Tattoos are beautiful tattoo designs that will last a lifetime. They are made by inserting irremovable ink into the dermis layer of your skin to change the color. Proper aftercare has to be provided after tattooing, to get the best healing, resulting regarding most attractive tattoo with fewer complications in imminent. Tattoo aftercare varies from person to person and artist to artist. Usually your tattoo artist will provide instructions on, “how to be aware of your new tattoo design?”. But, it’s better to be prepared of these instructions just before getting your tattoo. Tattoo aftercare is simple, if you properly follow the guidance.

Tattoo aftercare:

Usually the tattoo artists, cover your tattoo along with a bandage, cling wrap or gauze. You have to keep your new tattoo covered for two hours or overnight, depending on the scale of the tattoo also known as the advice of your tattoo artist. This is accomplished to prevent any bacteria entering into the skin and prevent the blood from clotting. When it’s time to remove the bandage, do so slowly and gently with clean hands. If the bandage sticks, stop peeling and pour cool water inside the bandage and skin. Expect a few minutes and start peeling again. Remember never to hurry while taking the bandage. Do it slowly and gently, to avoid peeling your skin or parts of the tattooing. Otherwise it will create a dull gap in your beautiful tattoo.

After removing the bandage, gently wash the area with warm water. Use a mild anti-bacterial soap free of deodorants or other chemicals. Rub the soap on the tattoo gently to your fingers. Make positive you remove all traces of blood from it. After cleaning, pout cold water on the tattoo for a couple of minutes. The cold water will help the tattoo heal quickly, as it tightens the pores. Cold water also helps the color to set in. Now, gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean, dry cloth. Don’t rub it dry.

Now, apply a relatively thin layer of antibacterial ointment like Neosporin or Bacitraycin, with your palm. Do not apply thick layer of ointment, otherwise your skin cannot breath. A thin layer is enough to cover the tattoo, depending on its size.

Avoid hot tubs, pool water, or soaking in the tub during the first two weeks. This end up being to avoid the fading of the ink due to excess hydration and prevent the exposure to bacteria.

You have continue to keep your tattoo clean in order to avoid bacterial infection. Wash the tattoo at the minimum twice a day for the first week. Apply ointment on the tattoo 4-6 times for that first three days. It will keep the tattoo moisturized and prevent its fading.

The Wave tattoo studio

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Posted on:
April 20, 2019