My tattoo artist told me to apply the A&D Ointment 4 times a day for four days, and there after i should apply a moisturizer that is non-scented and does not contain any alcohol. I have Aloe Vera Gel, that is non-scented, contains no alcohol or dyes, is it ok to use?
2007-03-14 21:37:36 · 9 answers · asked by ndfwhfi 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
I would imagine it's fine, but it might not be hydrating enough... I am not sure.
Another thing to consider is it core plugging (can't remember the term for this) I got a really plan Luberiderm lotion that seemed to work just fine.
And to the person who suggested neo-sporin... NO! That is the first thing my tattoo artist told me NOT to do... that and Vaseline.
2007-03-15 04:24:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldnt use the aloe vera, it can dry out your skin during the process of healing. I recommend using the A&D for the first day, then after that apply a good fragrance free moisturizer. I've found that after many tattoo's Aveeno fragrance free, ultra moisturizer for dry skin works best. My healing time was almost cut in half as appose to useing the A&D for an extended amount of time. Remember the A&D is only a skin protectant, not a moisturizer.
2007-03-14 21:44:43 · answer #2 · answered by cherry_girl4u_85 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can, it won't hurt anything.
Check my sources, though. This guy says that the aloe vera wouldn't keep his tattoo moist enough, and instead opted for the Vasoline Intensive Care stuff.
2007-03-14 21:42:03 · answer #3 · answered by p37ry 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no! dont use the aloe vera gel. it will pull out the color! i dont recomend a&d either for the same reason. what you need to get is aquafor. it is in the lotion aisle in drug stores and supermarkets. it keeps the color of the tattoo crisp and new looking
2007-03-14 21:41:37 · answer #4 · answered by trayver2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
aloe vera is very effective, but it can hurt on cut skin.
2007-03-14 21:40:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO CONTINUE USING YOUR A&D OINTIMENT.IT WORKS JUST THE SAME AS A MOISTURIZER.ALOE WILL PULL YOUR INK OUT.OR USE TRIPLE ANTIBIOTIC OINTMENT.
2007-03-15 03:15:15 · answer #6 · answered by mystic321cherokee1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
can use, but better to use neo-sporin (triple anti-biotic) heals alot quicker and keeps it moisturized
2007-03-14 21:52:23 · answer #7 · answered by BrownPuPPy_eyes 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
go get some cetaphil. dont even tempt fate.
2007-03-15 09:33:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes its perfect, no alcohol, non perfumed also
2007-03-14 21:40:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