Tattooing is one of the oldest, most well-known and revered ways of adorning the body around the world.
And, it’s nothing more than a permanent drawing made on the skin, which means, today, depending on the tattoo, it’s not that permanent anymore.
Yes, and if before it was synonymous with rebellion, today it has become fashionable, with tattoos for all types of tastes and styles.
Ok, but what a lot of people don’t know, and it’s good to know before getting one, is that every tattoo requires certain care.
As nowadays it is very rare for people to not have at least one tattoo on their body, we decided to show here how to keep tattoos beautiful and well cared for.
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Tips for maintaining tattoo quality
Hydration
Ok, you’ve chosen a great studio and have already correctly followed all basic tattoo care, such as healing, preventing infection…
Now it’s time to keep the tattoo fresh and moist, at least for the first few weeks.
Therefore, try to wear light clothing, avoiding fabrics that could cause friction in the area.
A tip is to use skin moisturizers and always wash very well, taking care that this area does not become dehydrated.
And, don’t even think about removing the cones!
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Avoid sun and beach
If you can choose, try to get the tattoo in winter, as summer and the beach don’t go together with brand new tattoos.
Know that the beach is a tattoo’s worst enemy because it is bacteria’s best ally.
The risk of infection in a new tattoo is multiplied if you go to the beach, whether in the sand or in the water.
This is in terms of health, but the same goes for the sun, in terms of quality.
The heat of the sun dehydrates the skin, fades the color of your tattoo and certainly compromises the quality.
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The first few weeks are crucial
Who doesn’t want a tattoo that looks good?
Just like, who doesn’t want it to last longer with that new appearance?
To do this, simply maintain basic care in the first few weeks, avoiding certain hassles as the days go by.
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When there is no longer any risk of infection, it will no longer be necessary to load up on lotions or preventive creams, and you can start using only moisturizers and sunscreens.
It’s as simple as that, when going outdoors in the sun, just apply sunscreen to the tattoo and that’s it!
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For those who want to maintain the quality of their tattoo for longer, another tip is to continue investing in good quality moisturizers, keeping the tattoos protected from natural daily wear and tear.
Furthermore, moisturizers help to rejuvenate the skin, making the colors, clarity of the design and quality of your tattoos last much longer.
