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How to care for a tattoo

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So you've come a long way. After the first acquaintance with what tattoos are and why you need it, you spent some time studying the features of various styles, coming up with a plot of a future painting and creating a final sketch. After the idea of ​​the body painting was completely ready for implementation, you found a qualified master who not only understands the idea, but can also perform even the most difficult work with high quality.

A person who makes his first tattoo inevitably faces a number of important questions:

If you've read the previous articles that answer two important questions, it's time to talk about tattoo care. As you already know from the previous article, in the process of drawing a pattern with a needle, the skin is subjected to mechanical stress, resulting in a burn. There is no need to harbor illusions about the harmlessness of this process., because the part of the body on which the painting is applied is really damaged. But you also don't need to be upset about this, because the skin heals quite quickly and there will be no negative health consequences. In this regard, the healing process of a tattoo as a whole does not differ much from the treatment of a burn.

Tattoo care rules

Almost certainly, the master who will do the work will carry out a series of necessary steps to process the fresh tattoo and give you detailed instructions on what to do in the early days. For those who want to know everything in advance, we have made a ready-made checklist of what can be done to quickly heal a fresh tattoo.

1. Using a spray and anesthetic ointment during application

Almost all modern masters during work special anesthetics, as a rule lidocaine-based... In one of the previous articles, we wrote that both the soreness and the degree of skin irritation depend on:

  • individual characteristics of the organism;
  • areas of application.

However, the use of an anesthetic moisturizes the skin and reduces burns while working. In addition, the use of gels and sprays slightly reduces pain.

2.Application of compress and wrap

Immediately after the end of the work, the master processes the area with gel, applies a compress and wraps it with cling film. This is done primarily to prevent unwanted particles from reaching the surface of the skin, which can lead to inflammation and infection. In addition, the film protects the tattoo from rubbing and contact with clothing, which also irritates the skin.

Important! It is recommended not to remove the film for 24 hours after tattooing.

3. Tattoo care: after a day

After you remove the film and compress, you can see the paint slightly smeared on the skin. Do not be alarmed, this is normal. The skin must be slowly and carefully wiped with a napkin moistened with ointment for burns. The most popular remedies today that are advised in tattoo parlors are Panthenol and Bepanten +. You can buy them at any pharmacy. This procedure must be repeated on the following days several times a day until complete healing.

4. Tattoo care: after 2-3 days

In the first days of the healing of the tattoo, a crust may appear on the skin, which itches and itches disgustingly. Despite the great temptation to pick and tear it off, in no case should you do this... This entertainment is fraught with scars and scars, so it's better to be patient. Instead, continue to wipe the crust with an ointment cloth, warm water, or antibacterial soap.

5. Tattoo care: after healing

Once the skin has completely recovered and returned to its normal appearance, it does not itch or itch, no special care of the tattoo is required. The only recommendation might be using a more powerful sun tanning product. A large amount of direct sunlight exposure to the best in a large volume can affect the color saturation of the tattoo, as the paint gradually fades. Of course, in this case, a couple of years later, you can just finish the tattoo by refreshing the colors, or you can just use a good ointment on the beach. It is recommended to use products with a UV protection level of 45 units and above.

General tips for newly tattooed

  1. Do not use alcoholic and narcotic substances before and after going to the tattoo artist. And better - never at all.
  2. Avoid physical activity for the first 3-5 days. Try not to sweat and spend this time at home.
  3. After removing the film, wear good quality cotton clothing. Avoid synthetics, hard fabrics that chafe the skin.
  4. Watch your diet at least the first time after going to the master. Try not to eat too fatty foods. Eat more vegetables in fruits. Vitamins, especially E, contribute to the recovery of the body and the healing of the skin.
  5. No baths, saunas, solariums in the first 10 days after applying the tattoo.
  6. If you feel unwell, have a cold, signs of illness, postpone and postpone the trip to the tattoo artist. During illness, our immunity is weakened and all recovery processes slow down. In this case, you and your tattoo will heal much slower and more painful.

Follow these simple tips and everything will be awesome!