How to care for a tattoo during the healing process?
How to care for a tattoo during healing?
A fresh tattoo is an open wound that requires special care and attention. Proper care in the first weeks after the session is crucial for its proper healing and maintaining the intensity of the colors. In this article, we will discuss various dressing options, skincare products, and other important aspects to keep in mind.
Dressing – the first line of defense
Immediately after getting a tattoo, the tattoo artist will cover it with a dressing. There are several options to choose from:
- Second skin (Dermalize, Emalla Grece):
- This is a thin, self-adhesive film that protects the tattoo from bacteria and contaminants while allowing the skin to breathe.
- It is usually kept on the skin for several days, which greatly facilitates the healing process.
- At Doink.pl, you can find films from brands such as Dermalize and Emalla.
- Classic medical dressing (multiabsorb dressings):
- This is a traditional dressing that needs to be changed regularly to ensure hygiene and protection of the tattoo.
- At doink.pl, you can find sterile Multiabsorb dressings in various sizes, e.g., Multiabsorb 10x10cm, Multiabsorb 10x20cm.
- Other methods:
- Some tattoo artists may recommend leaving the tattoo without a dressing, especially for smaller designs. In such cases, very careful hygiene is essential.
Hygiene during the tattoo session
Maintaining the highest hygiene standards during the tattoo session is crucial. Tattoo artists use specialized products such as:
- Green soap:
- An antibacterial soap used to cleanse the skin before, during, and after the tattoo session.
- At Doink.pl, you can find soaps such as (dermalize blue soap, BioTatum green soap, Proton pink soap).
- Biotatum cleansing foam:
- A gentle foam that helps remove excess ink and plasma while soothing the skin - BioTatum foam.
- Finishspray (Proton blood off, BioTatum red stop finish spray, Premiere Products):
- A preparation that disinfects and protects the fresh tattoo by creating a protective barrier.
- At Doink.pl, you can find Proton Finish Spray, BioTatum Finish Spray, and Premier Products Tattoo Finish.
- Skin disinfectants (Velodes):
- Used to disinfect the skin before starting the tattoo session, minimizing the risk of infection.
- At Doink.pl, you can find Velodes Skin.
Home tattoo care
After removing the dressing, regular moisturizing of the tattoo is essential. For this purpose, we recommend:
- Butter:
- Natural butter that intensely moisturizes and regenerates the skin, speeding up the healing process.
- At Doink.pl, you can find Royal Butter.
Additional tips
- Avoid scratching the tattoo, even if it itches.
- Do not expose the tattoo to direct sunlight.
- Avoid swimming pools, saunas, and long baths until the tattoo is fully healed.
- Wear loose clothing that will not irritate the tattooed skin.
- Clean the tattoo with lukewarm water and neutral pH soap, and try not to soak the tattoo for too long.
Remember that every tattoo heals individually. If you have any doubts, consult your tattoo artist or a doctor.
