As a professional Tattoo artist. I would never recommend Vaseline as a healing ointment for a fresh tattoo. Being 100% petroleum base, it usually will give you a faded looking tattoo. Very popular back in the days. But we're not living in the 70's. For ointment I recommend using aquaphor. For the past year I been using Saniderm which I find an easier alternative for healing. But sorry Dr. Dray no Vaseline please.
I already apply sunscreen heavily when I go out in the sun because I'm super pale- but not ruining my tattoos DEFINITELY helps me be more thorough about sunscreen application than before 🙃😂
@@salamannader Same, I only have one, a turtle I had put on my shoulder in 2004, It still looks great. Granted, most days it does not see the sun anyway, but if I am wearing a bathing suit or tank top. The heaviest sunscreen goes on my face and the turtle. I have been wanting a second for a few years now..
Big tattoo fan here (10+). I have a really sensitive skin and Rosaceae. Here's what I do: I ask my tattoo artist for second skin (it's like a plastic sticky film normally use after surgery to make sure the wound doesn't get infected) and I keep it on for 5 days, no products at all, if Im in the sun I put in some kinetic tape on the second skin. When I remove it (there's a proper way): I clean it with a natural, no fragrance soap and water and dry it up with a paper towel. Last step is to apply a little layer of my regular cream (Cerave again no fragrance) every couple of hours. Easy breezy.
After care with tattoos is so important for skin health and the outcome of the tattoo. I've used Aquaphor on my tattoos before too and that worked great!
LOVE IT! Finally! Most tattoo creams have petroleum as the main ingredient anyway! And a lot of tattoo creams have fragrance or are very drying! One needs to be on the lookout for those! I had good experience with Bepanthen baby rash cream, but it isn't vegan. TattooMed after tattoo cream (from Germany) is my favourite so far. Thank you Dr Dray! PS: please don't get a tribal tattoo 😂😂😂
I just got a tattoo finished today! I have always been recommend to use aquaphor/A&D Ointment (unscented) and wash the tattoo 2-3x a day for the first 3-4 days and then switch to applying an unscented, non-irritating lotion or balm often after that until the tattoo is healed. Otherwise, if the artist uses something like saniderm, I switch to the unscented lotion after leaving that on for about 3-5 days. I also avoid swimming for 2-3 weeks.
I got my first tattoo last year..i used aquaphor for a week until it started pealing then switched to fragrance free lotion..my tattoo artist said to apply a small amount of lotion when it starts to itch and it worked out really nice plus always wear sunscreen
I used cerave today on my 4th day I haven't added any other cream or ointment just water and soap it was getting super scabby and itchy on the 4th day cerave instantly took care of it
I don’t have tattoos but I’m still interested in watching this video. Many people have requested info on this topic and will benefit by Dr Dray’s knowledge. 😊 👏
Great advice Dr Dray! I’ve worked in tattoo studios for the past 11 years, I have always used Bepanthen fragrance free cream for the first few days of healing then a fragrance free moisturiser from then on (especially adding more when the itching starts!) and my tattoos have all healed perfectly 😊 The tattoo aftercare products in general are all full of essential oils/fragrance and extremely over priced! They’re glorified body butters really 🤦♀️
Im a tattoo artist and my new boss says that Octenisept spray can help in healing as well when you spray it after you clean the tattoo. What s your take on it? These are the ingredients: octenisept. Composition: 100 g solution contain: octenidine dihydrochloride 0.1 g, phenoxyethanol (Ph. Eur.) 2.0 g ; Other ingredients: cocamidopropylbetaine, sodium D gluconate, glycerol 85%, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, purified water.
Getting my... 20th tattoo? in a few weeks! Love that you keep it safe and simple! Have always had better luck with vaseline compared to anything else! 😉
As a professional tattoo artist I don’t recommend Vaseline Because it can neutralize Color tattoos now if you’re getting tribal Black tattoos Vaseline is OK but I’d recommend Vaseline intensive care lotion because you still want the tattoo to breathe into heal She might be at Dermatologist but she is not a tattoo artist I wouldn’t follow the tip about the Vaseline And also if your tattoo has scabs or anything like that don’t remove them because it would totally pull out the ink
I have 18 tattoos and I’ve used Cerave gentle soap, A&D Gold, then Lubriderm unscented lotion. My tattoos are over 10 years old and still look like I got them a week ago
I would recommend using Vaseline/aquaphor/A&D ointment for the first couple of days. After that I’d have people switch to an unscented lotion after washing. Reason being, using ointment for the entire healing process could stretch out healing time.
