New tattoos need special care to start healing as quickly as possible. Discover all the care you should take in the short and long term.
I GOT A NEW TATTOO WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW?
After completing a tattoo, taking care of it is especially important. To avoid contamination with germs and bacteria, the tattoo artist disinfects the area of the skin and covers it with transparent paper. This protection must be removed after 6-8 hours to let air into the injured area of skin.
NEW TATTOOS: CARE TIPS FOR YOUR ROUTINE
- It is normal to have itching during healing. However, avoid scratching to avoid creating scars.
- Every time you touch your tattoo, you can transfer germs to the wound. So keep your hands well away. Always disinfect your hands before applying the ointment or cream.
- To prevent lint from your clothes from coming into contact with the wound, you can cover the tattoo with aluminum foil for the first few nights, but without pressing it too tightly to avoid sweating.
- After about 3 days, a thin layer forms that protects the skin. However, you should continue to apply the cream before going to bed to prevent scabs from forming.
EVERYTHING ABOUT TATTOOS HEALING
- Unlike the beach and swimming, showering with a tattoo does not cause problems with healing. However, it is essential to use a gentle shower gel for sensitive skin or a soap with a neutral pH.
- Clothes that are too tight or rough fabrics can cause friction on the tattoo. It’s best to opt for looser clothes and smooth materials.
- Doing sports with a new tattoo? It is best to take a break from exercise for 1 or 2 weeks. The skin needs rest to regenerate.
- Steam room? It is better not. During the healing phase, sweat and a humid environment can irritate the tattooed skin.
A TATTOO IS A MARK FOREVER
Tattoos leave their mark. And it’s not just the visible mark, tattooed skin needs special attention forever, because it is much more sensitive, especially to sunlight.