Things to note after tattoo removal

Many people like tattoos for various reasons, but after a period of time, they choose to erase the tattoos. In fact, tattoo removal is much more difficult than tattooing, and many people have to endure the pain. At present, many tattoos are removed through laser means. After the operation, you should pay attention to many things, such as a light diet and pay attention to the shape changes of the tattoo removal area. So, what are the precautions after tattoo removal?

1. After laser tattoo removal, medication should be used according to the wound condition

You must pay attention to the use of medication after laser tattoo removal. Since the size of each person's tattoo is different, the size of the wound after laser tattoo removal is also different. After laser tattoo removal, you need to look at the size of the wound. If the wound is large, you can apply burn ointment over a large area. Small wounds can be repaired by applying aloe vera gel.

2. It is normal for color to reverse after laser tattoo removal

After laser tattoo removal, there will be a color reversal phenomenon. Because of the influence of individuals and pigments, some people will experience skin breakage, bleeding and blisters. These are normal phenomena after laser tattoo removal. If the blisters are small, no treatment is required as long as the epidermis of the blisters is not abraded. If the blister is large, you need to use a fully effective needle to prick it, drain the water in the blister, and then apply anti-inflammatory medicine.

3. Don’t worry if there is swelling after laser tattoo removal

There will be a small area of ​​swelling after laser tattoo removal. This is a normal phenomenon and will generally disappear on its own within 3 to 5 days without any treatment. If you want to promote the disappearance of swelling, it is recommended to use aloe vera gel to shorten the duration of swelling.

4. Pay attention to sun protection after laser tattoo removal

You need to pay attention to sun protection after laser tattoo removal. The skin after laser treatment is more fragile and sensitive. Ultraviolet radiation can cause skin allergies, pigmentation, etc. Therefore, you must actively protect yourself from the sun one month after laser tattoo removal.

5. Do not eat dark foods after laser tattoo removal

You should not eat dark foods after laser tattoo removal. This is because new granulation tissue will grow during the healing process of the wound. The new granulation tissue is generally pink. If you eat dark foods during the wound recovery period, it will cause pigment precipitation, which means that scars will appear after laser tattoo removal. Therefore, you need to eat a light diet for one month after laser tattoo removal. Do not eat dark foods such as coffee, chocolate, soy sauce, etc.

6. Do not take anti-inflammatory drugs after laser tattoo removal

Do not take aspirin-type anti-inflammatory drugs after laser tattoo removal, because taking anti-inflammatory drugs will have a certain impact on the effect of laser tattoo removal. If you find symptoms of inflammation after laser tattoo removal, it is recommended to go to the hospital first and use the medicine correctly under the doctor's advice.