{"id":22804,"date":"2022-12-05T02:53:04","date_gmt":"2023-01-09T16:47:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saved-tattoo.com\/?p=22804"},"modified":"2024-01-13T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-13T00:00:00","slug":"can-i-make-my-tattoo-look-darker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saved-tattoo.com\/can-i-make-my-tattoo-look-darker\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Make My Tattoo Look Darker? \u2013 Tattoo Darkening Options"},"content":{"rendered":"
So, there’s that one tattoo you’ve gotten a long time ago and you want to give it a fresh new shine. Lucky for you, this is the right place to learn how!<\/p>\n
In the following paragraphs, we’ll talk about something people tend to forget when it comes to tattoos; they will eventually start to fade and lose their initial bold pigment. Tattoo fading happens for numerous reasons, some of them including exposure to sunlight, clothes rubbing against the tattoo, skin aging, and simply put time. And, when people notice their tattoos getting lighter, they look for solutions.<\/p>\n
Darkening a tattoo isn’t a crazy idea, and there sure are some options people utilize happily. So, we’ll go over all of the options and hopefully help you revive your tattoo and make it look brand new. Let’s get started!<\/p>\n
As we have mentioned in the introduction, tattoo fading is simply inevitable<\/strong>. Even if you take the best care of your tattoo, you may postpone the fading for some time<\/strong>, or prevent premature fading, but you can’t do it forever. But, why exactly does it happen? Here are some of the main reasons tattoo fading occurs<\/a>;<\/p>\n These would be the main reasons why tattoos fade. Sure, there are many others, including clothes rubbing against the tattoo, or even improper tattoo aftercare. Tattoos that have been infected, or cases where people have experienced allergic reactions are more like to fade prematurely as well. Investing in a good sunscreen, and keeping the tattoo protected and well taken care of is essential to prevent premature fading. However, eventual fading is inevitable; your own immune system is working on it as you read this. But, there are some ways to darker and revive the tattoo a little bit. Keep on reading for more information!<\/p>\n Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n Keeping your tattoo bold, pigmented, and vibrant isn’t easy. However, you should check out some of our recommendations on how to darken up your tattoo and maybe try them out!<\/p>\n There are, unfortunately, only three options for tattoo darkening. The tattoo industry hasn’t really come up with some magical darkening gel for tattoos that will make them look new after only one application.<\/p>\n It is simply impossible to do anything on a surface level because the ink is set in the skin dermis<\/strong>, so deep in the skin. Without a proper touch-up or even cover you can’t expect too much. However, regular exfoliation is essential in keeping the tattoo looking fresh and new, regardless of the color and shade you’re going for.<\/p>\n Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n Hopefully, you’ve learned about tattoo fading and touch-ups from our brief little article. Tattoo darkening is a straightforward process, and you need to know that tattoos require regular care and even touch-ups. It is simply a lifelong dedication to keep a tattoo looking fresh and new, even long after it has been done. What we can advise you is to always work with a professional, experienced tattoo artist. Their good work will make your tattoo look fresh and new for a longer time. The same applies to touch-ups and cover-ups; always work with people who are pros at their work. That is the only way your investment can be worth the money, time, patience, and dedication.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" So, there’s that one tattoo you’ve gotten a long time ago and you want to give it a fresh new shine. Lucky for you, this is the right place to learn how! 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Tattoo Darkening<\/h2>\n
How Do I Renew and Darken My Tattoo?<\/h3>\n
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Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n