How long after getting a tattoo can I drink alcohol?

Tattoos are a hobby of many young people nowadays. Here we would like to remind everyone that you must not be casual about tattoos. First of all, you should be mentally prepared before getting a tattoo, because it is easy to regret after getting a tattoo, and it will be difficult to deal with regrets at that time. In addition, some professions prohibit tattoos, so you must consider your actual situation. You must also pay attention to related matters after getting a tattoo, such as the tattooed area cannot be exposed to water, and you cannot drink alcohol in the short term. So how long after a tattoo can you drink alcohol?

How long after getting a tattoo can I drink alcohol?

Essentially, there is no obvious impact, but when the tattoo scabs, the skin becomes dehydrated and it will appear very itchy. Alcohol will promote blood circulation, and the final result is that it is extremely itchy. Especially when sleeping, you may scratch unconsciously, which will greatly damage the integrity of the tattoo. . . . . If it's not absolutely necessary, don't drink it.

You cannot drink alcohol or eat spicy food before the tattoo heals. Generally, you can drink alcohol 10 days after the tattoo. Here are some things to keep in mind after getting a tattoo:

1. Remove the plastic wrap or gauze 5-7 hours after tattooing, and rinse the tattoo wound with warm water. Do not use soap or bath gel.

2. It is normal for the wound to ooze blood 1-2 days after tattooing. Do not apply external ointment at will and do not touch the wound with your hands.

3. Ensure that the wound is clean and dry. After taking a bath or after extensive exercise, use a dry paper towel to dry the moisture on the surface of the wound.

4. The wound should not be treated with alcohol or iodine. To prevent infection, an appropriate amount of trauma anti-inflammatory drugs can be taken orally.

5. Do not drink alcohol or eat spicy food before the wound heals. Swimming and sauna are prohibited (only warm water can be used for rinsing).

6. If the tattoo is itchy, scabs form, and the skin peels off a few days after the tattoo is completed, do not scratch the wound to avoid discoloration. Wear loose and comfortable clothes.

7. Pay attention to the hygiene of the wound. You must take a shower after getting a tattoo, and you should take a shower every day. But don't rub the skin of the tattoo hard when washing, because the purpose of bathing is to clean the exuded body fluids and residual ointments. However, be careful not to use irritating bath gels, soaps, etc. In addition, the bathing time should not be too long.

In this case, you can drink alcohol, but drinking alcohol will reduce your immunity and make you more susceptible to infection.

Guidance:

When taking antibiotics, you should avoid drinking alcohol, even chocolate with alcohol filling, and other foods and medicines containing alcohol, otherwise a disulfiram-like reaction may occur.