Tattoo Healing Sun
To completely heal a new tattoo to the point where it is sunlight safe you must wait at least six weeks.
Tattoo healing sun. Direct sunlight can cause your tattoo to fade which cant be reversed. Avoiding direct sunlight on the tattoo for at least the first the first few weeks is highly recommended while you are going through the tattoo healing process. You can prevent a rash by protecting your skin from the sun.
Apply sunscreen 15 minutes before going outside. Keep your tattoo out of direct sunlight. If you find the pain is more than you expected you can take an over-the-counter pain reliever.
The harsh rays of the sun may cause your skin to blister and bleach some of the colors from your tattoo. 12 hours agoGetting tattooed and the pain required to do so can be physically healing as well. To get the protection you need use a sunscreen that offers SPF 30 or higher broad-spectrum protection and water resistance.
After getting a tattoo the outer layer of skin the part you can see will typically heal within 2 to 3 weeks. The suns rays can make your tattoo fadeAvoid them for up to three days after getting the tattoo. A fresh tattoo is very sensitive to the sun and you could have a burn or UV reaction when exposing a healing tattoo to the same amount of sun that would not damage your intact skin Robbie.
After the tattoo is healed we recommend the use of a good sun block. Wash and dry your hands before removing the bandage to avoid contaminating the site with germs. Keep the bandage on.
Avoid scratching rubbing picking at scabs and physically removing peeling skin. However long term sun protection is key to keeping the lines of your tattoo smooth and defined. Once the bandage is removed you should clean your tattoo thoroughly with warm water and unscented antibacterial soap.