Tattoo Blog

While a tattoo can be the most befitting expression of the persona, in the absence of proper aftercare it can well turn out to be a headache for lifetime. That tattoo removal can be a very costly,time-taking and painful affair is something which adds importance to tattoo aftercare. Proper hygiene standards should be maintained throughout the healing process otherwise one can fall prey to a large number of infectious pathogens like bacteria and virus.
One should be very selective in choosing the aftercare products as the wrong chemicals can be very dangerous for the skin. The products which contain ingredients like Vaseline, lanolin, tea tree oil, petroleum and all kinds of fragrances should be avoided at any cost. These products affect the healing skin.
Most of the reputed tattoo artists usually compile a list of all the do’s and don’ts associated with tattoo aftercare. In order to avoid any complication it is always advised to talk to them for extra tips. We would start our discussion by focusing on the don’t s first as we always tend to do things which are prohibited!
One should not re-bandage the tattooed skin after the inking part is over. The skin needs sometime to get healed and in the absence of fresh air, it may not heal as quickly as it can. Do not apply alcohol, petroleum products and Vaseline to the tattoo at any cost. Apart from this, one should learn to resist the temptation of scratching the skin. One impulsive scratch and the whole tattoo will be reduced to a disenchanting pattern!
Now let’s take a look at the things that should be done. You should always keep in mind that getting a tattoo done is something like a minor surgery in which there can be persistent bleeding for a few hours. In order to avoid this, one should use clean and disinfected bandage for at least 4-5 hours. Using lukewarm water with a trusted disinfectant like Dettol can very well reduce the risk of any viral or bacterial attack. In order to protect your tattoo from sun burn one should use sunblocks. Applying gentle lotion can be very useful.
Skin is the most sensitive part of the whole body. Nothing, not even the urge to look trendy should be allowed to fondle with it. After all it is the skin which is going to last with you and not the tattoo!