Bras and rib cage tattoos

[sister123]

I'm planning on getting a large side rib cage tattoo soon.

what im most worried about is the healing process because if I wear a bra, the band will constantly be rubbing against it.

 

but I can't get away with going braless since  I have a large chest and I don't think it would be appropriate for me to go to work like that.  

Maybe there are some women on here who know of solutions. I was thinking I could get some of that boob tape people wear with evening dresses...not sure if that will be effective or not. Or is there a way to wear a bra and keep my tattoo protected?

[suburbanxcore]

Not sure, but this thread may be able to give some help. Welcome.

[Gingerninja]

A few options...I have a flotilla of stick-on "bras" that get me through healing and are great for backless shirts.

My favorite are these: http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/nordstrom-lingerie-shaper-nubra/3159479?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=NUDE 

Very few are going to give you any support. Search the forum for "The Ladies Thread". I think this is discussed there, too!

I ordered a new brand last week that is a LOT cheaper but it hasn't arrived yet.

 

[wildcat]

I have found that very soft sports bras, combined with Tegaderm, work well for me. The Tegaderm keeps the tattoo safe from abrasion and the sports bras doesn't have the hard ridges like underwire so it's much more comfortable for healing.

Hope that helps!

Wildcat

[labella1]

I just got a back piece and I can't wear a regular bra. I have been wearing a bikini top loosely tied and open back shirts. The sticky cups may help you. 

[well-fed unicorn]

I wound up going braless for the first go around myself for a backpiece. For a few days at least. I'm not exactly dainty, but I'm also not exactly very civilized sometimes.

The softness of simple sport bras were the next step.

[Hogrider]

7 hours ago, helenamic said:

Everyone copes differently to all areas on the body. I am basically covered in tattoos, and my worst area has been the back of calves. 

Ribs for me weren't so painful, more just an annoying feeling. But for some, ribs would be the worst. Ribs are known to be a painful spot, but it'll just hurt more on some than others. Just depends on the individual.  Ithink @wildcat is right. I've been using the sports bra since after having my first kid almost 5 years ago. now I can't sleep without it. You can check out the websit's page for this.

 

Do your advertising elsewhere. This site is for people who want to discuss tattoos, not the junk you want to sell.

[TattooedMumma]

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Edited July 10, 2023 by InkedMumma
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