Creative Tattoo Aftercare Instructions - How to Care For New Tattoos

Did you know that there are really only three key factors you need to know about how to care for a new tattoo? Whether it's your first tattoo or fifty, people still have many different views on how long it should remain covered, you should wash it and what, if any, tattoo creams should be used. However, paying attention to the following simple (yet KEY) steps, you will avoid infections and tattoo design that not only looks great but is healthy and vibrant for years to come.

After months of research designs and tattoo ideas, I recently had my first tattoo done at Kat Von D "LA Ink" Studio (or High Voltage Tattoo, as it is officially called.) Even though I was worried at first it can hurt and i would not want to experience, I actually enjoyed it!

, however, I have heard conflicting ideas about how best to care for a new tattoo, especially when it comes to moisturizing ... Some people do not agree with applying the tattoo creams like Tatt wax, Aquaphor, Bepanthen, Tattoo Goo, etc. Many believe that the skin does not breathe and heal properly since May become over-hydrated. Most tattooists although we do not recommend moisturizers (non-petroleum, non-fragranced) for help in the healing process and stop the precious from drying out, flaking or peeling early.

For all information, aftercare tattoo I've been bombarded with, it seems that there are three consistent factors that tattoo professionals and tattoo fans agree on:

1) What is most important - keep your new tattoo CLEAN

2) Keep it to protect from sun and water

3) Do not Pick or RUB glad because treatment

After my new Gemini in the lower back tattoo, I had an infection or problem by following the simple instructions and tattoo aftercare tips from the guys in LA Ink:

After my new Gemini in the lower back tattoo, I had an infection or problem by following the simple instructions and tattoo aftercare tips from the guys in LA Ink:

CLEANING: at the beginning of your tattooist will bandage or gauze patch to protect freshly damaged skin, keeping in mind that a tattoo is really an open wound, even if it looks like art ! This should be left on for about 4 hours and then carefully removed, perhaps as a shower, to avoid piling any area of ​​inked skin May be stuck in a patch. Gentle washing with mild soap and warm water will be fine, but do not rub too hard and gently pat dry with a clean towel. To infection glad for free, make sure to avoid letting other people to touch and wash your hands before you dodiruju.Tetovaža not be covered and heal within about two weeks, but take care, and to temporarily patch, if you will be exposed dirt or bumped while working, playing sports, etc. It's a good idea to avoid excess sweating, if possible.

PROTECTION: in the shower, clean your tattoo DO NOT soak in water and avoid swimming or soaking in a tub or spa at least 2-3 weeks. Over-hydration can cause ink wash or fade, and there could be a greater risk of infection in the soft tkivo.Sunce is also a problem for tattoos, and new and old. Even short periods of exposure can cause fading and damage your tattoo (skin lesions in general) so it is best to keep your precious new or lightly covered by loose clothing for at least 2-3 weeks. DO NOT use sunscreen / sunblock cream or spray after skin completely healed, to avoid infection!

PROTECTION: in the shower, clean your tattoo DO NOT soak in water and avoid swimming or soaking in a tub or spa at least 2-3 weeks. Over-hydration can cause ink wash or fade, and there could be a greater risk of infection in the soft tkivo.Sunce is also a problem for tattoos, and new and old. Even short periods of exposure can cause fading and damage your tattoo (skin lesions in general) so it is best to keep your precious new or lightly covered by loose clothing for at least 2-3 weeks. DO NOT use sunscreen / sunblock cream or spray after skin completely healed, to avoid infection!