A few years ago there were no cosmetics designed for skin care with tattoos. Vaseline was usually applied to any lesions. Today, the choice of such cosmetics has increased significantly. We explain how to take care of a tattoo so that it heals quickly and pleases the eye for a long time
A tattoo is a permanent interference in the subcutaneous tissue. Therefore, after the procedure is over, you should take special care of the skin in this area
First, the skin after the tattoo, should be washed, cleaned and disinfected. Then, the tattoo artist must apply a transparent film over it to protect the area from external conditions and bacteria. After leaving the studio after 3-4 hours you can remove the foil from the fresh tattoo and gently wash the skin. For this purpose you should use lukewarm water and a specialized product which has antiseptic, disinfectant and soothing effect. After washing, the irritated skin should be dried. It is recommended to wipe it gently with a paper towel. Before the procedure it is a good idea to buy a soap, liquid or gel designed for washing fresh tattoos
If you are not going out, you do not have to cover the tattoo with a foil after washing it. Irritated epidermis should breathe, be properly moisturized and protected. For this purpose, use different types of butters, lotions and gels that will not irritate the skin. Such products speed up healing and protect the skin against external factors. Cosmetics should be used 3-4 times a day. They should be applied with clean and disinfected hands. On the other hand, after each washing of the tattoo, a new foil should be put on it. The material perfectly protects the skin from irritation. It also works great during sleep
A fresh tattoo should be washed often, even 3-4 times a day. Remember to use specialized products for this purpose, disinfect the skin on an ongoing basis and make sure that no dirt and bacteria get into it. Otherwise, skin irritation may occur, which will prolong the entire healing process and may adversely affect the tattoo’s appearance
First of all remember that during the first few days after getting a tattoo it is not recommended to take long and hot baths. Try to protect your irritated skin from excessive water and the presence of detergents. Going to a swimming pool is strongly prohibited during this time. The wound must not be in contact with chlorinated water for so long
During the tattoo healing time physical activity and demanding workouts are not recommended. Firstly, the body is weakened after the procedure and secondly, sweat does not benefit the wound healing. The same situation is with alcohol. Alcoholic beverages thin the blood and this slows down the skin regeneration process
Whether it’s a new tattoo or one you’ve had for a while, you need to remember to protect it from excessive sun exposure. For the first few weeks after getting a tattoo, it is not recommended to visit a tanning bed or the beach in the summer. The sun can stain the ink or blur the contours, making the decoration no longer as aesthetically pleasing. After the tattoo has healed you should still apply a high sunscreen. In the spring and summer season it is worth to buy cosmetics in sticks that are applied directly on the tattoo. They are handy, easy to use and do not require direct use of your hands
A tattoo takes about 2-3 weeks to heal. During this time it is advisable to observe the irritated skin. If there are no scabs, swellings or redness, you can consider the skin healed. However, this is not the end of its care
You need to take care of a tattoo all your life. It is always worth to have cosmetics for its care in the cupboard. We are talking about protective creams with UV filters, lotions and butters. They will make your skin soft, elastic, moisturized and the ink will keep its distinct color. Every now and then you should visit a tattoo studio, because it is necessary to refresh it, which includes improving the contours, stronger color saturation or correcting the pattern
