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There’s nothing like unveiling a crisp tattoo design and wearing it with pride.
Unfortunately, tattoo blowout cannot be fixed unless it is removed.
However, it can be prevented.
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Read on for their insight on the matter.
Meet the Experts
What Is Tattoo Blowout?
“It is easily identified by the blurring effect on the surface of the tattoo.”
How Does Tattoo Blowout Happen?
When the instruments or pigment used to make the tattoo contain infectious organisms, infection can result.
Allergic reactions can occur to tattoo pigment, particularlyredtattoo pigment.
This may mean living with a blown-out tattoo for two weeks, if not longer.
Tattoo Removal
Another way to handle tattoo blowout is with lasers.
Consider Tattoo Placement
It may also be helpful to pay attention tothe placementof your tattoo.
If youre worried about the possibility of a blurry tattoo, consider placing the design somewhere with thicker skin.
Its also important to avoid scratching the area, according to Nesheva.
Avoid stretching and pulling the tattooed skin, says Nesheva.
Stretching and pulling can promote spreading of the ink beyond tattoo lines, which can create the blowout effect.
Blowouts are prevented on the artist’s end, says Crys.
Do your research and ask for [a portfolio of the] artist’s fully healed tattoos.
And no matter what, take care of your tattoo!
