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DAY 1 AFTER GETTING A TATTOO:

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As soon as you get tattooed, the traditional process is to come home with plastic wrap covering the wound, however modern technology such as tagaderm or Ink Guard Spray on Bandage have found advanced ways to bio hack the recovery process to avoid some of the more painful and long healing time that the traditional method entails. We have a new article coming soon that goes into detail on these new tattoo recovery methods. However, for this article we'll focus on the traditional plastic wrap process as it's most common. In most cases, the plastic wrap comes off easily. Similar tattoo aftercare searches resemble:

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After removing the pack, you might see leaking liquids. Don't be scared or grossed out by this, as this is normal and expected. The liquid is a mixture of plasma, blood, and the extra ink that is inadvertently in our skin. It is recommended that you wash the area of the tattooed skin first with warm water. Always use a  high-quality Tattoo Aftercare Soap, and afterwards be sure to gently pat dry with a paper towel or cloth that absorbs water and moisture.  After all of the moisture is absorbed, keep the area dry for 20 to 25 minutes. As soon as your skin is dry from the wash, you should apply a very small amount of professional Tattoo Aftercare Cream but be sure to let the area have have plenty of air and ventilation. This process is a well known tattoo aftercare routine, and can help your skin recover faster.

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DAY 2 AND DAY 3 AFTER GETTING A TATTOO:

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On your second day, you will see the color of your tattoo becoming dull. Don't worry about the gloss. This looks dull because your skin is gradually recovering. Once the skin is fully healed, you will see that the tattoo with its normal color. in all its glory. However, you may also see scabs forming around the area of the tattooed skin. Washing in the morning and evening speeds up your recovery process. Remember to gently pat dry your skin thoroughly after washing, as this is essential. ApplyTattoo Aftercare Cream three to four times a day. Do not apply excessive cream as the scab will become thick, and you will suffocate the wound. This is why it's especially important to use a specific tattoo aftercare oil or cream to help ensure you don't clog your pores and create an overly moist area primed for infection. Apply your tattoo aftercare cream in a small amount three to four times a day. Make sure that you don't over-moisturize your tattoo, but if you do, here are instructions onhow to fix an over moisturized tattoo.

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DAY 4 - DAY 6 AFTER GETTING A TATTOO:

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On your fourth day, you will see redness fade as the swollen area returns to normal. You may witness slight abrasions around your tattoo area, try your best not to pick your scab, which is very important! Picking a scab will also pull color out, expose the tattoo to infection and can result in permanent scars. Again, if there is any weird redness or swelling arising from the area, consult your tattoo artist.  Gently apply theTattoo aftercare ointment once or twice a day to speed up the recovery process.

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DAY 7 - DAY 14 AFTER GETTING A TATTOO:

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While the sixth day is over, the scabs become hard and begin to peel off by themselves. Do not take the scab, as this can lead to exfoliation of the inked area and leave a permanent scar. While the skin itches, it’s safe to applyTattoo Aftercare Products so it has the nutrients it needs to recover faster.

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DAY 15 - DAY 30 AFTER GETTING A TATTOO:

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Now that you have reached the point where you see your tattooed area completely recovered from the outside, you should remember that the bottom layer of your skin still needs some recovery. Apply theTattoo Aftercare Cream further and clean it with trustedTattoo Soap to ensure that your skin condition returns to normal. By the end of the fourteenth day, almost all flakes will have disappeared and you will have an area of dead skin that you will need to clean from time to time. The skin can still look dry and you need to moisturize your skin with theTattoo Aftercare Cream. In the second and third week, you will see the outer layer of your skin completely recovered, but it will be the end of the third week when you will see the color of the tattoo become vivid and bright.

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THINGS TO AVOID DURING THE TATTOO RECOVERY PROCESS

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  • Avoid touching the tattooed skin area

  • Avoid wearing clothing that may cause excessive rubbing to the area during the recovery process

  • Avoid exposure to the sun, especially in the first month after getting a new tattoo

  • Avoid submerging the area of your tattooed skin in water for at least 2 weeks

  • Avoid touching the area of your skin, even if it is itchy, applying Tattoo aftercare ointment can help alleviate itchiness

  • Avoid removing the plastic for the first few hours

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