Vaseline can be applied to thick and keep the tattoo from healing properly. I've used different kinds of aftercare and the best I've used is 100 percent coconut oil. Also saniderm is the best for right after the tattoo is done.
On a fresh tattoo, i usually apply fragrance free lotion about 3 times a day and aquaphor right before bed to help with the healing and protect my tattoo from bacteria.
As a tattoo artist , I don’t recommend my clients to apply petroleum jelly especially during the first week after the initial tattoo is done. The main reason is that to prevent infections and to speed up the healing, it is important keeping the wound dry and clean. Since petroleum jelly is excellent at retaining water, it’s possible that bacterias get trapped in water, which isn’t very helpful to speed up the healing process. I usually recommend my clients applying nothing for the first 3-7 days , or a super super thin layer of tattoo after care cream that’s fragrance free , petroleum free, and dye free.
I recently got my first tattoo, my husband got his second around the same time, we had two different artists. His advised neosporin ointment twice daily, which of course is petrolatum based. Mine advised neosporin cream, as often as I could apply it. Being a former home care nurse with quite a bit of experience working with wounds and wound nurses, and after discussing healing goals with my tattoo artist, we both felt petrolatum and like-based ointments were too occlusive, potentially softening the area too much and trapping any drainage. I personally like zinc based creams for shallower wounds, but again, the specific goals for healing a tattoo did not sound like it would necessarily benefit from zinc oxide either. Anyway, my tattoo healed beautifully. It was a little more work to do the frequent cream application, but it had minimal scabbing and healed with the colors still vibrant. My husband's did not heal as well, lots of scabbing and drainage...in fact, he had to call for antibiotics after about 10 days, it was looking pretty bad. It looks ok now, the colors have faded, but he wanted them to fade a bit. Admittedly, the world of tattoo healing is a bit unique, trying to actually preserve damage done to the skin. But my tattoo artist was very like-minded to myself in that he promoted using products without fragrance, as well as sun protection, long after the tattoo had healed.
most artists actually recommend not put vasaline on new tattoos - it stops the tattoo from being able to breathe properly. a great alternative to Vasaline is Aquaphor. i’ve used this for most of my tattoos and it works amazing! i know other people use bepathen. I would always follow the advise of your tattoo artist if you are unsure. i’m from the UK and most artists here do not use vasaline.
I've just had mohs surgery on my face,my plastic surgeon told me to use vaseline on my wound,I've also used this on all my tattoos,if it's washed the vaseline prevents a scab forming.
Excellent topic, Dr! I remember using Cicaplast Baume, La Roche Posay with my first tattoo (my artist told me to get that one, change special bands {Tegaderm like and lint-free gauzes} often and wash it with water often) and wear cotton, well ventilated clothing around the area. I didn’t have allergic reactions BUT my body reacted to the tattoo. Every time I had a tattoo done, I got fever after having them for several hours, and no more than 100.4 F. I felt like sh*t, and I realized was always after a tattoo done, so for the second one I visited a doctor the day after. She told me the tattoo looked fine, well cared and performed, no infections of course or allergic reactions. I guess my body overreacts to the injury itself. No surprised though, bc as a person that has arthritis, have had anaphylactic reactions and weird allergies, and as a Kid I used to get fever whenever my dad used to travel... I guess my own body is a drama queen.
I usually use dial antibacterial soap to clean the tattoo and a Aveeno or aquaphor afterward. Worked great for my last tattoo! I remember seeing a guy in the news that just got a full back tattoo and then went swimming in the ocean a few days later and he died from sepsis if I remember correctly. Not a good idea.
Got my 5th tattoo yesterday , my 3rd tattoo got healed with vaseline 4th tattoo with bepanthene . Both look exactly the same , no fade what so ever . I Heard vaseline fades tattoos but mine are pretty good . I think now in my 5th tattoo i will use vaseline because i like the protective layer that give you . A good tip its to use a small amount and spread it well .
Go off dr dray love this more slightly edgy content I’ve heard a lot of different things and hearing a drs opinion is great, could you also do one on pericings? Also preventing body acne from sports bras / work out stuff / swim suits
I used a tanning bed. My tattoo has faded ALOT. I don't want to get it touched up because its so painful. Don't make the same mistake as me. Use sunscreen and stay out of tanning beds!
Dr Dray It did. Thanks! This is pretty much how I care for mine. I work in the medical field and have always found it “interesting” to hear of all the different methods out there for caring for tattoos while they are healing. There are a few popular products contains ingredients that I can’t imagine putting on a healing wound. Any opinion on applying a product like Tegaderm? There are a few products for tattoos that are similar. My skin hates these, so I would never use them, but they are becoming popular. Any recommendations on how to care for healing tattoos that are under clothes (of the loose-fitting variety)? Thanks again for the video and for all the information you share with all of us on the internet!
