you could try switching brands. i’ve had multiple tattoos and only once did it ever burn and that only lasted for about 2 days. it was the latest addition to my back piece and i had used the same lotion when i had the first portion done. i was using vaseline intensive rescue, which is hypoallergenic and unscented lotion. in my opinion the burning…[Read more]

the scabbing and flaking is normal. you will see ink with the flakes but it shouldn’t do any harm to your tat. do not pick at the scabs and do not pick any lose flakes that are still connected. once everything has flaked off and you think your tattoo isn’t as vibrant as it should be then go back to the artist. hopefully he will retouch it at no…[Read more]

the scabbing and flaking is normal. you will see ink with the flakes but it shouldn’t do any harm to your tat. do not pick at the scabs and do not pick any lose flakes that are still connected. once everything has flaked off and you think your tattoo isn’t as vibrant as it should be then go back to the artist. hopefully he will retouch it at no…[Read more]