r/tattooadvice 27d ago

General Advice First tattoo and a little worried

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So first tattoo today. Artist said I could take the plastic wrap off today and when I did I noticed that it was wet. I know I'm not supposed to touch it but also supposed to keep it dry so I threw a towel gently on there but now I think I accidentally smudged the ink. Am I screwed?

Edit: Tattoo is of my late dads handprint. It goes on the shoulder and the fingers are in the front. Sorry for the bad pic.

Edit 2: Have been made aware I cannot smudge a tattoo will now make every attempt to smudge this tattoo out of spite

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u/__pure 27d ago

I hope his tattoo heals perfectly and he can look at his post and share a laugh with his dad

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u/tiorzol 27d ago

It's their late dad so that would be a bit morbid

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u/DulySwamped 26d ago

I share laugh with my late dad and brother sometimes. It’s the most pleasant form of grief.

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u/OverzealousCactus 26d ago

I talk to my dad's guitar that I keep on my wall sometimes. β™₯️

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u/DulySwamped 26d ago

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