Tattoos are beautiful body art that will last an entire lifetime. They are made by inserting irremovable ink into the dermis layer of skin to change the pigment. Proper aftercare has to be provided after tattooing, to attain the best healing, resulting on the inside 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 make certain of your new tattoo design?”. But, it’s better to be prepared of these instructions prior to your tattoo. Tattoo aftercare is simple, if you properly follow the instructions.
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 proportions of the tattoo also known as the advice of your tattoo artist. This is done to prevent any bacteria stepping 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 within the bandage and skin. Expect a few minutes and commence peeling again. Remember in order to hurry while taking the bandage. Do it slowly and gently, to avoid peeling your skin or parts of the tattoo design. Otherwise it will create a dull gap in your beautiful tattoo.
After removing the bandage, gently wash the area with warm water. Make use of a mild anti-bacterial soap free of deodorants or other artificial colorings. Rub the soap on the tattoo gently to your fingers. Make without doubt 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 collection in. Now, gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean, dry pads. Don’t rub it dry.
Now, apply a relatively thin layer of antibacterial ointment like Neosporin or Bacitraycin, with your control. 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 2 weeks. This might be to avoid the fading of the ink due to excess hydration and prevent the exposure to bacteria.
You have to keep your tattoo clean in order in order to bacterial infection. Wash the tattoo at least 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
Carrer dels Assaonadors, 24, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
+34 603 30 76 87