Tattoo Healing - healing stages of tattoos   by M-T-S

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Healing a tattoo properly - tattoo healing timeline

The process of healing a tattoo properly begins the moment a proud new tattoo owner walks out of the tattoo parlor.  The first few days of the tattoo healing time line are critical to promote healthy healing and life-time preservation of the permanent ink artwork on your skin.

 

What does a healthy healing tattoo look like? 



A healthy, healing tattoo looks sore and a bit red - this is normal. If you think of getting a new tattoo in relation to having minor surgery, you will understand that your new tattoo is a wound.

In order for a tattoo to be permanent, the tattoo artist had to get through three layers of skin. This is the same as a cut. Expect the healing process of a tattoo to be similar to the healing process of a wound

healing stages of tattoos 

tattoo healing timeline

  • Tattoo Healing Timeline - Week 1

    • During the first week you may experience sunburn-like sensations in your newly-tattooed area. You may also experience some minor swelling and discomfort. Over-the counter pain relievers can help to alleviate some of this discomfort.

  • Tattoo Healing Timeline - Week 2

    • Your new tattoo may start to peel and flake. The area of your new tattoo may also feel dry and itchy. Do NOT scratch your new tattoo or pick any scabs!

  • Tattoo Healing Timeline - Week 3

    • By now, most of the scabbing on your new tattoo will be gone. The area may still be sensitive as your skin continues to heal completely.

    healing a tattoo properly 

    It is critical to begin proper after care to your new tattoo immediately. Proper aftercare is key to healing a tattoo properly and to prolonging the visual appearance of your tattoo.

    Receiving a tattoo is similar to having minor surgery. Care must be taken to keep the area as clean, and germ-free, as possible. Ensure that your clothes, and sheets, are also clean.

    Do NOT pick at your tattoo. While the newly tattooed area will get itchy, scratching will only prolong the healing process of your tattoo.

    Tattoo Healing - Do's and Don'ts

  • Do NOT apply vaseline to your new tattoo

  • Do NOT apply alcohol to your new tattoo

  • Do NOT swim, or soak in the tub, for at least 2 weeks

  • Do NOT get your new tattoo sunburnt

  • Don't scratch, don't scratch, don't scratch!

  • DO use quality tattoo aftercare products such as Tattoo Goo's Tattoo Aftercare Kit

    • Tattoo healing process - Tattoo aftercare video 

    Tattoo Goo Aftercare

    How to apply Tattoo Goo Aftercare to your new tattoo!

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    Healing a tattoo properly with Tattoo Goo 

    Use Tattoo Goo Salve salve in thin layers on new tattoos to promote faster healing time. This product is lanolin and petroleum free to avoid drawing the ink from your new tattoo. The lotion contains Vitamins A & D which absorbs fast and helps prevent scabbing. Use the quick penetrating lotion everyday for the life of your tattoo! Tattoo Goo Salve & Lotion Combo Kit #541: Two Original Tattoo Goo Treatment Salve, 3/4 oz. each AND two Tattoo Goo Quick Penetrating Lotion, 2 oz. each.

    Tattoo Goo Salve & Lotion Combo Kit (Pack of 2)

     

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