Before even deciding on the design, it is important to know how to keep your skin healthy after the procedure.
Tattoos are a lifetime commitment, but their appearance can be preserved with proper care and attention. By staying informed and proactive, you can ensure your tattoos remain a beautiful reflection of your personal journey for years to come.
- Keep it clean
- Keep it moisturized
- Avoid soaking
- Avoid sun exposure
- Don't pick or scratch
(Please see below for detailed instructions)
Removing second skin
It is best to hop in the shower and use anti bacterial soap with warm water to peel it off. Once your soap and water are in place, lift a corner of the film and stretch it toward the center of the tattoo. Grab another corner and repeat. Keep applying the soap as you peel it off. This will help to gently remove it from the skin.
Twice a day wash your tattoo gently with antibacterial soap and water. Use your clean hands or a soft cloth to avoid irritating the skin. Avoid using any harsh soaps, scrubs, or exfoliants.
After washing your tattoo, pat it dry with a clean towel and apply a thin layer of aftercare ointment. This will help prevent the skin from becoming dry and itchy.
Avoid soaking your tattoo in water, including pools, hot tubs, baths, and the ocean. Showering is fine, but keep the water pressure low and avoid exposing the tattoo to direct spray.
Protect your tattoo from direct sunlight or tanning beds. If you need to be outside, wear loose clothing that covers the tattoo or apply a high SPF sunscreen.
As your tattoo heals, it may scab or peel. Do not pick or scratch at the area, as this can cause damage and slow down the healing process.
Yes, tattoos fade over time. Several factors contribute to fading, including exposure to sunlight, friction from clothing, and the natural turnover of skin cells. While tattoos are permanent, their pigments can lose vibrancy due to these influences.
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Sun Exposure: UV rays break down tattoo pigments over time. Use sunscreen or cover your tattoo when outdoors.
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Skin Friction: Tattoos in high-friction areas, like hands or feet, are more prone to fading. Choose placements with less wear if longevity is a concern.
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Poor Aftercare: Neglecting aftercare can lead to scabbing, peeling, or ink loss.
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Ink Quality and Technique: High-quality ink and an experienced tattoo artist ensure better longevity.
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Skin Type: Oily skin or areas prone to excessive sweating may lead to faster fading.
To minimize fading, keep your tattoo moisturized, avoid prolonged sun exposure, and maintain a healthy lifestyle to support skin health.
Tattoo fading and aging are natural processes, but with proper care, you can slow it down and keep your body art vibrant for longer.
On our website you will find guidelines with the best practices for taking care of your tattoo and ensuring that it remains beautiful for many years.
Yes. Getting a tattoo hurts, as the process involves piercing the skin with needles to insert ink. Pain varies depending on the location of the body, its sensitivity and the size of the tattoo.
But the experience of getting a tattoo can also be exciting, rewarding and even therapeutic.
Talk to your tattoo artist about using numbing cream before your session. He will be able to guide you about the risks and benefits and help you find the best way to minimize pain during your tattoo.
Complete healing of a tattoo generally takes 2 to 4 weeks, but can vary depending on several factors, such as size, location, tattoo style and post-procedure care.
To know if your tattoo is completely healed, pay attention to the following signs: absence of scabs, non-scaling skin, absence of pain, normal appearance of the skin.
As skin ages, it loses elasticity and becomes thinner, which can affect the appearance of tattoos. Common changes include:
To keep tattoos looking their best as you age, stay hydrated, use moisturizers, and protect your skin from excessive sun exposure.
Yes, tattoos can fade after 10 years. However, it largely depends on factors such as the design style, the location of the tattoo, and the individual’s lifestyle behaviors. While a well-done tattoo may show only slight settling within the first six months, early signs of fading could be noticeable as soon as 2-5 years. Most tattoos, though, won’t display significant fading until the 10-20 year mark.
Yes, tattoos can be removed through various methods, but the most common and effective is laser tattoo removal.
Laser Removal Process
Costs
Laser tattoo removal can cost $200-$500 per session, depending on factors like the clinic, tattoo size, and location. Full removal often costs thousands of dollars.
Yes, applying Vaseline on tattoos could potentially lead to fading. Vaseline tends to create an overly occlusive barrier, leading to irregular scabbing. This effect may cause the ink to pull away from the skin resulting in a patchy, faded tattoo. Thus, it is preferable to use products that are designed for post-tattoo care, which generally do not contain petrolatum or other substances that can negatively affect the healing process and overall tattoo look.
Tattoos turn green due to the breakdown of blue pigments that result in a yellowish color, giving a green appearance. Certain tattoo inks include metal pigments, like copper or iron, which can oxidize and produce a green hue as they age. Furthermore, exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays can also cause tattoos to become green.
Yes, it is possible to tattoo over crepey skin; however, it demands careful attention. Due to loss of collagen and elastin in crepey skin, it tends to be loose and saggy. When a tattoo is applied to such skin, it may distort because the image will stretch along with the skin, altering the appearance of the design. Thus, a portrait of a mermaid might end up looking more like an eel-like figure.
