samsamsam Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 So today I got my first tattoo, I’m really happy and love it, what do you think? any recommendations on after care? At the moment I’m taking the wrap of 3 times a day, washing it with antibacterial soap, putting some coco butter on it, then re-wrapping it. Il keep the wrap on for 3 days, this is what the tattooist suggested. how long do you normally leave until you workout again? And how long should I leave before i can go in the ocean again?! cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerninja Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 Hey - nice tattoo. Who is your artist? My two cents: first, don't rewrap it...you are creating a breeding ground for nasty stuff to grow. Keep it clean (wash twice a day, three if you are sweaty/dirty) with antibacterial soap and keep it lightly moisturized. IMO, too soon for coca butter. Use something light like Lubriderm or Aveeno. Remember that you are caring for an open wound. I start back after a couple of days. Always mindful that I have a fresh tattoo and minimize any rubbing/pressing/sweating for 14 days. SStu, Devious6 and scottyg 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SStu Posted October 14, 2017 Share Posted October 14, 2017 2nd on all the above, and stay out of the ocean or any long term immersion (ie: read "stay out of the pool, too") for at least 2-3 weeks. Devious6 and scottyg 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdinak Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 I am a fossil and just getting back into ink after many years. A lot has changed in the past 20 years. These days my artist cleans you up and sends you home in a tegaderm patch with detailed instructions for aftercare. I leave the tegaderm on for 5-7 days depending on the size of the work. Then I carefully remove the tegaderm in a steamy shower. I carefully clean the area with an anti bacterial soap and then apply one of the following products. 1. Hustle Butter-Nice coconut smell and very good on large pieces. 2. Griffins Tattoo Salve- Sold at my local shop. A very fine wax like product. Non Greasy and will not stick to your clothing 20 minutes after application. 3. Ora's tattoo salve-Best I have tried to stop the itch... Stay out of the sun and dont go in the water. Dont even think about cutting the grass in the heat while wearing a tegaderm patch.... Call me OCD. I keep my fresh ink well moisturized and clean for 30 days Very Nice work. Take care of it and enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerninja Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Per the Tegaderm: I, too, use Tegaderm BUT in normal circumstances, put it on 8-12 hours after the tattoo has been applied. Only in extreme circumstances have I applied the Tegaderm immediately (i.e., nasty convention or weird travel circumstances). The net - keep it clean, lightly moisturized and don't submerge it. scottyg and Devious6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samsamsam Posted October 15, 2017 Author Share Posted October 15, 2017 Thanks for all the advice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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