It's red around it and a little swollen, but it doesn't hurt and there's no puss. Could it still be infected? What should I do to help it?
2007-02-01 04:25:44 · 9 answers · asked by Emma 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
It is somewhat normal. Have you been taking care of the tattoo as you were instructed to do so? Neglect for your new ink could be a cause of it, even over cleaning and moisturizing can cause issues. Best thing to do if you are concerned is visit your tattoo artist and show him or her the tattoo. They'll be able to help you most since seeing the tattoo would help greatly in figuring out what the issue could be and whether or not its serious.
2007-02-01 05:40:26 · answer #1 · answered by 4eyed zombie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's perfectly normal to be red & puffy for awhile.
Keep it clean, put ointment on it & don't pick the scabs.
It should heal just fine then. They take a couple months to fully heal anyhow, but if it's infected then you will Definately know.
2007-02-01 13:36:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine was red for a couple days...just make sure that you keep putting the cream on it so it doesn't get infected. Also, try to avoid the urge to scratch it!
2007-02-01 12:42:05 · answer #3 · answered by molls131 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i got mine it, wasnt like that, okay when u take a shower dont be afrade to wash it with soap and water just dont have the water to hot and dont let the water keep running over it, just do it like normal like nothing has change, everyday when u take a shower (and use ur hand and rub the soap in on it, then wash it off.), and keep lotion with out alcohal and everytime u feel it dry put a lil and rub it in, dont just put it on top and leave it there u have to rub it in, dont use Vaseline or any thing like that not anthing greeasy. o yeah if u do want to tought it wash ur hands before but dont scratch it rub litely or pat it,
2007-02-01 12:50:37 · answer #4 · answered by CANDY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Burts (as In Burts Bees) sells an ointment called Burts Res Q. Its awsume, fights infection and reduces pain. I use it on all my new tattoos and the ones I get re-dyed.
You can get it any drug store
2007-02-01 12:51:12 · answer #5 · answered by Hi'Lo 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
u still have about 3 days to use the cream that they should of given u at the parlor. the best thing to do is not touch it and for sure dont scratch it. dont water directly on it and jsut let it heal naturally.
2007-02-01 12:30:16 · answer #6 · answered by want a princess baby 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
a new tattoo is a wound. my tattoos are always sore for about five days. have you been caring for it properly? washing it with antibacterial soap? if you are worried about it you can always see a doctor.
2007-02-01 12:38:32 · answer #7 · answered by somebody's a mom!! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it might be that you just have sensitive skin keep putting the cream on it. and take care of it.
2007-02-01 12:28:36 · answer #8 · answered by chedderapples 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
well put my best answer would be to keep putting Vaseline on it
2007-02-01 12:38:45 · answer #9 · answered by kimberly 1 · 0⤊ 4⤋