Tattoos and summer. A not very good combination although on which too many urban legends and erroneous beliefs weigh. On Tatuantes we have spoken on more than one occasion about the tattoo healing process. With the arrival of the heat it is already common to see the first bathers and people who decide to spend Sunday on the beach to sunbathe. That is why I would like to comment on some tips and details to keep in mind if you have just had a tattoo.
In the first place we must start from the basis that a freshly done tattoo it is a wound on the skin. The healing process of the tattoo takes several weeks and during that time we must exercise extreme caution if it is summer. The first thing is to avoid bathing, either on the beach or in a pool (even if it is from our own home). We will have to wait 15 days to be able to take a bath without risk. In addition, with the heat the problems of dryness in the skin are accentuated. We must be careful and keep the tattoo area well hydrated with a specific cream or oil for it.
What if I didn't just get a tattoo but I already have tattoos?
If it is the case that you are going to go to the beach and have one or more tattoos, what precautions should you take? Well, the first thing is to use a maximum graduation sunscreen and avoid exposing yourself to the sun for many hours at a time. This way we will maintain the vivid colors of the tattoo for a longer period of time.
Is summer a good time to take a bath?
Although I would like to answer this question in a separate article (which we are already preparing), it must be said that summer is not a bad time to get a tattoo. However, we must take into account the inconveniences that we will have if we decide to get a tattoo at this time of year. Greater care with the sun or not being able to bathe will be some of the impediments. Still, there is no increased risk for getting a tattoo in June, July or August. If you are a person who would not mind spending a few weeks without enjoying a swim in the sea or the pool. Go ahead, you will not have problems.
Hello, two days ago I arrived from the beach and I would like to know if I could get a tattoo and if it will hurt the area of my back
It will hurt, your back has many nerve endings, there are people who even get dizzy. But it is a bearable pain.
If you don't have sun-damaged or irritated skin, Yes
Hello, I got a tattoo on my leg two days ago and today I went to the beach, he sells me the part of the tattoo and I got a little wet, what will happen to the tattoo?
Hello Ezee, if after getting your tattoo wet on the beach you have washed it and re-cured the cream for its healing, nothing should happen (and even more so if it is a small tattoo). However, it is not ideal. It is important to avoid the beach, pool or gym for two weeks after getting a tattoo.
Hi, I got a tattoo 10 days ago and it's starting to get hot. Can I go to the beach now or do I have to wait longer?
Hello Oihane, if the tattoo is not very big you can go. But remember to protect it very well from the sun and clean it when you finish bathing on the beach. Do not forget to continue using the healing or moisturizing cream that you are using. All the best!
Hi, I got a new tattoo
And in about 12 days I'll go on vacation
And my question is if I can go swimming or if something happens?
The tattoo is not very large is about 14 cm
Hi Luis, I don't think you have problems. Use high sun protection, do not expose the tattoo too much to the sun directly and remember to cure it every time you finish a day at the beach and apply the relevant moisturizer.
Hello, I got a tattoo today and in 4 days I will go to the beach. It is above the ankle and is about 10 cm, what recommendations do you give me to prevent it from getting infected?
Hello today is Thursday and I am ready to do a small tattoo. Two rather small ones in one on my finger and the other on my wrist. What happens is that on Saturday I have an event on the beach with my doctrine. I'm not going to go to the beach but do I have to cover my tattoo with something long sleeves? And sunscreen or as a doctor told me sunscreen
Hello, it turns out that on Monday I get a tattoo but small, a date in Roman numerals above the elbow, and I want to go to the beach the same day…. is it risky or bad for the tattoo? Or if I hydrate it, no problem?
Hello, on June 3, I got a tattoo and I want to go to the beach on June 24, will it be possible now?
Hello, I got a somewhat big tattoo on June 28, my question is can I go to the beach for next weekend and bathe and sunbathe?
Hello!!! I get a couple of tattoos this Saturday and I wanted to know if I can enter the solarium with them covered with gauze or is it convenient for me to wait a few days? And if you go to the beach to sunbathe, should you cover them or just give high protection? Thanks!
I got a tattoo 9 days ago, the scab has already fallen off and I avoided the beach and the sun. Will I be able to go to the beach now?
They already gave the recommendations of after an tatto to wait at least 15 days to be able to swim in a pool or the sea, because they ask if I have already mentioned the care I think it is already under their responsibility
Hello, I want to know if I can get into seawater, my tattoo has 6 days to do it.