I wanna get a tattoo soon, but i have sensative skin? Am i at risk of something or should i still get it?

Question

Ok, well now that my question is answered...Anyone know where the BEST tattoo artist in southern CA might be?? I dont care about the expenses or travel but i has to be in So Cal

Answer 1

its not so much if you have senstive skin, its more if you have allergies to certain metals,and or latex (from the gloves) etc.
Senstive skin tends to stay inflamed a bit longer, stays more red, etc.
If your worried about it, i would do some test spots

Answer 2

you will have no problems. Just take care of it well.

Fresh Tattoo

Take bandage off in 2 hours
Wash tattoo carefully with warm soapy water
DO NOT SCRUB
Lightly pat the tattoo until dry…
DO NOT RUB
Apply a very thin coat of bacitracin or aquaphor ointment 3 times a day for 3 to 5 days
Although re-bandaging a tattoo is not recommended, if covering the tattoo is necessary a sterile bandage or dressing should be used.
Be sure and wash the tattoo every night and morning…
DO NOT SOAK
Avoid tattoo exposure to direct sunlight and refrain from swimming in fresh, salt or chlorinated water for at least 2 weeks.
After External Healing

Tattoos heal quickly BUT fading can still be a problem
Apply hand lotion once a day until dryness stops
Vaseline Intensive Care, Lubriderm, Nivea, etc...
Tanning fades tattoos
Always cover fully healed tattoo with sun block
DO NOT RUIN YOUR INVESTMENT!!!

Answer 3

It shouldn't be a problem. I have very sensitive skin and a lot of ink, never had a problem. There are rare cases of people having reactions to the inks, but if you go to a reputable artist, they usually get the best inks. (Unfortunatley inks aren't regulated by the FDA, so there are some bad ones out there - established artists have a lot of experience with inks, and will choose the best quality for thier customers)

As for latex, most tattoo artists don't use latex at all. petroleum products (eg. vaseline), which are used during tattoos, break down latex. Most use nitrile gloves, it's very rare to have a reaction to nitriles (as long as they are non-powdered - I react to the powder they put in gloves)

Blood-borne pathogens are unlikely as long as you go to a reputable artist. Watch the artist open your needles and equipment from autoclave pouches. Ask to see the autoclave, and the spore tests (the machine they use to sterilize and the regular tests to make sure it's working properly) At the end of the tat, watch them dispose of the needles in a biohazard container (I've had about 40-50 hours of work with my artist, who is also a friend - he still makes me watch him open everything and dispose of everything. It makes both of us happy)

Answer 4

I've worked in tattoo shops off and on for the past 10 yrs and I've never seen anyone have an allergic reaction to the ink just tell the artist to use vinyl gloves and u should be fine. just remember to take care of the tat after u get it keep it clean and apply the ointment like the artist tells you oh and I'm allergic to latex and have 19 tats so you should be fine. hope this helped you some.
and i do fully agree with 692nite

Answer 5

I don't think the process of getting the tattoo should be an issue for sensitive skin - but the aftercare could be a little more labor intensive for you than it is for people who don't moisturize daily.

My daughter has exzema really bad, and has had for 16 years. We're all too familiar with dry itchy cracked skin in my house. You may have to just pay extra attention to your newly healing tattoo - keep it pliable and prevent it from cracking.

You should be okay. :)

Answer 6

you didnt tell if you have sensitive skin because, of a medical cond/health? I'll take it that you dont. get the tattoo. dont be scared.. ask to see the way they sanitize there equipment(autoclave) and to see there bloodborne pathogens certificate. see them take needle outta sealed bags. dont see that go somewhere else. if this is a first ever tattoo, start with a small one so ,if it hurts really bad, your not stuck doing like a leg peice or back piece. also there are lots of tattooist that have heavy hands and they end up carving into you,this is wrong!! this would end up infected, also ask about after care. they dont have time for this? go somewhere else!!!

Answer 7

Your always at risk when you decide to go get a tattoo. You can get aids using the same needle as an infected person, I think you shouildn't get one. First think about it, do you want that same tattoo to be on your body for the rest of your life, even when you get old it will never come of.

Answer 8

you might get some scars and ruin your sensitive skin plus it might hurt like a b*&$#