Is this scabbing normal?

[divinix]

Hey guys - just got my first tattoo a week ago and not experienced here on what to expect in the healing process. Got a little bit of funky scabbing (I think?) and wanted to know if this is normal or a concern.

First image is 24 hours after I got it (6 days ago). Second image is today. The scabbing above the head stings a bit from time to time but nothing serious, not hot the touch, but there is a bit of deep red color around the edges of it. 

 

Thoughts?

 

 

 

Edited November 30, 2021 by divinix

[SStu]

sorry, no visible pictures from my angle

[divinix]

Woops, should be fixed. Pasted them in instead of attaching.

[Hogrider]

Tattoos take 4-8 weeks to heal. Nothing stands out as an issue with that tattoo.

[SStu]

Yep. Just make sure it doesn't get any redder or hot. Keep it dry. 

[oboogie]

Keep it clean and dry. The end.