2007-03-10 04:31:52 · 12 answers · asked by val7901 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
My method is as follows. For the first 2 nights only, apply a very thin film of Bacitracin Ointment. Washing it (the ointment) off first thing in the morning. Throughout the day I keep Fragrance free lotion on it. After the first 2 nights, I just put lotion on 3 or 4 times a day and at bed time. Wash your hands first............
2007-03-10 04:35:57 · answer #1 · answered by B aka PE 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you finally decide to get a tattoo you will go to a recommended tattoo artist. He will probably show you some designs to pick from. If you don't like any of them you can ask him to do a custom one. Be careful when choosing the design of your new tattoo because you will live with it all your life. anyway, after getting a tattoo done you should know some aftercare tips that cannot be ignored.
If you go to a good tattoo shop than the tattooist will clean and apply antiseptic ointment to the tattoo while creating it. This is the healthiest way to make a tattoo.
After the job is finished the artist will clean it and use another coat of ointment. Then will apply a piece of cellophane or soft tissue.
After all that is done the tattooist will explain you how to take care of your new tattoo or he will give you a sheet with detailed instructions. in case none of this happens i will explain you in the rest of this article what you should do.
1. First of all, when you get home, don't jump immediately in the shower. My advice is to keep it dry(but also clean). Be sure to wash your hands very well before touching the new tattoo. This way you won't have any complications or infections.
2. Next, go to the first drug store you find and buy a tube of A&D Ointment. Apply it on the tattoo the first four too six days. After it gets dry remove the old application with a piece of soft cloth and then apply another one. Be very careful not to rub too hard the new tattoo. Do not use soap in the first few day, it's not recommended.
3. After few days you can stop using the A&D Ointment. Try to use some kind unscented, unmedicated body lotion, as some scents may irritate the still-tender skin of your tattoo.
4. After you have applied the body lotion for around week you can stop doing that. A problem is that when the tattoo heals it will scab in some portions. When you will try to pick this cabs be very careful not to damage your tattoo design. So the best for you and your tattoo is to let it heal alone.
So after you get a new tattoo and fallow this after car instructions you can be sure that you won't have any problems. I use this methods my self and i can sincerly recommend it.
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2007-03-10 12:55:48 · answer #2 · answered by dhaarvi2002 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remove the bandage after 4 to 12 hours. (Depending upon the size and location of the tattoo). Do not re-bandage. Wash your tattoo with warm water and an antibacterial soap. Gently pat dry with a clean towel. Apply a thin layer of triple antibiotic ointment. Use the ointment during the first two days, 3 or 4 times a day. Make sure your hands are clean before touching your tattoo. After the first two days, apply a thin layer of fragrance free moisturizing lotion. Apply it 3 to 4 times daily for the next 2 to 3 weeks. A fragrance free, natural lotion is preferred, Aveeno is good. The normal healing time is 2 to 4 weeks. Do NOT pick or scratch your tattoo. Flaking or peeling is a natural part of the healing process.
Do not soak your tattoo during healing. That means no baths, hot tubs, pools, etc. Keep your tattoo out of direct sunlight while it’s healing. After your tattoo is healed, always use sun block while in the sun, preferably 30 to 45 SPF. Tattoos Do fade over time. Remember to moisturize your skin with lotion. This will help keep your colors fresh. Please consult a physician at any sign of infection or allergic reaction and report any infection or allergic reaction to the tattooist
2007-03-10 12:41:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well, they should've explained you in the place where you've made it. There are special cremes and liquids for disinfecting the skin as far as I know, and the first 24 hours you shouldn't take a shower and expose the tattoo to sun
2007-03-10 12:39:12 · answer #4 · answered by milena_cub 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wash with warm water bout 3-4 times a day use triple anti biotic cream not ointment or oils as this causes a dilution of the colors.
2007-03-10 12:35:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
about 1 to 2 hours after you have it done take off the covering and wash the tat with warm water and soap,after that you dont do anything to it.If you get a tight feeling on the tat or around it then put a very thin covering of vaseline.DO NOT recover it
2007-03-10 13:35:42 · answer #6 · answered by bikerbch6 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Keep moist with Bacitracin Ointment... Do NOT let it get dry... Make sure to wash it with your hand every day... Do NOT rub it dry... Only pat it... It should heal with in a few weeks...
2007-03-10 20:45:06 · answer #7 · answered by princesscrystal2382 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually I have no tattoos. I'm just looking for advice. Thanks for the question. But I think I'll skip Preparation H.
2007-03-10 14:54:03 · answer #8 · answered by Jay9ball 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
after you get your tattoo put some Vaseline on it rub it in to keep it moist then cover your tat to protect it for about 3 days then you can take the over off keep it moist till it heals
2007-03-10 12:38:31 · answer #9 · answered by kitty 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I've heard putting Preparation H on it makes it last a lot longer.
2007-03-10 13:25:51 · answer #10 · answered by Saritah 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