Caring for Tattoo

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The proper procedure for the treatment and care of the tattoo is a hotly debated topic and on which there is still a lot of confusion, as evidenced by the multitude of people, especially in the network, is constantly looking for information and especially the amount of knowledge and approximate often unfounded and the network itself are released.


It 'important to understand that your behavior in the first hours and days following the execution of the tattoo will have a role in determining the look that will have your tattoo over time to follow (in addition, of course, to avoid the occurrence of infections in' immediately).

 HOW TO TREAT A TATTOO JUST MADE

A tattoo done, the tattoo artist cleans and sterilizes the affected area and if necessary apply a bandage or a protective film.
You will probably leave instructions about how often to wash the tattoo and you will be given products for aftercare.

From the moment you leave behind the tattoo-shop, the responsibility for the success of the tattoo will be entirely in your hands.

During the first 2-4 hours from the study, do not remove the protection.
Expects to be at home or in a clean and comfortable environment, making sure to have an antibacterial soap to wash your hands.
After you have washed your hands, remove the bandage and wash the tattoo gently with your fingers (skin on skin) and warm water (the soap alters the pH and removes the layer of sebum which is the natural protection of the skin from external agents).
Wipe dry with paper towels or a clean towel.
Leave breathing for a few minutes, then wash your hands again and apply a thin layer of your aftercare product for massaging gently.

NOTE: The risk of infection is highest during the early hours of the execution of the tattoo.

Do not bandage over the tattoo unless there is a significant loss of fluids, a wide dress will be enough to protect him.
In case you need to attend environments at risk (full of dust and dirt) use a bandage to protect the skin but leave it breathe.

Before bed, wash the tattoo again following the instructions given and apply a thin layer of aftercare.
During the healing period will be sufficient to perform the washing of the tattoo once a day and apply a thin layer of aftercare 3 or 4 times a day.
As long as the skin is healed, avoid swimming pools, sea and beach, sauna and water sports.
Do not expose your tattoo to sunlight or tanning treatments.
The average time to healing of a tattoo varies from 10 to 21 days.
The use of a good product of aftercare not only prevents infections but also irritation and heartburn and prevents the formation of crusts that, if scrape away, could lead to loss of color in the areas of the tattoo concerned.

LONG-TERM CARE TATTOO

Remember: when we look at a tattoo, we see it through the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin.
E 'therefore evident the importance of taking the necessary precautions to ensure that this layer of skin heals in the best conditions remaining healthy and integral in time.
If the skin is proven and not properly treated, the appearance of the tattoo will suffer back, appearing pale and dim.

A healing has occurred have to worry about keeping the skin hydrated and healthy (to avoid harsh detergents), and you should always protect your tattoo from the sun with adequate sunscreen (the sun is the number one enemy of tattoos).

 

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