The needles are attached to a handheld device that works like a sewing machine. As the needles move up and down, they repeatedly pierce your skin. The type of pain depends on what the artist is doing.
For example, you may feel stinging when your artist adds outlines or fine details. The length of your session will also determine what you feel. Longer sessions, which are required for large and intricate pieces, are more painful. In this case, your artist may divide your session into two- or three-hour sittings. The least sensitive areas are fleshy parts with more muscle and skin. Areas with few nerve endings are also less sensitive.
Bony areas with little fat and many nerve endings are the most sensitive. After your session, your tattoo might keep oozing blood for up to two days. NSAIDs can thin your blood, which may increase bleeding and slow healing. Typically, the outer layer of your skin will heal in two to three weeks. The deeper layers can take up to six months.
Good tattoo aftercare will promote proper healing and reduce the risk of infection. Work on slow breathing techniques, meditation apps can be a really great tool. I would recommend being as healthy as possible leading up to the tattoo, get a good nights sleep, mentally prepare and eat a hearty healthy breakfast.
Also wear comfortable loose clothing, bring a blanket, slippers, dressing gown, pillow or anything that will help you be comfortable. For every challenge encountered there is an opportunity for growth. Before I knew it, I was blurting out, "could you do an octopus? By that point, the pain didn't matter. I needed that octopus on my body. That tattoo represented breaking free from my old inhibited personality and buttoned-up lifestyle and becoming a force of nature like that creature. So, last December, I booked a consultation with Sue.
Despite all the thought I gave to the design, I didn't give much to the process itself, other than googling "how to make tattoos less painful. Here are some things I discovered — and probably should've learned earlier. You two are co-creating something that'll be on your body forever, so it's okay to be selective. In fact, you should be. A good tattoo artist won't just discuss the technical stuff. They'll have a conversation to understand your personality, your concerns, and what design fits you.
Sue and I talked about all the changes going on in my life, and I can see them reflected in the wildness of my octopus, which makes me love it even more. She recommends paying attention to little things like how smoothly the appointment scheduling process goes and how friendly the person who greets you in the shop is. Many tattoo artists will offer consultations before you get your tattoo, so take advantage of that.
Make sure you're comfortable asking questions and voicing what you want. I initially considered switching to a simpler design, like just a few lines in an octopus shape, but Sue encouraged me to tell her exactly what was in my heart before bringing in logistical considerations.
I described a fierce-looking animal with its tentacles wrapped around a ship's sails. Once I articulated that vision, I knew a few lines wouldn't do. If you don't have a clear idea of what you want, Sue recommends going with something simple to minimize pain your first time. But if you feel strongly about a design, don't compromise it. In hindsight, most people don't regret putting up with extra pain for a design they love.
Getting a new tattoo can be daunting, as pain is usually a significant part of the process. Taking Tylenol before getting inked is a great idea, as it helps alleviate the pain to take the edge off. This drug is an analgesic and works by changing the way your body perceives pain. Apart from following the drug instructions and taking the recommended dosage, we advise you to check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any doubts. Make sure not to overuse this drug, as it can cause health issues such as liver disease and other side-effects.
For people wanting a little extra assistance for dealing with the pain, a good tattoo numbing cream can really help to take the edge off.
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