I'm wondering about saniderm or tegaderm too. My artist used saniderm on my last tattoo and I liked it. I left it on for a few days. It didn't itch as much as normal.
I use coconut oil and Bepanthen interchangeably. The coconut oil really seems to jumpstart healing. I have two new tattoos and only use water, no soap, no shampoo. They're healing beautifully.
Wow very informative. I have a question and would love your opinion. Many tattoo artist are seeking petroleum-free and vegan alternatives to moisturizers. What do you think of HustleButter? It has fruit oils, aloe, and shea butter. Your thoughts??
When I got my latest tattoo they put like a clear plastic on it that made it not scab it's called saniderm I kept it on for 3 days and I took it off and had no scabs and then just put aquaphor on it everyday for like two weeks, it was my best healed tattoo!
Happy Thursday! I've had a little tattoo for several years. I think you have to do your homework and do a little research to choose a good place. I followed the guidelines and I had no problems. Since I have it on the back of my shoulder, I can't see it! And I even forget that I have one!
Cover the tattoo at night too to avoid scratching when asleep. I catched myself once scratching my tattoo while in that phase of waking up and makes me wonder if I also scratched while asleep.
I have seven tattoos and LOVE them all.... I plan on getting another one very soon. Never had any problems with healing. My aftercare was Vaseline and Eucerin Advanced Repair.
I have a small tattoo in a place that's not visible to the world ;) and my tattoo artist (90s) was old school and put Nivea blue tin cream on it. It did the job, and did it well and I had it at home anyway because I used it for the face. It scabbed over on its own, and I let them fall off naturally. Gentle patted with a wet washcloth and re-upped on the cream until it healed. It's now 2020 and the colors are still as nice as on the day the scabs came off.
I healed my tattoo with a tegaderm medical bandage they gave me right after they tattooed it and they told me to leave it on for about 4 days then gently use dial antibacterial and lubriderm and it healed perfectly i wonder why the tegaderm helps so much aside from keeping bacteria out ?
“I don’t recommend A+D ointment due to fragrance and the potential reaction that can mess up the healing of the wound and tattoo.” Me looking at my new tattoo after using A+D twice a day 👁👄👁
I had permanent eyeliner done a few years ago & my cosmetic tattoo artist gave me a petroleum jelly product to apply with very similar instructions for aftercare. :-) Thanks Dr. D!
Dr Dray, Since our skin is sloughing off and renewing all the time, I don't understand how tattoos work. Why don't they rise to the surface and slough off?
Yesss! I’ve been waiting for your input on tattoo healing. I’ve started collecting tattoos for the past year (not during pandemic, of course). My way of healing is specifically using Aquaphor because that was what I was taught. And yes, I’ve also been told to air it out to scab purposely, which I always hated. It’s interesting that you focus on the fact that it can heal better when it’s moist. That sparks my interest in another common form of tattoo healing which is applying Saniderm (the same one for a couple day). I’ve been told it’s a way of “wet healing” with all the fluids resting with the tattoo. I’ve never done it because I’m skeptical about that. What do you think about the Saniderm method?
I’ve used Vaseline and coco butter for just about all my tattoos they didn’t fade cause of the Vaseline ,,, if you rub or pull on the scabbing can cause fading or if the needle depth is to deep ,
Is Vaseline as good as hydrocolloid dressings, such as Duoderm? In studies, hydrocolloid dressings have shown to be very effective in preventing scabs or drying of the wound.
i would use a light kind of hydrocortsione cream which is easily available - after washing the area down with water and keeping it clean, a small amount of cortisone will take away any itching as worked extremely well. vaseline is a sticky business which is why i dont use it.
Hi Dr. Dray can you please do the best Avene moisturizers, since I loved and it really helped a lot the video you did about the Avene best cleansers. Thank you! Btw, new subscruber
I'm a tattoo artist... I say to my customers to apply fragrance free panthenol based cream for 2 weeks after the session (Bepanthenol is the best here in Italy)! You're totally right...
Wish I would have had this info 20 yrs ago. I put some bacitracin on mine, which as it turns out I'm allergic to. Nothing like a weepy contact dermatitis on top of a wound 🙄
General question: When is it considered safe is it to return to working around a farm or hospital setting where you are exposed to animal and human excrement after having a tattoo aka open wound? Thanks I’m advance. Would a covering necessarily help?
