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Planning to get a tattoo during your holiday trip? Here’s what to keep in mind

Whether it is an expression of your love, dedication to your advocacy, status symbol, a representation of yourself, a crying emotion, a cryptic image you want to convey, indication of your religious beliefs, token of appreciation to somebody, emblem of your belonging to a certain group or even a no reason for putting a tattoo, we must consider securing our health. 

Are you fond of tattoos, or you are the one of those afraid of having them in your body? Are you trying to put some of it in your body, and you tend to think that it is your self-expression? Tattoo, whether permanent or not, is a form of art in your body that designing your skin thru and a spot of ink and a needle. It pierces the skin with needles and injects paint, dyes, and pigments into the skin's deep layer. Tattoos used to be done manually, but nowadays, there are many ways to do it, and one of them is electronic.

People getting their tattoos for different reasons, stories, and dramas in life. Many of us people have a broken heart, and they pull out their emotion and bring it to the tattoo. Some are related to their spiritual or cultural beliefs. Others are for recognition that they belong to a certain group organization. Mostly for self-expression or artistic manifestation of oneself. Addiction may be found for those people who are body has fully loaded with a tattoo. 

Tattoos and piercings have been around for centuries, but it's only now that they're being accepted as means of self-expression in society. But definitely, having minor operations is also the same as getting a tattoo. In many ways, they are the same, and in both procedures, we must consider the safety precaution to ensure the health of the tattoo fanatics. 

Here are some actions that are essential to consider before, during, and after the tattoo process. 

Things to do before undergoing tattooing
● Look for a licensed tattoo shop. All aspects of the workshop should be tidy and well-ordered, including needles, ink, equipment, and a stand-by area. Don't proceed if you notice something unpleasant like dirty or unorganized devices, even the artist's appearance.

● One of the most important to consider before entering or engaging in inputting your tattoo is checking the artist or shop accreditation. It is usually shown in the shop, and if you don't find one, there is no problem to ask. This is not considered to be rude but being straightforward leads to your safety.

● Usually, the artist explains to the customer from the very start of the process. To prepare the client for the procedure. On what they will expect, including the aftercare course of action like the need for a tattoo lotion, how long it will take, or the session's time frame. It also discusses the degree of pain and a second or succeeding meeting to finalize the design.

● It would be best if you examined your tattoo aftermath. If you are satisfied, review the design if this is according to your request. If the tattoo is in word design, verify the spelling if this is right. If possible, get a copy so you have it on your file that you can enlarge and display any place in your house feeling proud. Be sure you don't have regrets before leaving the shop.

● Set a date for the tattoo session. Have it on the weekend, or any day you can have the next couple of days to rest.

● Next to consider is the tattoo session date. Choose the date accordingly like you have a day to rest so that the wound would heal easily as you are not doing too much action if you are going somewhere. What I mean is take the day as the weekend or holiday.

● Attire is also important and considered when you are putting your tattoo. Select appropriate dresses like if your tattoo is sporting in your arms. Better to wear a sleeveless so the garment will not touch the fresh wound. If you are not confident and feel a companion, do not hesitate to have a company, especially if the ink is so big and you will have fainted afterward.


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Things to do while undergoing tattoos
● Inspect the sanitation procedures. Be sure that the needles, bags, and tubing to be used are new, that the artist washes his or her hands and wears new disposable gloves. Other devices should be properly sterilized and disinfected. All equipment, even the clinic, should be spotless.

● Examination for allergy reactions. Excellent tattoo inks can also cause extreme rashes and allergic reactions on hyper-sensitive skin. Ask for a rapid allergy screening before you undergo a tattoo treatment.

● Do not drink alcohol at least one day before the tattoo session. Alcohol makes your blood thinner, and no one wants to see flowing thin blood from your wound.

● Better to arrive early than your schedule to avoid the rush and catching your breath while starting the procedure

● Always inspect the best before the date and the ink if this is approved to use in tattooing. Expired ink may cause infections. 

● Attire should be pleasant and not fitted.


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Things to do after getting a tattoo
● Hold the bandage on for 24 hours. The raw wound is also vulnerable to airborne bacteria and potential infections.

● Clean the cut with warm water and liquid antibacterial soap. Don't rub the part. To dry, pat softly with a clean towel or paper towel.

● Generously apply antibiotic ointment with Vitamin A and D. This will speed up the healing process and keep away infections.

● Stop soaking and swimming for at least two weeks. Fast baths are prescribed to help keep the wound clean. Just make sure you don't have daily bath soap, shampoo, and conditioners on your cut.

● Keep away from too much exposure to the sun. For now, skip the beaches. Steam rooms and any forms of swimming, rivers, and the sea are highly avoided before the tattoo is fully healed.

● Use at ease and relax clothing. As much as possible, let the tattooed location expose. Stop wearing tight outfits that might touch against the tattooed skin.

● It's going to itch, and it is an indication that recovery is going well. But don't rub. Most tattoo artists consider using a gentle moisturizer to keep the skin safe. Using wet and moist compresses to smooth the scab and avoid peel it.

Whether it is an expression of your love, dedication to your advocacy, status symbol, a representation of yourself, a crying emotion, a cryptic image you want to convey, indication of your religious beliefs, token of appreciation to somebody, emblem of your belonging to a certain group or even a no reason for putting a tattoo, we must consider securing our health. One mistake made in the course of the tattoo may lead to certain diseases if not properly executed. 

An unclean tattoo needle can carry a blood-borne disease such as hepatitis B and C, and worst is the dreaded disease, the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This is just a reminder and not making you stop undergoing tattoos. Take the necessary precautions. Finding a good and accredited tattoo shop and health should always check before getting your tattoo, especially if you want to acquire it during your travel to which you are not familiar with the places you are going through. Again always think of your health as health is wealth.

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