When it comes to tattoos, we expect that they always look like they have just been done. However, one small mistake can make them fade faster and ruin your appearance.
It seems to be becoming more and more common for people to refresh their tattoos a few months after getting one. The colors can look a little faded, which leads many to get touch-ups done. So many increase the investment in these tattoos. While this is not wrong, the more tattoos, the more complicated it will be to make them all look flawless.
However, the fading of tattoos is by no means normal. Tattoos can last quite a long time with a perfect look and no fading. At least as long as they are protected and we don’t make a crucial mistake that has to do with the rapid deterioration of tattoos: exposure to the sun.
Tattoos and UV rays
Most tattoos are in places that are normally exposed to the sun. According to tattoo experts, there is nothing worse for tattooed skin than UV rays. These are absorbed by the skin and break down the pigment particles in the tattoo, which then get into the blood. In fact, this process is similar to laser tattoo removal in that it breaks up the particles and removes the tattoo from the skin.
The tattoo is usually located under two layers of skin, with the top layer being a filter between the pigment and the sun, but the darker the skin gets from the UV rays, the more the colors will fade. However, this does not mean that you should only avoid long sunbathing, but that this damage can also occur with daily exposure to the sun. When the sun hits the tattoos directly, they tend to lose their color over time and you will need to go for touch ups.
In general, it is recommended not to expose a freshly made tattoo to the sun for the same reason, as the damage can be more serious here. Because it’s an open wound, it can burn faster, which can result in a bad looking tattoo.
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Tips to keep your tattoo from fading
Use sunscreen to keep your tattoos from harm. The product should have between 30 and 50 SPF so that it can block both UVA and UVB rays that burn the skin. Also, always provide your tattoos with enough moisture so that they look good for a long time.
In general, it is also advisable to wear clothes over tattoos to protect them from the sun and only allow them to come into their own when you are not in direct sunlight. However, this can be a nuisance for those who want to flaunt them around the clock, so it is best to get some sunscreen.
Another tip to avoid problems with new tattoos and the sun is to try to get them stung during the winter to reduce the amount of sun on your skin. You can also consider which parts of the body are best to get tattooed on. So, if you don’t want to go to have your tattoo freshened up every six months, consider these tips.