My tattoo artist recommended cleaning it with antibacterial soap. Should I just use plain fragrance free soap instead? A lot of antibacterial soap I see have dyes.
Baby soap, antibacterial is fine I am heavily tatted all over my body, also don’t use any thick ass lotions I typically use cerave or vanicream aquaphore is fine too and also after your tat heals make sure you put sunscreen on it from having it sun bleach and it makes the ink look vibrant longer
In general it's been advised that people stop using antibacterial soap because it's contributing to antibiotic resistance, and it's not any better than regular soap at killing bacteria anyway.
It’s bizarre that a diaper rash cream would have fragrance in it. I wouldn’t put fragrance on any type of rash.
I don’t understand their logic in the development of that product at all
As a professional Tattoo artist. I would never recommend Vaseline as a healing ointment for a fresh tattoo. Being 100% petroleum base, it usually will give you a faded looking tattoo. Very popular back in the days. But we're not living in the 70's.
For ointment I recommend using aquaphor.
For the past year I been using Saniderm which I find an easier alternative for healing. But sorry Dr. Dray no Vaseline please.
What would you recommend if someone’s allergic to lanolin(in aquaphor) and allergic to saniderm?
Why would it give you a faded look? What's the science behind that?
also, aquaphor is patroleum based as well....
I have been using petroleum jelly since i got my first tattoo but the color did not fade
@@isprikitiktus1449 i also
So glad you were able to tell us how to care for tattoos, without bashing those of us who have tattoos. Thank you.
Lol Dr Dray now promotes sleeves and full body tattoos to encourage sunscreen compliance 🤣.
Omg i spit my tea out lmao
I already apply sunscreen heavily when I go out in the sun because I'm super pale- but not ruining my tattoos DEFINITELY helps me be more thorough about sunscreen application than before 🙃😂
@@salamannader Same, I only have one, a turtle I had put on my shoulder in 2004, It still looks great. Granted, most days it does not see the sun anyway, but if I am wearing a bathing suit or tank top. The heaviest sunscreen goes on my face and the turtle. I have been wanting a second for a few years now..
@@xanpena2858 Lol
Big tattoo fan here (10+). I have a really sensitive skin and Rosaceae. Here's what I do: I ask my tattoo artist for second skin (it's like a plastic sticky film normally use after surgery to make sure the wound doesn't get infected) and I keep it on for 5 days, no products at all, if Im in the sun I put in some kinetic tape on the second skin. When I remove it (there's a proper way): I clean it with a natural, no fragrance soap and water and dry it up with a paper towel. Last step is to apply a little layer of my regular cream (Cerave again no fragrance) every couple of hours. Easy breezy.
I’ve used Vaseline for pretty much all my tattoos, and they still look vibrant. I used A+D for one of my tattoos and it actually looked more faded.
Exactly
ive had my tat for a week now and have only been using vaseline. Should i keep using it till it's fully healed?
@@yourdad139yes!
Can we get an updated video? Aquaphor vs specialized tattoo creams (Mad Rabbit, Sorry Mom, Hustle Butter, etc)?
Thank you 🫶🏽
I’m getting a bigger tattoo today, going to remember this, and watch again after! Thanks Dr. Dray! ❤️
Good luck with it!
Rosemary Tea it went great! So beautiful and I’m gonna wash and Vaseline! 🥰
After care with tattoos is so important for skin health and the outcome of the tattoo. I've used Aquaphor on my tattoos before too and that worked great!
Me watching this with no intention of getting a tattoo😂😂
pure VASELINE is what they immediatamente apply to boxers' wounds during a fight. 💙💙
u mean pure petrolatum
@@sarah2806 yes
if you get a large tattoo ( sleeve, back, etc ) it’s impossible to keep it covered for two weeks.
@@pdxorbust27 It's impossible to wear a shirt for two weeks?
That’s to avoid making it bigger or worst, so if they receive another punch, the fist slips away
LOVE IT! Finally! Most tattoo creams have petroleum as the main ingredient anyway! And a lot of tattoo creams have fragrance or are very drying! One needs to be on the lookout for those! I had good experience with Bepanthen baby rash cream, but it isn't vegan. TattooMed after tattoo cream (from Germany) is my favourite so far. Thank you Dr Dray! PS: please don't get a tribal tattoo 😂😂😂
I just got a tattoo finished today! I have always been recommend to use aquaphor/A&D Ointment (unscented) and wash the tattoo 2-3x a day for the first 3-4 days and then switch to applying an unscented, non-irritating lotion or balm often after that until the tattoo is healed.
