Showering Tips and Advice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"tattoo](\"https:\/\/painfuljoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/tattoo_shower_tips.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBefore you head for the shower after a tattoo procedure you should prepare yourself and have the right things on hand. You have a new wound on your body that needs to be properly cared for so you are not simply going to hop into the shower like normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gather the Following things<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n- A mild soap that is both fragrance and dye free. Many fragrances and dyes that are used in soaps <\/a>and lotions <\/a>can cause problems with new ink areas.<\/li>
- A soft cloth for bathing. Do not use a loofah on the area it will create too much friction. Do not use the wash cloth to apply the soap to the new tattoo.<\/li>
- A soft cloth for patting the area dry.<\/li>
- Lotion or ointment. After the shower, and after patting the area dry, you will most likely want to apply a very thin layer of ointment, salve, or lotion to the area.<\/li>
- Bandages if required. You normally will not need to put another bandage on your tattoo to cover it, but if the artist recommended that you do so then have all of your bandaging supplies readily available for after the shower.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Here are the 8 steps you can follow before taking shower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"steps](\"https:\/\/painfuljoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/steps_tattoo_shower.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- Turn the shower on and select a temperature that is warm but not hot. You can resume really hot showers after the wound heals.<\/li>
- Remove the bandage from the area and check for excessive bleeding, oozing, redness, swelling, or signs that something might be wrong.<\/li>
- Step into the shower and allow your body to get wet, but be careful to not stand where the shower is directly spraying on the wounded area.<\/li>
- Lather with the mild soap. When you reach the area of the new tattoo be very careful to gently apply lather without rubbing or creating undo friction. Apply the lather to this area using just your fingertips. Do not use the wash cloth to rub soap over the open wound. Rubbing vigorously can cause the tiny puncture wounds to open back up and allow bleeding, or oozing.<\/li>
- Rinse off and do not allow the spray of the water to be directed at the wound. Let the water gently run over the area and wash away the soapy residue.<\/li>
- Turn off the water and use a clean dry towel to dry off. When you are drying the area of the tattoo be sure that you gently pat the skin dry and do not rub the towel over the wound.<\/li>
- Apply lotion, or bandage to the tattoo accordingly. Lotion must be applied in a very thin layer. Too much lotion will work like soaking the area and cause the scab to fall off too quickly.<\/li>
- When you are dressing choose clothing that will fit loosely over the new tattoo and will not rub or create friction. You may want to wear clothing that allows the tattoo to be exposed and not covered.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can I Tub Bath?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBefore you head for the shower after a tattoo procedure you should prepare yourself and have the right things on hand. You have a new wound on your body that needs to be properly cared for so you are not simply going to hop into the shower like normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gather the Following things<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n- A mild soap that is both fragrance and dye free. Many fragrances and dyes that are used in soaps <\/a>and lotions <\/a>can cause problems with new ink areas.<\/li>
- A soft cloth for bathing. Do not use a loofah on the area it will create too much friction. Do not use the wash cloth to apply the soap to the new tattoo.<\/li>
- A soft cloth for patting the area dry.<\/li>
- Lotion or ointment. After the shower, and after patting the area dry, you will most likely want to apply a very thin layer of ointment, salve, or lotion to the area.<\/li>
- Bandages if required. You normally will not need to put another bandage on your tattoo to cover it, but if the artist recommended that you do so then have all of your bandaging supplies readily available for after the shower.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Here are the 8 steps you can follow before taking shower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- Turn the shower on and select a temperature that is warm but not hot. You can resume really hot showers after the wound heals.<\/li>
- Remove the bandage from the area and check for excessive bleeding, oozing, redness, swelling, or signs that something might be wrong.<\/li>
- Step into the shower and allow your body to get wet, but be careful to not stand where the shower is directly spraying on the wounded area.<\/li>
- Lather with the mild soap. When you reach the area of the new tattoo be very careful to gently apply lather without rubbing or creating undo friction. Apply the lather to this area using just your fingertips. Do not use the wash cloth to rub soap over the open wound. Rubbing vigorously can cause the tiny puncture wounds to open back up and allow bleeding, or oozing.<\/li>
- Rinse off and do not allow the spray of the water to be directed at the wound. Let the water gently run over the area and wash away the soapy residue.<\/li>
- Turn off the water and use a clean dry towel to dry off. When you are drying the area of the tattoo be sure that you gently pat the skin dry and do not rub the towel over the wound.<\/li>
- Apply lotion, or bandage to the tattoo accordingly. Lotion must be applied in a very thin layer. Too much lotion will work like soaking the area and cause the scab to fall off too quickly.<\/li>
- When you are dressing choose clothing that will fit loosely over the new tattoo and will not rub or create friction. You may want to wear clothing that allows the tattoo to be exposed and not covered.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can I Tub Bath?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Here are the 8 steps you can follow before taking shower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- Turn the shower on and select a temperature that is warm but not hot. You can resume really hot showers after the wound heals.<\/li>
- Remove the bandage from the area and check for excessive bleeding, oozing, redness, swelling, or signs that something might be wrong.<\/li>
- Step into the shower and allow your body to get wet, but be careful to not stand where the shower is directly spraying on the wounded area.<\/li>
- Lather with the mild soap. When you reach the area of the new tattoo be very careful to gently apply lather without rubbing or creating undo friction. Apply the lather to this area using just your fingertips. Do not use the wash cloth to rub soap over the open wound. Rubbing vigorously can cause the tiny puncture wounds to open back up and allow bleeding, or oozing.<\/li>
- Rinse off and do not allow the spray of the water to be directed at the wound. Let the water gently run over the area and wash away the soapy residue.<\/li>
- Turn off the water and use a clean dry towel to dry off. When you are drying the area of the tattoo be sure that you gently pat the skin dry and do not rub the towel over the wound.<\/li>
- Apply lotion, or bandage to the tattoo accordingly. Lotion must be applied in a very thin layer. Too much lotion will work like soaking the area and cause the scab to fall off too quickly.<\/li>
- When you are dressing choose clothing that will fit loosely over the new tattoo and will not rub or create friction. You may want to wear clothing that allows the tattoo to be exposed and not covered.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can I Tub Bath?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- Turn the shower on and select a temperature that is warm but not hot. You can resume really hot showers after the wound heals.<\/li>
- Remove the bandage from the area and check for excessive bleeding, oozing, redness, swelling, or signs that something might be wrong.<\/li>
- Step into the shower and allow your body to get wet, but be careful to not stand where the shower is directly spraying on the wounded area.<\/li>
- Lather with the mild soap. When you reach the area of the new tattoo be very careful to gently apply lather without rubbing or creating undo friction. Apply the lather to this area using just your fingertips. Do not use the wash cloth to rub soap over the open wound. Rubbing vigorously can cause the tiny puncture wounds to open back up and allow bleeding, or oozing.<\/li>
- Rinse off and do not allow the spray of the water to be directed at the wound. Let the water gently run over the area and wash away the soapy residue.<\/li>
- Turn off the water and use a clean dry towel to dry off. When you are drying the area of the tattoo be sure that you gently pat the skin dry and do not rub the towel over the wound.<\/li>
- Apply lotion, or bandage to the tattoo accordingly. Lotion must be applied in a very thin layer. Too much lotion will work like soaking the area and cause the scab to fall off too quickly.<\/li>
- When you are dressing choose clothing that will fit loosely over the new tattoo and will not rub or create friction. You may want to wear clothing that allows the tattoo to be exposed and not covered.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Can I Tub Bath?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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