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In the last few years, cosmetic and pharmaceutical aftercare products have been developed for the tattoo world. These products are safe, efficient, and dermatologically tested. Most tattoo artists recommend and sell them. A more natural way of healing is the use of the aloe plant, a very popular tattoo healing method in southern united states. It promotes healing without any unnatural chemicals, keeps the tattoo from drying up (a very important thing to avoid) and the lack of oil in the aloe helps the skin retain ink.
New tattoos are wounds which must be looked after properly. Immediately after completing the tattoo, most tattooists will cover the area to keep out dirt and keep the tattoo from oozing into clothes; sometimes the area is wrapped in clingfilm, paper towels, or gauze. We recommend leaving the covering on for up to an hour or until the bleeding stops, and then gently wash the area. Japanese people commonly soak the tattoo in hot water to clean it.
Please follow the following tattoo care guidelines.
Do not re-bandage the tattoo.
Do not apply Vaseline, lanolin or petroleum based products.
Do not apply alcohol.
Do not rub, scratch or pick at the tattoo.
Do not expose the tattoo to direct sunlight, swim or soak in sauna,
steam bath for two weeks.
Be sure clothing touching your tattoo is clean and soft. |
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A tattoo may bleed a bit at first but it will stop within a couple of hours. Most artists recommend the tattoo be kept bandaged for around an hour. If the covering sticks to the skin, soak the area with cold water until the covering loosens, then remove carefully.
Once the tattoo is exposed, wash it carefully
in cold water, gently applying soap with fingers or soft sponge
(never use a cloth) to remove all surface blood. Rinse with
cold water, pat dry with a clean towel, and air-dry for 15
minutes. Then, gently and sparingly apply a thin layer of
"ALL YOU NEAD" HAND BLENDED TATTOO CREAM. Repeat twice a day for
approx. 7 days.
After 5 to 14 days, the tattoo may start to
peel and scab. DO NOT pick or peel the skin away. Let it fall
off naturally during washing. Fresh skin will soon replace
the dead skin. Colours may fade during the process, but will
return when healing is completed.
Our cream helps to keep your tattoos from
drying and the skin areas soft and moist. Always apply sparingly.
Too much prevents the skin/tattoo from breathing, and can
cause leaching of the colours. If this happens, discontinue
use, wash the tattoo, pat dry, and consult your tattoo artist
at your earliest convenience.
After a few weeks, all scabbing should be gone,
but the area may still be sensitive. Continue regular cleaning
for proper aftercare of your tattoo.
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