Otherwise, if the artist uses something like saniderm, I switch to the unscented lotion after leaving that on for about 3-5 days. I also avoid swimming for 2-3 weeks.
I got my first tattoo last year..i used aquaphor for a week until it started pealing then switched to fragrance free lotion..my tattoo artist said to apply a small amount of lotion when it starts to itch and it worked out really nice plus always wear sunscreen
I used cerave today on my 4th day I haven't added any other cream or ointment just water and soap it was getting super scabby and itchy on the 4th day cerave instantly took care of it
I don’t have tattoos but I’m still interested in watching this video. Many people have requested info on this topic and will benefit by Dr Dray’s knowledge. 😊 👏
Happy Thursday :)
I have lots and this is a life saver. I trust Dr Dray. I'm going to be rewatching this video before my next one.
Dr Dray hiya! We just started carrying the “Free & Clear” line in the Pharmacy where I work...what are your thoughts on the line?
Great advice Dr Dray! I’ve worked in tattoo studios for the past 11 years, I have always used Bepanthen fragrance free cream for the first few days of healing then a fragrance free moisturiser from then on (especially adding more when the itching starts!) and my tattoos have all healed perfectly 😊 The tattoo aftercare products in general are all full of essential oils/fragrance and extremely over priced! They’re glorified body butters really 🤦♀️
Im a tattoo artist and my new boss says that Octenisept spray can help in healing as well when you spray it after you clean the tattoo. What s your take on it? These are the ingredients: octenisept. Composition: 100 g solution contain: octenidine dihydrochloride 0.1 g, phenoxyethanol (Ph. Eur.) 2.0 g ; Other ingredients: cocamidopropylbetaine, sodium D gluconate, glycerol 85%, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, purified water.
i've been getting tattooed for years and every artist i've ever had has told me not to use vaseline on a fresh tattoo..
That’s because Vaseline pulls ink out of tattoos. It was commonly used in the 70s-ops that’s why so many old tattoos look so blotchy now
She's trolling
Getting my... 20th tattoo? in a few weeks! Love that you keep it safe and simple! Have always had better luck with vaseline compared to anything else! 😉
As a professional tattoo artist I don’t recommend Vaseline Because it can neutralize Color tattoos now if you’re getting tribal Black tattoos Vaseline is OK but I’d recommend Vaseline intensive care lotion because you still want the tattoo to breathe into heal She might be at Dermatologist but she is not a tattoo artist I wouldn’t follow the tip about the Vaseline And also if your tattoo has scabs or anything like that don’t remove them because it would totally pull out the ink
It's official: Dr. Dray knows everything about everything. Never thought I would see this topic here but am very grateful for it! Thanks, Dr. Dray!
Laurel Plummer yes, she’s so smart! Love Dr. Dray!
I have 18 tattoos and I’ve used Cerave gentle soap, A&D Gold, then Lubriderm unscented lotion. My tattoos are over 10 years old and still look like I got them a week ago
Wtf I literally just got a tattoo and this pops up😂
I was wishing you had a tattoo aftercare video because I'm getting one in August! This is perfect :) You're the voice I trust the most!
I would recommend using Vaseline/aquaphor/A&D ointment for the first couple of days. After that I’d have people switch to an unscented lotion after washing. Reason being, using ointment for the entire healing process could stretch out healing time.
What are the downsides of stretched-out healing time? (other than it taking longer).
Vaseline can be applied to thick and keep the tattoo from healing properly. I've used different kinds of aftercare and the best I've used is 100 percent coconut oil. Also saniderm is the best for right after the tattoo is done.
On a fresh tattoo, i usually apply fragrance free lotion about 3 times a day and aquaphor right before bed to help with the healing and protect my tattoo from bacteria.
Work in pharmacy and has a customer asking about tattoo aftercare so this video is perfect timing! Thanks Dr Dray 💕
hope the tips are helpful :)
Dr Dray would you recommend the Avene Cicalfate cream for tattoo aftercare?
Hi Dr Dray, thanks for the content. I used to have terrible blackheads. My skin has never looked better after following your tips! :)
Glad to hear it
What did you use to get rid of them?
ohh, how did you get rid of them?
How?
Can I use heat to heal the wound faster? Will the heat be bad for the ink?
As a tattoo artist , I don’t recommend my clients to apply petroleum jelly especially during the first week after the initial tattoo is done. The main reason is that to prevent infections and to speed up the healing, it is important keeping the wound dry and clean. Since petroleum jelly is excellent at retaining water, it’s possible that bacterias get trapped in water, which isn’t very helpful to speed up the healing process. I usually recommend my clients applying nothing for the first 3-7 days , or a super super thin layer of tattoo after care cream that’s fragrance free , petroleum free, and dye free.
