If I got a tattoo on the same day as what I have to go to work... is this going to be possible? I understand it will be painful (apparently like a bad sunburn) but will I still be able to work? (I am a waitress.)
2007-04-15 20:23:34 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
I just took one entire week off work for my wisdom teeth removal. So I can't take off again... they'll end up firing me! lol
Secondly... it's going to be a plain black tattoo going down my spine in the middle of my back (not very big.)
2007-04-15 20:37:04 · update #1
dont let work ever get in the way of what you want to do in your spair time go get your tattoo you will be fine at work
i dont know who told you getting a tattoo is like bad sunburn its no where near as bad it is like 1 tenth the pain of a bee sting i should know i have over 40 hours of tattooing on my body
2007-04-15 22:20:14 · answer #1 · answered by sex machine 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You should still be able to work as far as physically able to move and such. Unless you cannot stand to be in pain at all. But most tattoo artist recomend you wear a bandage afterwards for about 24 hrs and keep ointment on your new tattoo all the time for about a week or until it heals. So that means appliying ointment every 2 or 3 hours.
The real question is will you have the chance to reapply oinment and possibly change the bandage every few hours while you work? Also is your tattoo going to be in a place where the bandage will also be able to be hidden? And if your work outfit is going to rub on your tattoo, you will be miserable!
A&D ointment is the best by the way, Neosporin can draw some of the ink out and cause the ink to have a smeared effect sometimes, with some people. As long as you wash it with antibacterial soap and keep your hands and anything coming in contact with it clean, you should be free from infection.
2007-04-15 20:36:04 · answer #2 · answered by :) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nicole -
I've answered a couple of your question about your tattoo and since I know what you are getting let me say you'll be stiff. I can't remember if I ever found out if you were going vertical or horizontal on your spine. You won't be in pain, but you'll be uncomfortable since as a waitress I would think you will be lifting, etc.
I think since you are just doing lettering you will probably be ok. My outline wasn't so bad - it wasn't until the fill in that it was more uncomfortable to move.
Actually, the day of will most likely be easier than when it starts to heal more. My biggest issue has been the itching and it being hard to reach in some spots to put on the lotion! Good luck! I'm sure you'll be fine. Glad you decided to go for it.
2007-04-16 05:31:17 · answer #3 · answered by jkc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The size, location, and colors of your tattoo will decide that. You are better off, in my humble opinion, waiting until you have a day or two to let it heal a little so it does not bleed colors into your work clothes. I have six tattoos in various locations and I noticed they were easier to care for on days off but you can manage work with them just as easily if you prepare for it. As far as the pain it is similar to a sunburn except while the are performing the tattoo. That hurts like the dickens until your endorphins kick in and ease the pain some.
2007-04-15 20:30:38 · answer #4 · answered by sirdouglas527 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be quite sore on the back because everytime you move the skin will stretch. Especially being a waitress you have to do a lot of movement. I would just try and schedule your regular time off in a week together (like request your two days off a week together) after a couple days you shouldn't have any problem. I might just be a wuss, but I would say it will be quite a bit worse than a sunburn.
2007-04-16 01:47:34 · answer #5 · answered by ○•○•Cassie•○•○ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure you can depending on where you get the tattoo, but whats the rush personally I book in to get mine when I'm off work for a couple of days. Not because of the pain more so I don't knock it. if its a small tatt you will hardly notice. hope that helps. Think carefully about what you want I have five and love them all all though my first could be better but that's what you get when you do it on a whim at 16 lol. look into tatt artists see the sort of work they have done before, never be pressured into getting something your unsure of.
Bright blessings to you Fim
2007-04-15 20:33:01 · answer #6 · answered by funky fim 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as it is covered while you work, it shouldn't be a problem. Get yourself some good quality burn gauzes - you can get the type that don't stick to the wound. This will keep your new tat protected from the elements & also moist for the duration of the healing. I use a cream that is designed for nappy rash - Bepanthen - excellent stuff!!
2007-04-15 21:12:52 · answer #7 · answered by Chris W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a tattoo on your back should be fine. i have never gone to work the same day i had a tattoo because i usually get tattooed after work or on my day off but many times i have gone to work the very next day. good luck!
2007-04-16 00:50:47 · answer #8 · answered by somebody's a mom!! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nopes, it's really not THAT bad. Depending on whether the area you'd gotten the tatt on is going to be constant friction (clothing, etc) you'll most probably be able to go back to work on the same day.
2007-04-15 21:59:15 · answer #9 · answered by m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good question. i am also a waitress and i got my butt tattooed 12 hours before work. it sucks. you'll be in pain. simply put. no colors, area, or size will make a difference and trust me, my fiance is a respected artist and he says its going to be uncomfortable no matter the circumstances.
good luck
2007-04-15 20:39:28 · answer #10 · answered by tattoome 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