Tattoos are beautiful tattoo designs that will last an entire lifetime. 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 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 be aware of your new tattoo?”. But, it’s better to be prepared of these instructions ahead of your tattoo. Tattoo aftercare is simple, if you properly follow the orders.
Tattoo aftercare:
Usually the tattoo artists, cover your tattoo having a bandage, cling wrap or gauze. You have to make note of 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 accomplished to prevent any bacteria going 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. Stay up for 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 skin image. 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 particles. Rub the soap on the tattoo gently with your 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 very thin layer of antibacterial ointment like Neosporin or Bacitraycin, with your palm. 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 couple of weeks. This might be to avoid the fading of the ink due to excess hydration and avert the exposure to bacteria.
You have to keep your tattoo clean in order in order to bacterial infection. Wash the tattoo on the twice a day for the first week. Apply ointment on the tattoo 4-6 times for the first three period. 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