I recently got my first tattoo, my husband got his second around the same time, we had two different artists. His advised neosporin ointment twice daily, which of course is petrolatum based. Mine advised neosporin cream, as often as I could apply it. Being a former home care nurse with quite a bit of experience working with wounds and wound nurses, and after discussing healing goals with my tattoo artist, we both felt petrolatum and like-based ointments were too occlusive, potentially softening the area too much and trapping any drainage. I personally like zinc based creams for shallower wounds, but again, the specific goals for healing a tattoo did not sound like it would necessarily benefit from zinc oxide either. Anyway, my tattoo healed beautifully. It was a little more work to do the frequent cream application, but it had minimal scabbing and healed with the colors still vibrant. My husband's did not heal as well, lots of scabbing and drainage...in fact, he had to call for antibiotics after about 10 days, it was looking pretty bad. It looks ok now, the colors have faded, but he wanted them to fade a bit. Admittedly, the world of tattoo healing is a bit unique, trying to actually preserve damage done to the skin. But my tattoo artist was very like-minded to myself in that he promoted using products without fragrance, as well as sun protection, long after the tattoo had healed.
most artists actually recommend not put vasaline on new tattoos - it stops the tattoo from being able to breathe properly. a great alternative to Vasaline is Aquaphor. i’ve used this for most of my tattoos and it works amazing! i know other people use bepathen. I would always follow the advise of your tattoo artist if you are unsure. i’m from the UK and most artists here do not use vasaline.
Aquaphore is 41% Vaseline lol
Do not put a petroleum based anything on your tattoo use water base only
I like to know what moisturizer you are wearing. Your skin looks awesome.
I used Cerave moisturizing lotion on my tattoos and it worked perfectly :)
Dr. Dray, you are the Derm goddess extraordinaire! Question: What about applying betadine solution periodically to prevent infection? Olive oil?
I've just had mohs surgery on my face,my plastic surgeon told me to use vaseline on my wound,I've also used this on all my tattoos,if it's washed the vaseline prevents a scab forming.
with vaseline on it, the wound will NOT be abel to breathe making the healingprogress longer. Please use bepanthen or alhydran!💚
yessss i requested this and this video is coming out on the day i'm getting a new tattoo! thank you dr dray!!!
I cover my tattoos with tegaderm for a few days after getting the tattoo. It keeps bacteria out and stops me from scratching.
I have always used Coco Butter 100% for the healing and moisturizing. $2.00 a stick.
I use Saniderm stickers instead. Two applications, no constant washing, no lotions to worry about. So simple.
I have numerous tattoos and love using Tattoo Goo (the balm in the tin, not the lotion) for my aftercare. My tattoos have always turned out great!
Excellent topic, Dr!
I remember using Cicaplast Baume, La Roche Posay with my first tattoo (my artist told me to get that one, change special bands {Tegaderm like and lint-free gauzes} often and wash it with water often) and wear cotton, well ventilated clothing around the area.
I didn’t have allergic reactions BUT my body reacted to the tattoo. Every time I had a tattoo done, I got fever after having them for several hours, and no more than 100.4 F. I felt like sh*t, and I realized was always after a tattoo done, so for the second one I visited a doctor the day after. She told me the tattoo looked fine, well cared and performed, no infections of course or allergic reactions. I guess my body overreacts to the injury itself. No surprised though, bc as a person that has arthritis, have had anaphylactic reactions and weird allergies, and as a Kid I used to get fever whenever my dad used to travel... I guess my own body is a drama queen.
It's not entirely uncommon and it's nicknamed the "tattoo flu".
Kat K ohh, I didn’t know that!
I usually use dial antibacterial soap to clean the tattoo and a Aveeno or aquaphor afterward. Worked great for my last tattoo!
I remember seeing a guy in the news that just got a full back tattoo and then went swimming in the ocean a few days later and he died from sepsis if I remember correctly. Not a good idea.
Got my 5th tattoo yesterday , my 3rd tattoo got healed with vaseline 4th tattoo with bepanthene .
Both look exactly the same , no fade what so ever .
I Heard vaseline fades tattoos but mine are pretty good .
I think now in my 5th tattoo i will use vaseline because i like the protective layer that give you .
A good tip its to use a small amount and spread it well .
My tattoo artist advised me to use antibacterial soap (fragrance free) and pea size Lubriderm fragrance free lotion.
