Thanks for the info. Now if I could just get real drunk so I wouldn't chicken out!
Woods
I was just joking about getting drunk.... :)
However, what about valium? ;)
Woods
As long as you use a professional artist, with the right equipment and fresh ink, you should have no problem. The skin has about 7 layers and most artists strive to place the ink in the 5th layer and that is done by adjusting how deep the needles go into your skin. Outlines generally go the deepest with colors maybe done one layer closer to the surface.Pretty much what he said but I would advise using unscented Lubriderm or Curel (none of those "goos") to keep it moist. NO slapping! Some places ask status and some do not, but have never been turned down.
A true professional will have autoclaved (or new) needles and will always use fresh ink. Just like a dentist they should be using fluid precautions and I have never revealed my HIV status, nor had any problems of any kind with my tats, two of which are very large. I have one that spans my shoulders and my latest addition is on my right arm that extends from half way down my neck to my elbow.
Care of tats is pretty standard. After you get the tat it will shed ink for 1 - 3 days. The ink is washable so it will not stain your bedding and after a few days it will all start to scab over. While it heals, it if itches DO NOT SCRATCH NOR PICK AT ANY SCABS, instead lightly slap the tat and that will stop the itching. If you pick off the scabbing you risk damaging both your skin and the tat. Nothing dangerous, it will just diminish the look of your tat. You will also need to avoid water and sunlight. For bathing I find it works really well to use Saran Wrap or something to cover your tat, clean yourself and then take it off.
During healing it is imperative that you keep the tat clean (use cotton padding and alcohol) and put something on it to keep it supple, like Ink Fix or some kind of hand balm for very dry skin. In about a week the whole thing will be crusty and will begin to flake off. You will shed for a day or so and then you are done.
Of course if you see any discoloration or have any pain at the tat site, you should contact your doctor, but I do not know of anyone who has had any problems as long as you follow some simple care guidelines.
Just remember to use a professional and you should have no worries and you will wind up with some great looking ink.
Hi,since I'm positiv,I got 6(!!!!) tattoos and 5(!) piercings.Most of them in Little 5 points(Atlanta,Georgia) and couple piercings in Germany.NO problems whatsoever! :-)
As long as you use a professional artist, with the right equipment and fresh ink, you should have no problem. The skin has about 7 layers and most artists strive to place the ink in the 5th layer and that is done by adjusting how deep the needles go into your skin. Outlines generally go the deepest with colors maybe done one layer closer to the surface.Joe there are only three layers of skin, Epidermis, dermis and the subcutis. Ink is injected into the dermis when getting a tattoo. ;)
A true professional will have autoclaved (or new) needles and will always use fresh ink. Just like a dentist they should be using fluid precautions and I have never revealed my HIV status, nor had any problems of any kind with my tats, two of which are very large. I have one that spans my shoulders and my latest addition is on my right arm that extends from half way down my neck to my elbow.
Care of tats is pretty standard. After you get the tat it will shed ink for 1 - 3 days. The ink is washable so it will not stain your bedding and after a few days it will all start to scab over. While it heals, it if itches DO NOT SCRATCH NOR PICK AT ANY SCABS, instead lightly slap the tat and that will stop the itching. If you pick off the scabbing you risk damaging both your skin and the tat. Nothing dangerous, it will just diminish the look of your tat. You will also need to avoid water and sunlight. For bathing I find it works really well to use Saran Wrap or something to cover your tat, clean yourself and then take it off.
During healing it is imperative that you keep the tat clean (use cotton padding and alcohol) and put something on it to keep it supple, like Ink Fix or some kind of hand balm for very dry skin. In about a week the whole thing will be crusty and will begin to flake off. You will shed for a day or so and then you are done.
Of course if you see any discoloration or have any pain at the tat site, you should contact your doctor, but I do not know of anyone who has had any problems as long as you follow some simple care guidelines.
Just remember to use a professional and you should have no worries and you will wind up with some great looking ink.
this thread is four years old -- congratulations everyoneJoe is still here and he'll see it tomorrow. :)
this thread is four years old -- congratulations everyone
has been 4 years. Is the color wearing away yet?