So I got a tattoo...

[flyin j]

...on my back wednesday and when wearing a shirt should I cover it with something or just make sure to keep ointment on it while im at work??? ive had saran wrap covering it when I put on a shirt to go out but is that necessary cause it is annoying as hell and it slides around and off sometimes even when taped down.

K for some good input as to what to do exactly.

 

[StickFigure]

...on my back wednesday and when wearing a shirt should I cover it with something or just make sure to keep ointment on it while im at work??? ive had saran wrap covering it when I put on a shirt to go out but is that necessary cause it is annoying as hell and it slides around and off sometimes even when taped down.

K for some good input as to what to do exactly.

Suran wrap is only for the first day. Do not use it afterwards! Just make sure you use a good lotion about 2 or 3 times a day.

 

[H_T_]

let it dry out. moisture will leech color on something that new.

 

[flyin j]

Thanks for the quick replys guys, i have a physical job and I didnt want to deal with wrap on my back.

 

[flyin j]

sorry guys must spread it around first.

 

[dawg4life]

go to the studio you got your tat at and get some tattoo goo or tat wax..both are all natural and work good..if none is avail get bactitracin it wont pull the color out like neosporin or vasiline will..keep it covered with one of the listed ointments until all the scabbing is gone..remember not to scratch it to much during the healing because scabbs will bleed which will = scaring..

 

[flyin j]

go to the studio you got your tat at and get some tattoo goo or tat wax..both are all natural and work good..if none is avail get bactitracin it wont pull the color out like neosporin or vasiline will..keep it covered with one of the listed ointments until all the scabbing is gone..remember not to scratch it to much during the healing because scabbs will bleed which will = scaring..

Thanks bro all Iam worried about is the shirt sticking to it and pulling the goo off of it, so I think I will get by just by re-aplying it throughout my day.

 

[msam76]

Use A&D ointment applied several times a day. DO NOT cover with anything. After the first few days, switch to Lubriderm lotion.

 

[msam76]

Oh, and congrats on the tattoo. I have 10 and can't wait for my next one!

 

[H_T_]

i'm telling you that moisture draws out color. i don't know if you paid money for this, or if some biker marked you, but i have around 30 or so. it's not that complicated. if the place didn't give you literature on tat care, well, i'd hate to see what kind of work they did....

 

[superqt4u2nv]

i'm telling you that moisture draws out color. i don't know if you paid money for this, or if some biker marked you, but i have around 30 or so. it's not that complicated. if the place didn't give you literature on tat care, well, i'd hate to see what kind of work they did....

He is correct my place told me not to put anything on it for 3 days. Then start applying lotion. My tat is all very vivid colour none of it bleed. Plus the dude has 30 pretty sure he knows his shit.

 

[H_T_]

He is correct my place told me not to put anything on it for 3 days. Then start applying lotion. My tat is all very vivid colour none of it bleed. Plus the dude has 30 pretty sure he knows his shit.

the main point i wanted to make is that he should have gotten some info from the place who gave it to him. do you realize that is considered along the lines of a surgical procedure? they need to provide you with a care sheet.

 

[superqt4u2nv]

the main point i wanted to make is that he should have gotten some info from the place who gave it to him. do you realize that is considered along the lines of a surgical procedure? they need to provide you with a care sheet.

Good point mine gave out little care card once I was finshed.

 

[H_T_]

Good point mine gave out little care card once I was finshed.

there is a lot of factors involved in a good tat.
1) ink. it can be cheap or quality. if you get something really cheap, there's a reason.
2) needles. same as ink. there are many different kinds/brands. once again, you get what you pay for.
hell, i hottub, tan, spend weekends on a boat, my stuff is still bright. cuz i got what i paid for.

P.S.: if it gets real itchy, smack or slap on it lightly. it works like scratching, but doesn't pull off scabs.

 

[sarita]

Hi flyin J,
Congrats on you new tattoo. My hubby owns a tattoo shop. He instructs his clients to apply a VERY THIN (barley shiney) layer of Aquaphor, or A&D ointmen 3-4 times a day unil scab starts to form (2-3 days). After day 3 then switch to a non oily lotion such as Curel or Keri lotion- You can apply as oftern as needed, but be careful not to apply too much at one time. Dont let it dry out= otherwise you could get a thick scab and risk pulling color out- epecially since you have a physical job and the tattoo is on your back. Dont cover it with any bandage. DO NOT pick at it. Also inquire about aftercare from where you had the tatto done.
The only time people dry heal is if they have a problem with healing ie:lack of taking care of it or a heavy handed artist.
You know everybody has different opinions on aftercare, but this is what works best for us.
If you want to check out his tattoos go to www.creepyconcepts.net
Best of luck to you! Sarita.

 

[theoak01]

A&D lotion works the best for most people,but I know others where vasoline is the best for them,unfortunately you wont know whats best until its too late, tat goo pulls the colour out for me, but a&d works great

 

[Sub-Zero]

Hi flyin J,
Congrats on you new tattoo. My hubby owns a tattoo shop. He instructs his clients to apply a VERY THIN (barley shiney) layer of Aquaphor, or A&D ointmen 3-4 times a day unil scab starts to form (2-3 days). After day 3 then switch to a non oily lotion such as Curel or Keri lotion- You can apply as oftern as needed, but be careful not to apply too much at one time. Dont let it dry out= otherwise you could get a thick scab and risk pulling color out- epecially since you have a physical job and the tattoo is on your back. Dont cover it with any bandage. DO NOT pick at it. Also inquire about aftercare from where you had the tatto done.
The only time people dry heal is if they have a problem with healing ie:lack of taking care of it or a heavy handed artist.
You know everybody has different opinions on aftercare, but this is what works best for us.
If you want to check out his tattoos go to www.creepyconcepts.net
Best of luck to you! Sarita.

some of those airburhses are tight as fuck

iv always wondered what happens if you are a BB and get at at and then ur body grows does it distort the image

 

[needtogetaas]

you dont need saran rap.just put the cream on it. watch out what creams because they can cause the ink to fade.

 

[Sub-Zero]

i suggest A&D ointment but be careful man some stuff like neosporin and vaselin can cause the ink to leech color, but saran wrap def isnt needed after the first day.

just remember at all costs dont break the scabs or it will get messed up.

cool bro, i have 75 tats

 

[sarita]

some of those airburhses are tight as fuck

iv always wondered what happens if you are a BB and get at at and then ur body grows does it distort the image

hi Sublime ,
thanks dude thats cool im sure he'll be glad you looked at his site,
my husband actually got a tat and the dude who did saved the stencil(for what ever nasty reason) and they put them side by side, and after 3 years of working out the one he had was quite larger(thank god) equally. so it stretches out evenly.

 

[Sub-Zero]

hi Sublime ,
thanks dude thats cool im sure he'll be glad you looked at his site,
my husband actually got a tat and the dude who did saved the stencil(for what ever nasty reason) and they put them side by side, and after 3 years of working out the one he had was quite larger(thank god) equally. so it stretches out evenly.

good to know for us BB's with tatoos

 

[coldblue1955]

...on my back wednesday and when wearing a shirt should I cover it with something or just make sure to keep ointment on it while im at work??? ive had saran wrap covering it when I put on a shirt to go out but is that necessary cause it is annoying as hell and it slides around and off sometimes even when taped down.

K for some good input as to what to do exactly.

did it hurt like hell?

 

[danj1400]

Found some great tips here. But what I am here for is pic. Of your back tattoo. It would be great if you can post one.

 

[the small soldier]

I strongly disagree. moisture does not draw out ink. You need to keep it moist for proper healing. wash off the plasma daily with a small amount of water and scent free soap, pat dry with a paper towel. THIN layer of an oil based scent free ointment for 24 hours to keep out bacteria while the bodies defenses get to work. then unscented lotion. SOME ink will leech and that's normal.