I only have 3 tattoos so far but this is exactly how I healed all of them as well. All have healed well.
Go off dr dray love this more slightly edgy content
I’ve heard a lot of different things and hearing a drs opinion is great, could you also do one on pericings? Also preventing body acne from sports bras / work out stuff / swim suits
Edgy? Lol
@@UnburdenedByWhatHasBeen - Your TH-cam name is very funny in this context.
shall we do one wipe with soap and water, apply vaseline before sending the customer home?
I used a tanning bed. My tattoo has faded ALOT. I don't want to get it touched up because its so painful. Don't make the same mistake as me. Use sunscreen and stay out of tanning beds!
Yes! I’ve been waiting for this video for such a long time. Thanks Dr. Dray!
hope the tips were helpful
Dr Dray
It did. Thanks!
This is pretty much how I care for mine. I work in the medical field and have always found it “interesting” to hear of all the different methods out there for caring for tattoos while they are healing. There are a few popular products contains ingredients that I can’t imagine putting on a healing wound.
Any opinion on applying a product like Tegaderm? There are a few products for tattoos that are similar. My skin hates these, so I would never use them, but they are becoming popular.
Any recommendations on how to care for healing tattoos that are under clothes (of the loose-fitting variety)?
Thanks again for the video and for all the information you share with all of us on the internet!
I'm wondering about saniderm or tegaderm too. My artist used saniderm on my last tattoo and I liked it. I left it on for a few days. It didn't itch as much as normal.
I use coconut oil and Bepanthen interchangeably. The coconut oil really seems to jumpstart healing. I have two new tattoos and only use water, no soap, no shampoo. They're healing beautifully.
Wow very informative. I have a question and would love your opinion. Many tattoo artist are seeking petroleum-free and vegan alternatives to moisturizers. What do you think of HustleButter? It has fruit oils, aloe, and shea butter. Your thoughts??
If I have a facial tattoo, should I change my skin care routine? I use vitamin C serum, hyaluronic acid and moisturizer
When I got my latest tattoo they put like a clear plastic on it that made it not scab it's called saniderm I kept it on for 3 days and I took it off and had no scabs and then just put aquaphor on it everyday for like two weeks, it was my best healed tattoo!
I have been told in the past, not to apply any wound healing ointments so that the tattoo heal naturally and not accelerated????
Don’t use Vaseline or a wash cloth. Much more sanitary to use a paper towel to pat dry too.
Another pro tip: a moisturised tattoo looks brighter and better. I've noticed when I don't put any moisturiser on it looks dull.
I didn't use any cream . Went for a swim right after the new tattoo. Tattoo still healed amazing.
Happy Thursday! I've had a little tattoo for several years. I think you have to do your homework and do a little research to choose a good place. I followed the guidelines and I had no problems. Since I have it on the back of my shoulder, I can't see it! And I even forget that I have one!
Can you do a video on the effects of UV/LED lamps used in nail salons please?! Love your videos!!
An amazing product for tattoos and itching is the aveeno anti itch eczema balm!!!
Cover the tattoo at night too to avoid scratching when asleep. I catched myself once scratching my tattoo while in that phase of waking up and makes me wonder if I also scratched while asleep.
It’s not recommended to recover the tat what I do it I pat it and the itch goes away
iv had laser to try to get rid of my tattoo but still watching and liking. Love how Dr Dray covers so many topics for everyone
Thanks for keeping your content so fresh and relevant! Love to you and your Mom!
Aquaphor is the best thing for tattoo healing..
I have seven tattoos and LOVE them all.... I plan on getting another one very soon. Never had any problems with healing. My aftercare was Vaseline and Eucerin Advanced Repair.
I have a small tattoo in a place that's not visible to the world ;) and my tattoo artist (90s) was old school and put Nivea blue tin cream on it. It did the job, and did it well and I had it at home anyway because I used it for the face. It scabbed over on its own, and I let them fall off naturally. Gentle patted with a wet washcloth and re-upped on the cream until it healed. It's now 2020 and the colors are still as nice as on the day the scabs came off.
I healed my tattoo with a tegaderm medical bandage they gave me right after they tattooed it and they told me to leave it on for about 4 days then gently use dial antibacterial and lubriderm and it healed perfectly i wonder why the tegaderm helps so much aside from keeping bacteria out ?
What helps take off Tattoos
OMG, OMG, OMG. FINALLY!!!! THANK YOU DR. DRAY!!! VENEZUELA LOVES YOU!
Thanks for watching!
What are some products that would keep tattoos vibrant over time besides lotion?
