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Why Do You Moisturize a Tattoo?<\/h3>\n
When you get a new tattoo, it will take between 24 and 48 hours to stop oozing blood and ink, and start the process of closing and healing. That is when your aftercare routine takes a new level and focuses on keeping the tattoo healing properly. One of the important steps of the healing process<\/a> is lotion and ointment application to keep the tattoo hydrated and moisturized.<\/p>\n The reasons moisturizing is essential in the aftercare routine are numerous. For example, lotion and ointment applications can;<\/p>\n If you do not moisturize your tattoo, you’re risking it to peel too much and mess up the design. Furthermore, the tattoo will become unbearably itchy<\/a> and you might even start scratching the area, which could also result in issues, such as a tattoo infection<\/a>. Not to mention the drying out of the tattoo, which could lead to cracking, flaking, and serious scabbing as the tattoo heals.<\/p>\n Professional tattoo artists always recommended one moisturizes their tattoo(s) once or twice a day. The best way to moisturize a tattoo is by doing it in the morning and in the evening. It is also important to apply lotion or ointment after taking a shower, to protect the tattoo from drying out.<\/p>\n Note<\/strong>: Make sure to wait between 10 and 20 minutes to apply lotion\/ointment onto the tattoo after a shower. In that time, the tattoo will dry naturally, so when you do apply a moisturizer, it will soak into the skin nicely. By applying lotion onto a wet tattoo, you’re risking overdoing it.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n It is essential to only apply a thin layer of a fragrance-free, organic lotion or ointment<\/strong> over the tattoo. Many seem to slap on a lot of lotion onto their tattoos, believing it will moisturize and hydrate the tattoo more thoroughly. However, such an application can only lead to over-moisturizing a tattoo.<\/p>\n By applying thicker layers of lotion or ointment, several times a day (or every hour or two as some people do), you’re risking over-moisturizing a tattoo. By over-moisturizing a tattoo, you can cause the following problems;<\/p>\n To avoid these issues, make sure to follow the moisturizing rules we mentioned before<\/strong>. However, make sure to not under moisturizing your tattoo as well.<\/p>\n Some people are afraid they might over-moisturize their tattoo, so they leave it dehydrated, which results in heavy scabbing and tattoo dryness. So, make sure to stay in the middle and simply apply a thin layer of lotion\/ointment twice a day.<\/p>\n If you’ve applied too much lotion or ointment on a tattoo, here’s how you can fix it;<\/p>\n Just like it is easy to over-moisturize a tattoo, it can be even easier to under moisturize it. Some of the risks of lack of hydration and moisturizing include;<\/p>\n Every type of supposed tattoo aftercare that goes from one extreme to the other will disrupt your tattoo healing process in one way or another.<\/p>\n Make sure to always follow your tattoo artist’s aftercare routine<\/a> rules and do not go overboard with your own ideas of how much or not at all should your tattoo be moisturized. Of course, you should listen to your body, but, by over-or under moisturizing, you’re not doing yourself or your tattoo any favors.<\/p>\n We recommend you always go for tattoo-friendly, fragrance-free, non-irritating, and organic lotions and ointments. Here are some of our favorite tattoo moisturizers;<\/p>\n If you want to keep your tattoo looking vibrant and radiant even years after you’ve got it, then you should keep moisturizing it even after it’s fully healed. The aftercare routine doesn’t simply apply to the healing process. Even after your tattoo is healed, you still need to take care of it.<\/p>\n So, make sure to apply high-quality, fragrance-free, non-irritating lotion or ointment, and do not even think about going anywhere without applying proper sunscreen. This will help your tattoo stay fresh-looking for years. Moreover, proper care will prevent premature tattoo fading or other issues.<\/p>\n\n
How Often Should You Moisturize Your Tattoo?<\/h3>\n
How Much of a Moisturizer Should You Apply?<\/h3>\n
What Are The Risks of Over Moisturizing a Tattoo?<\/h3>\n
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How Can I Fix an Over Moisturized Tattoo?<\/h3>\n
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What Are The Risks Of Lack of Tattoo Moisturizing?<\/h3>\n
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Other FAQS Regarding Tattoo Moisturizing<\/h2>\n
What Moisturizer Should I Use For My Tattoo?<\/h3>\n
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Should I Moisturize My Tattoo After It’s Fully Healed?<\/h3>\n
Can I Use Vaseline To Moisturize My Tattoo?<\/h3>\n