is it normal for a tattoo done a week and three days ago to go sort of rinckly just after the scab has fallen off it sort of has lines on it is that normal and when will it look as if it is actually on me for good not painted on??????????????
2007-02-25 06:08:31 · 6 answers · asked by eddy m 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
the tattoo is not completely healed yet and it is likely to have formed a thinner scab over the tattoo. i wouldn't worry. my foot did this and now it looks great. just keep putting stuff on it to keep it moisturised and it'll be fine.
2007-02-25 06:15:07 · answer #1 · answered by somebody's a mom!! 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Right away I think that you may be using too much ointment. If so lay off a little. Wash it well with mild soap, pat dry, wait a few minutes, and apply a very thin film of ointment, or lotion on it.. The new tat is a big wound, and wounds need to breathe. You haven't been covering it with bandages have you. If so, that is a major no no. Good luck.
2007-02-25 15:46:18 · answer #2 · answered by B aka PE 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Its normal, your skin is upset by the tattoo, healing times vary from person to person but you should be in good shape about 4-6 weeks from when you got the tattoo done...congrats on the new ink!!!!
2007-02-25 14:16:40 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is normal. The tattoo has traumatized your skin and underlying tissue. With a short amount of time, it will look how it should. TOTAL healing time is actually about 6 weeks.
2007-02-25 14:13:00 · answer #4 · answered by Navydoc 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It's still healing, it's just part of the process. Make sure it's clean and dry and if you want put a thin layer of triple antibiotic ointment over it for added protection and moisture. That's what I always do.
2007-02-25 14:43:52 · answer #5 · answered by kmv 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
DOSE it look infected? IS there swelling? if so get medical help.
2007-02-25 14:11:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