Just watching this to comment that this is SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SET UP!!!!! Gorgeous. Love Dr Dray!
“I don’t recommend A+D ointment due to fragrance and the potential reaction that can mess up the healing of the wound and tattoo.”
Me looking at my new tattoo after using A+D twice a day 👁👄👁
Ashlyn Lundholm 😂
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I had permanent eyeliner done a few years ago & my cosmetic tattoo artist gave me a petroleum jelly product to apply with very similar instructions for aftercare. :-) Thanks Dr. D!
Dr Dray, Since our skin is sloughing off and renewing all the time, I don't understand how tattoos work. Why don't they rise to the surface and slough off?
Vicki Zeimen The ink goes past the epidermis (the layer that sloughs) to the dermal layer.
Do you have a deep meaning for not having a tattoo or do u just don't have one?
Piercing aftercare next please!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great timing! I'm getting a tattoo on my right side today! So glad for this video!
the video is not correct though, hope you know that by now💪🏼😂💚
Yesss! I’ve been waiting for your input on tattoo healing. I’ve started collecting tattoos for the past year (not during pandemic, of course). My way of healing is specifically using Aquaphor because that was what I was taught. And yes, I’ve also been told to air it out to scab purposely, which I always hated. It’s interesting that you focus on the fact that it can heal better when it’s moist. That sparks my interest in another common form of tattoo healing which is applying Saniderm (the same one for a couple day). I’ve been told it’s a way of “wet healing” with all the fluids resting with the tattoo. I’ve never done it because I’m skeptical about that. What do you think about the Saniderm method?
A fewer above your comment used that you could find the comment and specifically ask that person, they may answer you.
Dr Dray, I would be grateful if you could tell me how safe is tattoo removal - mainly regarding long term complications. (And maybe best equipment?)
My tattoo artist advised me not to touch or not to wash the tattoo... And not to pick any scabs... And not to use vaseline... It turned out fine
I’ve used Vaseline and coco butter for just about all my tattoos they didn’t fade cause of the Vaseline ,,, if you rub or pull on the scabbing can cause fading or if the needle depth is to deep ,
Is Vaseline as good as hydrocolloid dressings, such as Duoderm? In studies, hydrocolloid dressings have shown to be very effective in preventing scabs or drying of the wound.
Thanks! I was wondering, is it fine to apply AHA/BHA/Retinoids on tattoos?
i would use a light kind of hydrocortsione cream which is easily available - after washing the area down with water and keeping it clean, a small amount of cortisone will take away any itching as worked extremely well. vaseline is a sticky business which is why i dont use it.
it's ok to put a polysporin ointment on my tattoo after3days? tnx
Vaseline is probably the worst thing you can put on a tattoo, it's recommended to use an antiseptic cream like savlon or germolene
Hi Dr. Dray can you please do the best Avene moisturizers, since I loved and it really helped a lot the video you did about the Avene best cleansers. Thank you! Btw, new subscruber
Hi Dr. Dray! Could I use cerave healing ointment on a new tattoo instead of Vaseline or aquafor?
I'm a tattoo artist... I say to my customers to apply fragrance free panthenol based cream for 2 weeks after the session (Bepanthenol is the best here in Italy)! You're totally right...
Wish I would have had this info 20 yrs ago. I put some bacitracin on mine, which as it turns out I'm allergic to. Nothing like a weepy contact dermatitis on top of a wound 🙄
I was binge watching Inked and then dr Dray posted this🤯
I saw this a week ago, but I got tattooed yesterday and I’m rewatching ♥️
General question: When is it considered safe is it to return to working around a farm or hospital setting where you are exposed to animal and human excrement after having a tattoo aka open wound? Thanks I’m advance. Would a covering necessarily help?
My tattoo artist recommended cleaning it with antibacterial soap. Should I just use plain fragrance free soap instead? A lot of antibacterial soap I see have dyes.
Dr. Bronner's baby mild is the best
Baby soap, antibacterial is fine I am heavily tatted all over my body, also don’t use any thick ass lotions I typically use cerave or vanicream aquaphore is fine too and also after your tat heals make sure you put sunscreen on it from having it sun bleach and it makes the ink look vibrant longer
In general it's been advised that people stop using antibacterial soap because it's contributing to antibiotic resistance, and it's not any better than regular soap at killing bacteria anyway.
What about scarification?? What do you think about that:)
A good tattoo artist will tell you all this stuff to. But with all of my tattoos each artist has a slightly different healing method recomondation
Great videos. I love them. It would be possible to have a review of hair care products for dry, brittle hair. Thanks.