2006-11-17 02:25:33 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
yes, it should feel sore
2006-11-17 02:37:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will definately be tender, and it can go past tender into being a bit painful depending on the area you got it. If it's quite a bit painful you need to call the artist and let him know, or have someone check it to ensure you didn't get an infection.
The tenderness should only last a few days, by the way.
Make sure you've been putting lotion on it, not touching it with dirty hands, not picking the scabbing off, and keeping it covered if at all possible.
EDIT: Oh itchiness ... yes that it definately is, lol. Do NOT scratch it. Tap or pat it, but don't scratch. That removes the scabs that are essential to proper healing and maintaining your design.
2006-11-17 10:32:11 · answer #2 · answered by Jaded 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally I have not experienced that while mine were healing. However f you put lotions and not antibacterial creams the tattoo during the healing process it can cause a burning or painful sensation. Other than that if the pain does not go away you should have it checked you could be developing an infection.
2006-11-17 12:29:21 · answer #3 · answered by ead824 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends upon where you get the tattoo and how sensitive your skin is. My first one on my back hurt a lot when I got it, and it bled like a bastard. And it also took a really long time to heal. Most of the rest of mine weren't that bad, although overall I do tend to bleed a lot and I don't heal very quickly. But I also have VERY sensitive skin. Everyone is different.
2006-11-17 10:35:42 · answer #4 · answered by badkitty1969 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, tattoo's hurt when they are healing, with some being worse than others..it depends on how deep the artist went, what needles were used, and the location on the body..
I have 5 and they all hurt differently..dont worry, it will go away and you will never know its there without looking at it..
2006-11-17 10:33:44 · answer #5 · answered by The Chesire Cat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The area might be sore or tender, but it shouldn't be that bad overall. Often the area will start to itch while its healing, but if the pain is REALLY bad, something might not be right and you'll probably want to call your tattoo artist and ask.
2006-11-17 11:23:52 · answer #6 · answered by 4eyed zombie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Considering it's technically a wound, yes. With my tattoos, the pain was mostly gone within a week, maybe just a little bit tender. If it was still painful and irritated after that I would have gone to the doctor. Just keep it clean and keep an eye on it.
2006-11-17 11:07:01 · answer #7 · answered by Banshee Fay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well sometimes it hurt while healing because it is in a spot where it hurt really bad getting done
2006-11-17 12:33:42 · answer #8 · answered by cherryvalley2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine itched more than it hurt. I'd say unless it is a very large tat it shouldn't really HURT.. Go back to your tat guy and let them look at it just to be sure. Maybe it is infected... Good luck
2006-11-17 10:31:58 · answer #9 · answered by saekde 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mine never hurt, but ask your tattooist, but don't be happy with just his or her answer. Get a second opinion, if you have dark skin they could have damaged your skin by digging too hard. scarring on dark skin can cause keloids, not sure on the spelling of this word.
2006-11-17 10:46:47 · answer #10 · answered by boo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may be a little sore to the touch for a day or so. but after that it should not hurt.
2006-11-17 10:35:18 · answer #11 · answered by Maddie and Jacobs mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