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

Tattoo aftercare:

Usually the tattoo artists, cover your tattoo with a bandage, cling wrap or gauze. You have to keep your new tattoo covered for two hours or overnight, depending on the size of the tattoo or the advice of your tattoo artist. This is done to prevent any bacteria accepting the skin and keep away from the blood from clots. 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. Wait for an a few minutes and get started peeling again. Remember not to hurry while taking the bandage. Do it slowly and gently, to avoid peeling your skin or parts of the tattoo. 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 together with fingers. Make sure that you remove all traces of blood from it. After cleaning, pout cold water on the tattoo for moments. 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 textile. Don’t rub it dry.

Now, apply a very thin layer of antibacterial ointment like Neosporin or Bacitraycin, with your hands. 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 is actually by avoid the fading of the ink due to excess hydration and quit the exposure to bacteria.

You have to keep your tattoo clean in order to avoid bacterial infection. Wash the tattoo much less than twice a day for the first week. Apply ointment on the tattoo 4-6 times for your 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