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Recommendations Hayley Hayes - tattoo artist with 16 years of experience.
Care Tips
Use cling film to protect
Not every tattoo needs to be wrapped in plastic, it all depends on its size and place of application. Large colored tattoos are best covered, Hayes says. Small drawings with only an outline can be left as is. If the tattoo is under clothing, it should also be protected with a film.
Posted by Hayley (@hayleyhayestattoo) 20 Nov 2017 11:09 PST
Keep your tattoo clean
A new tattoo is essentially an open wound. Take good care of her to avoid infections. Hayes advises cleaning it regularly, especially for the first 24-48 hours. To do this, it is enough to rinse the tattoo under warm water and soap. It is better to refuse baths, swimming and baths during this period.
Avoid the sun
While the tattoo is healing, spend as little time as possible in the sun, especially if it is colored. Then you can use the usual one. Choose a product with a high SPF to keep the color vibrant.
Remember colored tattoos take longer to heal
From them, the skin is more damaged, therefore, more thorough care is needed. Never poke at the tattoo or peel off flaky skin. This will damage the paint. You may even have scars, which will make it more difficult to correct the drawing later.
Posted by Hayley (@hayleyhayestattoo) Jun 20, 2018 2:07 PDT
Moisten the tattoo site regularly
Apply moisturizer 1-2 times a day, or when your skin feels dry and tight. The frequency depends on yours, as well as the size and location of the tattoo. It is better to choose a cream without fragrances.
Care products
We have selected several products that will take care of your skin. Also remember to eat well and drink plenty of water. Anything that is good for the skin will also benefit your tattoo.
1. Cream or ointment based on panthenol
Panthenol is a versatile product that moisturizes and heals damaged skin. Apply it twice a day. For example, a cream with panthenol Librederm or Bepanten ointment, which can be found in pharmacies, is suitable.
2. Sunscreen La Roche-Posay Anthelios Body Lotion SPF50 +
The higher the sun protection factor, the better. This cream will protect against UVA and UVB rays and will not cause irritation.
3. Universal balm The Body Shop Amazonian Savior
The balm consists entirely of natural ingredients. It nourishes the skin, accelerates regeneration and keeps tattoos bright.
4. Corrective SOS stick Vichy Dermablend
It is perfect when you need to quickly disguise a small tattoo. For example, if you're going to an interview or don't want to scare your grandmother. The stick has a very high coverage density and an added bonus of SPF25.
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