{"id":37,"date":"2021-08-16T07:39:17","date_gmt":"2021-08-16T07:39:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/painfuljoy.com\/?p=37"},"modified":"2021-09-22T06:20:48","modified_gmt":"2021-09-22T06:20:48","slug":"how-long-should-you-keep-a-tattoo-covered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/painfuljoy.com\/how-long-should-you-keep-a-tattoo-covered\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Should you Keep a New Tattoo Covered?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

After you get a tattoo you do not have to keep the area covered for long periods of time. You do have to keep it covered for at least the first two hours<\/strong> after the procedure. Then you may want to bandage the area for a period of two to three days depending on the peeling and irritation you experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow these common-sense guidelines and you should heal wonderfully after your tattoo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tattoo Aftercare Tips: How Long Should You Covered New Tattoo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What to do When Keep a New Tattoo Covered? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

How you care for your tattoo will determine how quickly it heals, how long it lasts, and to some degree how good it looks. After you have gotten a tattoo there are certain things you must do every day to promote healing, prevent infection, and keep the skin around the new ink from drying and being painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Wear the bandage covering the tattoo for as long as the tattoo artist suggested. If you did an at home stick and poke tattoo<\/a> then wear a bandage for at least the first four days.
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  2. Wash the area twice a day. You want to gently remove the bandage, pat the tattoo using a soft cloth and a very mild antibacterial cleanser, then pat the tattoo with a soft cloth that has nothing but clean rinse water. DO NOT rub vigorously. DO NOT soak the area.
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  3. Apply a very thin layer of moisturizing ointment on top of the tattoo. Be sure that you buy a moisturizer<\/a> that is both fragrance and alcohol free. Also check the lotions to make sure they do not have any colored dyes in them that could cause your skin to dry out.
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  4. Bandage the area. After about four days you can stop wearing the bandage over the new tattoo but you should continue with the cleaning and moisturizing as a daily ritual.
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  5. Call you doctor or your tattoo artist if you experience extreme pain, unusual amounts of swelling, bleeding, rash, or allergic reactions. If there is fever or redness go get checked to make sure that an infection has not started.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Once your tattoo is completely healed you will need to wear sunscreen and protectant over it when you are going to be in the sun for extended periods of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What to Avoid When Keep a New Tattoo Covered?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Scratching the area<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A tattoo can cause you to itch as it heals. You need to avoid scratching the tattoo because you can break the skin and introduce bacteria that can lead to you having an infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Do not pick at it<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If a crustiness or scab forms on the tattoo do not pick at it. Allow it to naturally release and fall away from the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Wearing tight clothing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tight clothing can rub against the skin and cause irritation. It can also prevent the skin from breathing and can cause more inflammation and pain, as well as promote redness and swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Immersing the area in water<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It is good to keep the area clean, and you are free to shower, but do not immerse the area in water to soak in the tub. Do not go swimming or engage in any water sports, and avoid getting your clothing wet and letting it sit against the skin for long periods of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Covering the area with sunscreen <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Until your tattoo has completed healed<\/a> you do not want to slather sunscreen over it. If you are going outside wear protective clothing instead of a layer of sunscreen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Vaseline and Petroleum Skincare Products<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dermatologists say that Vaseline is a good moisturizer and protectant, but the 100% petroleum product can cause the ink of the tattoo to fade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tattoo Aftercare Products<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Some of the most commonly used tattoo aftercare skin products<\/a> include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n