Before you get a Tattoo

Getting a tattoo has been on my bucket list for approximately 8-9 years. I never actually knew what I want or where I want so I didn't actually went for it, but when I become mum I knew I wanted my little one's name. So this year finally I got it and I must say I am loving it. Even though it is my first tattoo and still in process of healing, I am already planning what I want as my next tattoo. Before I went and got it done I did some online research about all the cons and pros of getting a tattoo. So here I am preparing a one page for all the little bits and pieces you would like to know before you get one.

 

1. Yes it does hurt:- It does depend upon individual and their body, as some are very sensitive to pain and others are not. Me being a female and scared of needles, did got a bit scared when I saw the needle and the gun. It was similar to a burn hurt but I survived, I must say I can never see needles and still went through a tattoo and is now happy with it. I choose not to look at it when it was in process.

 

2. Get something Small:- Give yourself enough time to think about what you want as your first tattoo and if possible think of something smaller. Not only it will give you time about if you want one or no, but also give you an idea about how much pain can you tolerate. Ps you can always go for a bigger one if you are happy with your first one. Yayy.. :)

 

3. Find a Professional Tattoo Artist:- You want a tattoo and have decided what you want, now time is to spend some quality time finding a professional artist. If you need help then ask your friends who got few tattoos already, yes it does help I asked one of my friends who got tattoos and she helped me go to one of the professional ones, he did charged a bit more but was very kind, generous, understanding and a wonderful artist. He made me feel comfortable and kept me occupied in talking to distract me while the procedure.

 

4. Make an Appointment:- So you have thought enough and decided what you want plus also know which artist you want it from, the next step would be to make an appointment with the artist. Not only you will save yourself time waiting in the parlor but also be more relaxed if you go on a fixed time and get served immediately. All is set now, go for it.

 

5. Buy aftercare ointment in advance:- Aftercare is must for a tattoo, as some people also bleed during getting one. I was lucky that my tattoo didn't bleed but I did had swollen skin and was sore for like 2-3 days. I had to rush from the tattoo parlor to chemist to get Bepanthen (antiseptic cream) ointment which is must to put on the tattoo for several weeks after getting the tattoo. It not only helps with the healing but also keep it safe from getting infected. I would suggest to have it before hand as if you get hurt from tattoo and want to go home straight away after getting your tattoo then you can.

6. Read the aftercare sheet:- Your artist will give you an aftercare sheet to keep, I would suggest while you are getting your tattoo done to read it and ask as many questions you have regarding the tattoo and its day to day care.

7. Don't scratch your tattoo:- Donot scratch it, no matter how much itchy it is, use the ointment and it will help it getting better. Itching is the worst thing you can do to infected your tattoo. Remember your skin was burned and got injected with color in it, your skin is not used to this so it is going to itch when your tattoo is in process of healing. If itching is out of control contact your artist asap or see a doctor.

8. Ignore other people Judgment:- One thing that will happen to you if you got a tattoo at a visible place is that other people will give you good or bad feedback depending upon their liking. Remember one thing, you got this tattoo because you like it and you wanted it, don't let other people mess your head if they don't like it than what? you didn't asked them to have it. Its yours and you love it, enjoy your first tattoo.

Enjoy Your first tattoo, I am sure just like me you will start planning what you want your second tattoo to be. Its an addiction, love it. Don't forget to share some comments and photos of your tattoos..

Have a wonderful day..

Keep Smiling.. xx