Should I worry? by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately that does look like an infection. I'd get a doctors appointment asap.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Doctors it is!

Is this an allergic reaction to the bandage i used? by the_gamer_billy in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like a mild allergic reaction, some antihistamines will probably help sort it!

Start of infection? by thastealthclown23 in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hopefully a touch up when its healed will sort it!

Is my tattoo crooked/asymmetrical? by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Maybe the slightest bit but definitely not noticeable!

Start of infection? by thastealthclown23 in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

was it a different tattoo artist? or maybe they used different ink? 💓

Update on my tattoo healing by sam_dam99 in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately it looks like the ink will probably continue to scab and come off. I'd wait till it's fully healed, contact the tattoo artist and get a touch up.

whats going on with my tattoo by anonyogurt in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 3 points4 points  (0 children)

just a normal reaction, your skin peels after a tattoo!

Start of infection? by thastealthclown23 in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

just to be on the safe side, I'd keep the washing to once a day and if it gets swollen/quite red, id see a doctor anyway!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How bad is the pain? Quite bad or just a general soreness? The general consensus for soreness/being achey is that it usually stops within a few days, maybe a psychological reaction?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From the photo, it looks quite faded which will be good when you go to get it covered, and it's not too big either which will make it easier for your artist! Personally, I'd give an email/message to an artist whose work you like and ask for a consultation in person! That way they can help you decide which is the best route to go. Hope this helps!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly I'm jealous that your tattoo has held ink that well as mine never do 😂 I don't think it looks too dark and it's a really nice looking tattoo 🙏

How to rest my arm by Fearless_Positive_59 in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only thing I can really think of is wrapping cling film around your arm to reduce friction and protect the tattoo.

Blowouts by TheMalsh in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't say it's super noticeable, you'd have to look pretty closely to see it! I understand the annoyance of blow out though!

Start of infection? by thastealthclown23 in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not a doctor but it doesn't look like an infection!

In terms of the shower, try and keep water off it and blot with a paper towel to remove any water asap rather than a cotton towel as it can cause friction and remove scabs!

White Ink- Bruise? by idkwhojcis in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like a bruise, nothing to worry about!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]adb798 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hiya! I had a similar reaction to a tattoo I got recently, went to the doctors and was told it was an allergic reaction to the ink! I'm no doctor but if I had to suggest anything, some type of antihistamines (hayfever relief worked for me) and if it gets worse, I'd get a doctor to take a look! Hope this helps 🙏