Tattoos are beautiful tattoo designs that will last a lifetime. They are made by inserting irremovable ink into the dermis layer of the skin to change the color. Proper aftercare has to be provided after tattooing, to achieve the best healing, resulting on the inside most attractive tattoo with fewer complications in lengthy term. Tattoo aftercare varies from person to person and artist to artist. Usually your tattoo artist will provide instructions on, “how to take care 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 guidance.
Tattoo aftercare:
Usually the tattoo artists, cover your tattoo by using a bandage, cling wrap or gauze. You have to assist keep your new tattoo covered for two hours or overnight, depending on exactly how big of the tattoo and even advice of your tattoo artist. This is performed on prevent any bacteria going into the skin and to avoid 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 within the bandage and skin. Wait for an a few minutes and commence peeling again. Remember not 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 artificial colorings. Rub the soap on the tattoo gently together with fingers. Make confident that you remove all traces of blood from it. After cleaning, pout cold water on the tattoo for a few 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 textile. Don’t rub it dry.
Now, apply a relatively thin layer of antibacterial ointment like Neosporin or Bacitraycin, with your palms. 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 bathtub during the 1st two weeks. This might be to avoid the fading of the ink due to excess hydration and to prevent the exposure to bacteria.
You have to keep your tattoo clean in order in order to bacterial infection. Wash the tattoo at the minimum 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