The way you care for your tattoo often determines its healing, durability and beauty.
After getting a tattoo it takes between 4 to 6 weeks to heal, since this type of procedure leaves the skin sensitive and can sometimes cause wounds. It is important to do it correctly cleaning and disinfection of the same. The use of running water and a soap that maintains the physiological pH helps in the protection and maintenance of your tattoo. Bioderma Atoderm Intensive Pain Soap It is indicated for sensitive skin, gently cleanses and restores the skin barrier, also combating the itching that is common, washing must be done carefully so as not to cause pain since the skin is more sensitive.
The use of saline solution for disinfection It can also be a practical alternative to keep your tattoo clean and disinfected.
Another essential factor is the hydration of the tattoo that should be performed both during and after the healing process. Use a moisturizing cream with healing action such as Avène Cicalfate+ Protective Repair Cream that soothes, protects and helps repair irritated skin, combating itching and discomfort as it purifies and creates a protective barrier on the skin, its formula with [C+-Restore]™ that accelerates the speed of epidermal repair, promoting safe and faster healing of your tattoo.
You sun and heat care are extremely important, especially with the temperatures characteristic of this time of year. Sun exposure can cause significant damage to the skin and negatively affect your tattoos as UV rays interfere with the color and appearance of your tattoo.
A simple trip out of the house to go shopping requires the application of sunscreen in order to protect the tattoo as much as possible. Even if it is already healed, the application of sunscreen should be a common practice. Sunscreens with a sun protection factor (SPF) equal to or greater than 30 should be used and the application should cover the entire area of the tattoo, and should be repeated every two hours in order to maintain more complete protection. Protectors like the Isdin Photoprotector Fusion Fluid Mineral SPF 50 It does not contain chemical sunscreens, being 100% made up of physical sunscreens that are healthier and safer for the environment and for the user, it has a high tolerance and is suitable for sensitive skin, offering high protection against UVA/UVB sun rays.
The use of a thermal water can also be beneficial in combating heat and itching as they soothe, moisturize and protect sensitive and damaged skin. Spray formats are practical to carry with you wherever you go.
Remember the 3 steps essentials for taking care of your tattoo:
- Cleaning and disinfection;
- Hydration;
- Sun protection.
