Tattoos are beautiful tattoo designs that will last a. They are made by inserting irremovable ink into the dermis layer of epidermis to change the pigment. Proper aftercare has to be provided after tattooing, to find the best healing, resulting in the 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 ?”. But, it’s better to be prepared of these instructions just before getting your tattoo. Tattoo aftercare is simple, if you properly follow the manuals.
Tattoo aftercare:
Usually the tattoo artists, cover your tattoo along with a bandage, cling wrap or gauze. You have to help your new tattoo covered for two hours or overnight, depending on the size of the tattoo and even advice of your tattoo artist. This is done to prevent any bacteria entering into the skin and to avoid 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. Wait for an a few minutes and start 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. Make use of a mild anti-bacterial soap free of deodorants or other items. Rub the soap on the tattoo gently with your fingers. Make sure that you remove all traces of blood from it. After cleaning, pout cold water on the tattoo for a moment. The cold water will help the tattoo heal quickly, as it tightens the pores. Cold water also helps the color setting 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 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 bathtub during the first couple of weeks. This should be to avoid the fading of the ink due to excess hydration and in order to the exposure to bacteria.
You have continue 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 that first three days. It will keep the tattoo moisturized and prevent its fading.
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Carrer dels Assaonadors, 24, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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