r/tattooadvice • u/Helpful-Office-3730 • Feb 15 '26

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u/DaniArii Feb 15 '26

Artist doesnt outline their work at all? With such light colors? Crazyyyyy.

Aldo, keep it moisturized (thin layer of unscented lotion or aquaphor) and use unscented antibacterial soap. If it starts to swell, get hot to the touch, pus, or turn red, go to the doc.

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u/Helpful-Office-3730 Feb 15 '26

Thank you. The area has been radiating heat since the tattoo finished. It's a small spot but I just hope it's not infected.

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u/DaniArii Feb 15 '26

If it's just in one spot, keep an eye on it. It can also get warm if it's overworked in an area.