Ok i got a tattoo on my ankle in like mid april is it ok for me to go swimming this weekend??
2007-06-14 18:26:49 · 21 answers · asked by bluegrlwhiskey 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
i should think so, that's quite a bit of time.
2007-06-14 18:29:46 · answer #1 · answered by marizinha 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
waiting until the scab has come off is the most sensible opinion IF you're not going to quit the swimming, but really it takes up to 3 months for a new protective layer of skin to form over the tattoo. swimming that often i wouldn't recommend. before that point and certainly for the first 2/3 weeks, it is very much still an open wound and you're getting chlorine from the water going right into it which isn't good a good chemical. you'll also have to make sure you clean the tattoo very thoroughly as soon as you come out of the pool too.
2016-04-01 08:38:32 · answer #2 · answered by Marie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the area healed?? As long as there are no signs of infection, you should be able to go swimming. A tip, if you're considering sunbathing or the tattoo is exposed to sunlight,apply a sunblock to the ankle. This will prevent irritation and protect the tattoo from fading. Always apply sunblock whenever exposed to sunlight, even 20 yrs. from now. It will keep the tattoo bright and looking like new.
2007-06-19 07:21:40 · answer #3 · answered by Ruth 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should wait at least two weeks, and at most 3 months. Check the websites below for more information.
2007-06-18 12:45:34 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's fine, swimming like a week after was fine for a friend of mine
2007-06-14 18:30:06 · answer #5 · answered by xcountrygolf 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yup! Just make sure you use sunscreen on your tattoo to prevent sun damage.
2007-06-14 18:42:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it has completely healed, yes, if not...put a lot of vasiline on it before you plan on getting in the water and try your best not to get it wet....only pat it dry though.
2007-06-14 18:29:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Put loads of sunblock on it. Sun exposure is bad for tattoos. It will fade them quicker. Maybe wear a sock....
2007-06-14 18:30:04 · answer #8 · answered by Shamesgrl 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
yeah. the maximum time to keep your tattoo out of water is two weeks.
2007-06-14 18:31:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes of course i have a sort of big tat on my back & i just got it like 2 weeks ago n i've been swimming everyday
2007-06-14 19:29:28 · answer #10 · answered by Crystal 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you put lots of sunscreen on, or make sure you put on a good waterproof bandage.
2007-06-14 18:30:04 · answer #11 · answered by Kelso 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