confirms the charge for one 250 ml can of Red Bull. Elated, Dew celebrates the success, pointing at the screen with a triumphant whoop. A post shared by Dew (@ Social media users praised the ingenious blend of creativity and utility. One commented, 'Well that's my next tattoo design sorted,' while another exclaimed, 'OMG THIS IS GENIUS!' Also read: OpenAI model disobeys humans, refuses to shut down. Elon Musk says 'concerning' A user added, 'It is still necessary to underline the prowess of the tattoo artist because this kind of thing is down to the millimeter.' A user commented, 'I fear this may be the coolest thing I've ever seen' One user added, 'Compliments to the artist, that's clean line work if that actually scans'
New York Post
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
I love Red Bull so much I got a barcode tattoo — it even scans at the grocery checkout
Redbull: It gives you wild ideas. A Swiss woman is such a fan of Red Bull that she reportedly got the energy drink can's barcode tattooed on her skin – and it amazingly works at self-checkout. A video of her utilizing this functional body art has racked up over 7.9 million views on TikTok. 'I was thinking about getting a barcode tattoo for some time,' the woman, named Dew, told Jam Press of her drink-inspired ink job. Coincidentally, the content creator — who goes by @mycringe.s–t on social media — was initially thinking of getting a tat of 'broccoli or something silly,' but then decided on Red Bull after 'thinking energy.' 4 'I was thinking about getting a barcode tattoo for some time, however it wasn't always planned to be a Red Bull,' said Dew. Jam Press/Dew 4 The tattoo which features a barcode being eaten by a worm that was inspired by one of her sister's illustrations. Jam Press/Dew Dew reportedly dropped the equivalent of over $600 on the tattoo, which features the barcode being chomped by a worm. 'I then added the worm which is chomping it up, based on a little drawing my sister did,' Dew explained of the body art, which evokes the barcode-themed skull tattoo from the 'Hitman' games. 4 Dew tests out her Red Bull tattoo. Jam Press/Dew The Swiss woman couldn't believe that the barcode was functional as even her ink guy had his reservations. 'I knew it possibly couldn't work as my artist was very open about it,' the content creator exclaimed. 'I tried the next day at work and it did, I was so excited about it.' 4 The inkjob cost over $600. Jam Press/Dew In the clip, Dew can be seen taking her tat for a test run by scanning the code at a self-checkout. The scanner goes off, prompting the ink-lover to whoop in triumph and point at the screen, where it shows she's been charged for one 250ml can of Red Bull. 'For everyone wondering if my Red Bull barcode works, yes it does,' Dew gushed in the caption to an Instagram repost of the video. Viewers were impressed that she managed to combine form and function so seamlessly. 'Well that's my next tattoo design sorted,' said one, while another wrote, 'OMG THIS IS GENIUS!' Even Red Bull Germany praised her permanent product plug, calling the feat 'Inkcredible.' However, some critics claimed it was quite shortsighted of her to get a permanent tattoo of something that would only work until they changed the barcode. 'What she gonna do when the barcode changes,' fretted one, to which the Red Bull fan replied, 'not care.' No word as to whether Dew is worried about getting accidentally scanned for a Red Bull every time she goes to checkout at the store.
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I love Red Bull so much I got a tattoo of their barcode – it works at every self checkout and people call me iconic
A WOMAN has left the internet stunned after getting a barcode of her favourite drink tattooed on her arm. Dew, from Switzerland, took to social media to show off her new ink. 3 3 The tattoo features a barcode with a small worm by the side of it. In the clip, she took herself to a self-scanning checkout and instead of using the code on the item, used her arm tattoo. After a few seconds of trying, the checkout beeped as it recognised the barcode etched onto her arm. On the screen it revealed it was for a can of Red Bull, Dew's favourite drink. She screamed as the barcode scanned, clearly thrilled her tattoo worked. The clip quickly went viral with over 7.8 million views and she went on to answer questions from viewers in another post. Dew revealed the barcode worked in multiple shops She also said that the barcode does not change the price in stores. She added: "This identifies the item, the store sets the price, the system knows the price for the product. "I cannot cheat with this to get me a cheap Red Bull." I got an elephant tattoo - but it looks like a penis The video was shared on her TikTok account @ mycringe.s**t and people were left stunned by the clever design. Some went as far as to hail Dew as a genius while others were inspired to get a similar tattoo. One person wrote: "Iconic." Another commented: 'Well that's my next tattoo design sorted." Tattoo Do's and Don'ts 1. Think, think and think some more Tattoos done on a whim are far more likely to lead to regret than a tattoo you thought long and hard about. Think about why you want what you've chosen. And if you still want it after a few months, then get it. 2. Age restrictions apply You must be 18 years old to be tattooed in the UK. 3. Don't haggle over the price When you go to a tattoo shop the price is the price. You are paying for an artist's time and skills, they charge what they believe those things are worth. 4. Don't get tattooed while you're hungry Eat before you go for your tattoo session and make sure you're hydrated. You're about to be subjected to a period of sustained physical discomfort, if you're feeling a little weak from hunger or you're dehydrated things will not go as smoothly as they should. 5. Don't drink alcohol before you get tattooed If you are drunk or under the influence of drugs, don't go for a tattoo. In fact, if your tattooist has anything at all about them they will turn you away if you are clearly under the influence of any intoxicating substances. I'd also avoid drinking the night before, even a few drinks will thin your blood and make your bleed more. "I Need this," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "And all of the sudden I know what I want my next tattoo to be." "Imagine if the barcode changes,' claimed a fifth. Someone else added: 'Omg I need to do this for my fav drink."
