Guide To Healthy Tattoo Aftercare

Avoid Direct Sunlight

Sunlight is great, just not for tattoos. After getting a tattoo, individuals should avoid direct sunlight when possible. As a result, they will need to use sunblock on the tattoo if they are out in the sun or choose to use a tanning bed. However, this should only be done after the tattoo has healed completely. The reason individuals need to keep tattoos out of the sun or use sunblock is because of the sun's ultraviolet rays. The rays will break up the pigment in the tattoo when it is absorbed. This will make the tattoo fade and the color look washed out. If an individual is diligent with using sunblock on their tattoos, however, they will enjoy a newer looking tattoo for years. If individuals do not use the sunblock, their tattoo will suffer and become faded. Other things can happen to the tattoo because of exposure to the sun. These include the tattoo changing colors, extending the healing process, or burning the area.

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