HaydenRose Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 The only thing I'm not sure on is if I should be using an exfoliating scrub on my tattoos.. I think I would stay away from an exfoliating scrub because they are designed to remove dead skin cells and it's best to let the flaky tattooed skin fall of naturally not forcefully to avoid pulling ink out. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83164 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaeTae Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 I think I would stay away from an exfoliating scrub because they are designed to remove dead skin cells and it's best to let the flaky tattooed skin fall of naturally not forcefully to avoid pulling ink out. Sorry I wasn't clear there. I meant for long term care. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83181 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 I exfoliate from time to time, but it's not really part of my regular skincare routine. I try to exfoliate spots where I'm going to be tattooed prior to the session to have my skin in good shape, but after the tattoo is done and healed, I just moisturise after showering. Black Math 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83182 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaeTae Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Yeh I exfoliate twice a week in preparation for being tattooed, once the night before, makes the skin soft. I do shave my arms with a blade every so often, which I suppose is enough to remove dead skin cells long term. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83184 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Exactly. So many tattooers have said to just wash (and not like obsessively--I probably wash twice a day the first week and once a day after that) and let it dry out completely and then apply the teensiest bit of lotion. My thigh tattoo covers the whole front of my thigh and I literally use a pea size amount. A dot more and it's scab city. Yeah I've been using less lotion this time than before, I think I'll use even less on my upcoming! Healing is truly a trial and error process... But in the end I find you usally can only do so much damage... After all, they are very hard to get rid of :p Thanks for the encouraging words, everyone, I'm starting to see the results poking through from beneath the ugly stuff Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83275 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigboy67 Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 I just sat for a shade under 10 hours on friday, did my (new) usual, leave plastic wrap on overnight, wash dry and Tegaderm in the AM, leave on 3 days and when you take it off you're done except the "sunburn" light peeling stage. Annddddd that's where they get me. That itching sensation is the worst annoyance in this damned world Combine that with my hairy back which is already starting to grow back, and it feels like someone is constantly lightly rubbing a 100% wool sweater across my back. Akkkk! Before i tegaderm'd I used to ruin all my clothes though, plus my sheets which my wife loves to explain were real expensive Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83440 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 I had a session on my front yesterday upper shoulder down to lower belly....... One more session to go! Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83650 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJDeepFried Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 You guys were not kidding about the elbow ditch. A week in, my arm is almost healed except for the ditch which is bruised, scabby, and sore. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83725 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Bee Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 Before i tegaderm'd I used to ruin all my clothes though, plus my sheets which my wife loves to explain were real expensive My wife and I invested in "tattoo sheets." They also come with us if we travel for tattoos. El Dolmago, MadeIndelible and Graeme 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83726 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 You guys were not kidding about the elbow ditch. A week in, my arm is almost healed except for the ditch which is bruised, scabby, and sore. And that's just the linework! Shading and coloring will be even more fun! Reyeslv and TrixieFaux 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83727 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragen Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 Three words: my effing back. I heal pretty fast but first 2-3 days are always rough.. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83748 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Itch itch itch......... TaeTae, KBeee, Dbeatdano and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83874 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikki Walker Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I currently just got my 8th - A back piece and it's just the outlining but jesus it's itchy D: haha! Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83878 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synesthesia Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 So far, nearly everything about my newest tattoo is smooth sailing. Maybe it's because it's the inner part of my lower leg so it's kind of tucked away more than any of my others, but I actually keep forgetting it's there. Just a really faint stinging sensation all last night and this morning, no swelling, and not nearly as much of the horrible "rush of blood" feeling that I got with the previous lower leg tattoo. Here's hoping it remains uneventful. :p Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-83888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guero Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Got my ditch and elbow done yesterday. Not looking forward to the next few days. I hate having to keep my arm "locked" into the straight position. Hope the healing goes well though. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84076 Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcolevr Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 Hi - I'm a new member and wondering if anyone has every seen anything like this? I followed aftercare to the exact letter....was looking good but had more scabs than I was expecting. And then after my shower and lightly patting yesterday, I'm left with HUGE craters in spots. I LOVE my new tattoo and am concerned both about the health aspect and about how it will look when it heals. I'm out of town and can't visit the studio that did the tat (by the way one of the most reputable in Atlanta, GA) and am not sure what I should do with it at this point - continue the moisturizing? Let it dry? Maybe use a couple of doses of antibiotic cream (which I've heard is a no-no)? It's very painful and at times is flaming red around the edges. I am slightly anemic and don't know if that's an issue but was hoping for some advice!! Having trouble adding an image but I put one on my introduction a few minutes ago. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84114 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 I LOVE my new tattoo and am concerned both about the health aspect... It's very painful and at times is flaming red around the edges. I am slightly anemic and don't know if that's an issue but was hoping for some advice!! You might want to see doctor just to make sure nothing serious is going on. Gregor and Delicious 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84118 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydenRose Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 @pcolevr definitely see a doctor. Could you call the shop? Also, just to say what everyone may be thinking... that place might not be as "reputable" as it sounds... scott, Delicious and tatB 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84119 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 @pcloevr its already been said but see a doctor as soon as you can, my advice is to leave it to heal loose fitting long sleeves if you want to cover it dont bandage it and dont put any creams/ointments on it, let it breathe. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84125 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dbeatdano Posted January 26, 2014 Share Posted January 26, 2014 Yeah that doesn't sound good. Pain, redness, and inflammation are all classic signs of infection. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBeee Posted January 26, 2014 Share Posted January 26, 2014 FOUR words…fresh tattoo, bacon spatter:eek: gougetheeyes 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84133 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I've got my largest tattoo yet just two short days away... A (sort-of) rainbow zebra! Just some great image from a tshirt I found at a thrift store. Getting it from Jordan Epperson at No Regrets in Memphis. It's gonna go on my side, along my pant-line, below the ribs. Anyone have sage advice or wise words for wearing a seat belt with healing a tattoo that is exactly where the seat belt needs to go? I'm also hoping it won't interfere too much with my banjo practice. The banjo must go on. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-84808 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Had 3 hours on my stomach/sort of groin area, and a bit here and there... Why do I do this to myself. gougetheeyes 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-85001 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gougetheeyes Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 Convinced I'm getting too old for this shit, but pretty proud of sitting through the outline on my belly last night.. though I did feel like a crazy person when we finished. All I could think was, "There's no way I can start my back.. there's no way I can start my back.." The worst part is the shitty sleep, though. I sleep on my front, so I basically spent last night dozing off and then having to get comfortable on my side again. Waaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh Steve, Graeme, cltattooing and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-85797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fala Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 I'll hook you up for your back @gougetheeyes! No problem :) The shitty sleep is the worst! gougetheeyes 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/2689-in-this-thread-we-commiserate-about-healing-our-fresh-tattoos/?page=11#findComment-85817 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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