We all have a desire to get tattoos at some point or the other. Some people avoid it, while some people dare to get tattoos done. Of course, you have to go through a little pain while getting a tattoo done, but your work does not end there. Even after getting a tattoo, it needs adequate care. It is seen that often people get tattoos done, but after that, they do not take care of it. Due to this the itching, pain and even dryness in the tattoo increase significantly.
It takes about a week for the skin to adjust after getting a tattoo. During this, if adequate care is taken for the tattoo, then problems like dryness to itching can be easily avoided. So today in this article, Tattoo Artist Satyam Panwar of Empire Ink Tattoo Studio is telling you what things you should keep in mind to avoid dryness of skin after getting a tattoo-
Make sure to moisturize
This is the first and most important step. After getting the tattoo done, it is very important to keep that area moisturized for at least a week. However, avoid moisturizing the tattoo area too little or too much. Over-moisturizing can clog your skin pores and cause breakouts. Try to apply only a thin layer of Vaseline, moisturizer or lotion on the tattoo area.
Do not peel off yourself
Some people make this mistake. When you get a tattoo done, the upper layer of your skin starts coming off within five-seven days. In this situation, most people peel it off on their own. But you shouldn't do that. When you peel off the skin on your own, not only does it lighten your tattoo, but it also increases the dryness of the skin. In this situation, you need to show some patience, so that your skin can peel off on its own.
Take care of hygiene
After getting a tattoo, it is also necessary to take full care of hygiene. If you do not take care of hygiene, then it not only increases the dryness of the skin but also increases the risk of infection. So, if you have pets in your house, then try not to lick your tattoo.
Avoid soap
After getting a tattoo, there is a change in the skin for about a week. During this the skin becomes dry. In such a situation, if soap is applied to the tattoo area, then the possibility of increasing dryness increases many more. So, you can wash the tattoo area, but avoid using soap in the meantime. Also, make sure that you do not rub the tattoo area at all.
Say no to swimming
Avoid swimming if you are worried about the dryness of the skin around the tattoo area. Generally, it is recommended not to swim for at least a month after getting a tattoo. Actually, during swimming, you come in contact with chlorine water, which increases the dryness of the skin. Therefore, try to avoid swimming.
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