Tattoo Naija - 10 Things You Should Know About Tattoos

         

1.       Avoid using ALCOHOL or PETROLATUM based lotions for your tattoo. They tend to fade out the colour and make the tattoo lose its sharpness.

2.       Avoid excess lotion in order not to block the pores of the skin. Blocked poors are unhealthy for your skin and hence your tatto.

 

3.       Always allow scabs to flake off on its own naturally. Don’t pick at or peal them off.   Flaking and picking at you tattoo could lead to hypertrophy or keloids.

4.       Sunscreen is a daily essential for anyone sporting a tattoo (SPF 30 and above). The sun bleaches colour. Your tattoo is not an exception. Cover your tattoo when outdoors especially during the early days.

 

5.       There are specialized product ranges for tattoo skin care. Most come in “kits” such as H2Ocean and Tattoo goo.

6.       The healing period is a particularly sensitive period. After bandage removal most artist advice a gentle wash with unscented anti bacterial liquid soap and hot water.

7.       There are no special ink for dark skin. Darker skin requires care in selection of colours in order to create a sharper impression.

8.       Don’t scratch your tattoo. Scratch anywhere else (scratch your butt) but not your   tattoo.

             9.       Anti-bacterial ointments are not particularly good for tattoos

10.   Tattoo after care advice may vary from artist to artist so be sure to follow instructions carefully. Don’t be afraid to ask questions when in doubt or when you have concerns.