Proper Care of a New Tattoo
When you are done with your new tattoo, the next thing you are probably going to be bothered about is how you can take proper care of it. When you leave the tattoo studio, the tattoo artist is not responsible for any more problems you have with your tattoo later on if you fail to take care of your tattoo properly. It would be a smart idea to follow the advice which is given here. A properly etched tattoo in all the right conditions could easily turn bad if you fail to stick to the right curative procedures.
Prior to your exit from the tattoo parlor, your tattoo artist will cover your fresh tattoo with a bandage. The reason for this bandage is in order to prevent bacteria from getting into your wound, despite the fact that your tattoo is a tattoo, it is also a wound. A wound is open flesh and it is prime real estate for bacteria as well as an infection. It is important that you do not remove your bandage for at least two hours.
When you've removed the bandage, the next thing is to wash the tattoo. You should use lukewarm water and liquid antibacterial soap in other to wash away the ointment and blood from the tattoo area. Make sure you do not use a washcloth or any other abrasive material. Your hand will do just well, stick to these instructions to the letter so that you are absolutely sure you are taking good care of your tattoo.
Pat the area of the tattoo firmly with a good clean towel or a paper one in order to get it completely dry, after this use a bit of ointment. Ointment that has vitamins A & D in it would be most preferable but if that isn't available Bacitracin or a similar antibacterial ointment is okay.
Do not use Neosporin. This is a wonderful product for cuts and scrapes, but not in trying to give proper care for new tattoos. Some can have an allergic reaction to the Neosporin, which causes little red bumps. When the bumps go away, so does the ink.
After you have finished using the ointment for a period of between 3 and 5 days, then you should make sure that the tattoo is kept clean on a continual basis and for this you may use a mild lotion rather than using ointment. The purpose behind all this is to ensure that your skin is kept soft. Lotions that are free from dye and fragrances should also be used as well. Eucerin does wonders for a number of people too.
You can shower with a new tattoo. It's OK to get your tattoo wet, just try not to soak it. If you get soap or shampoo on your tattoo, just remove it quickly with water. Swimming, whether it is a pool, fresh water or salt water should be avoided for at least 2 weeks.
After a few days, you will notice some peeling and possibly a little scabbing. Excessive scabbing could indicate a poorly done tat. Apply warm moist compresses to the scabs for about 5 minutes 2-3 times a day to soften them and they will eventually come off on their own. Taking proper care of your new tattoo means that you will have to endure a bit of discomfort so when your tat starts to heal it will itch but NEVER pick it or scratch it. Rather just slap it softly; this means the tattoo is almost healed.
Prior to your exit from the tattoo parlor, your tattoo artist will cover your fresh tattoo with a bandage. The reason for this bandage is in order to prevent bacteria from getting into your wound, despite the fact that your tattoo is a tattoo, it is also a wound. A wound is open flesh and it is prime real estate for bacteria as well as an infection. It is important that you do not remove your bandage for at least two hours.
When you've removed the bandage, the next thing is to wash the tattoo. You should use lukewarm water and liquid antibacterial soap in other to wash away the ointment and blood from the tattoo area. Make sure you do not use a washcloth or any other abrasive material. Your hand will do just well, stick to these instructions to the letter so that you are absolutely sure you are taking good care of your tattoo.
Pat the area of the tattoo firmly with a good clean towel or a paper one in order to get it completely dry, after this use a bit of ointment. Ointment that has vitamins A & D in it would be most preferable but if that isn't available Bacitracin or a similar antibacterial ointment is okay.
Do not use Neosporin. This is a wonderful product for cuts and scrapes, but not in trying to give proper care for new tattoos. Some can have an allergic reaction to the Neosporin, which causes little red bumps. When the bumps go away, so does the ink.
After you have finished using the ointment for a period of between 3 and 5 days, then you should make sure that the tattoo is kept clean on a continual basis and for this you may use a mild lotion rather than using ointment. The purpose behind all this is to ensure that your skin is kept soft. Lotions that are free from dye and fragrances should also be used as well. Eucerin does wonders for a number of people too.
You can shower with a new tattoo. It's OK to get your tattoo wet, just try not to soak it. If you get soap or shampoo on your tattoo, just remove it quickly with water. Swimming, whether it is a pool, fresh water or salt water should be avoided for at least 2 weeks.
After a few days, you will notice some peeling and possibly a little scabbing. Excessive scabbing could indicate a poorly done tat. Apply warm moist compresses to the scabs for about 5 minutes 2-3 times a day to soften them and they will eventually come off on their own. Taking proper care of your new tattoo means that you will have to endure a bit of discomfort so when your tat starts to heal it will itch but NEVER pick it or scratch it. Rather just slap it softly; this means the tattoo is almost healed.
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