The consequences of tattoos - possible contraindications and complications, what to weigh when making a decision

Dangers of tattoos

Applying a tattoo is dangerous and quite painful process, which in some cases can bring a lot of harm to a person's health. Unfortunately, not everyone is fully aware and understands that in addition to beauty, there are some dangers in tattoos.

Each person's pain threshold is different, so not everyone is able to endure the pain. You can get a tattoo only if you do not have any health problems and medical contraindications.

Tattooing process

In the process of tattooing, a specialized device is used: a tattoo machine. A needle is thrust into a person's skin and a special ink pigment is injected. Needles should be used only disposable, because at the place of tattooing wounds are formed, the period of healing which depends largely on the speed of regeneration of the skin and the size of the image itself.

The use of disposable needles allows to avoid the risk of blood infection. Besides it is necessary to pay attention to sterility of ink, the master must use disposable paint pots.

The cause of special danger of tattooing can be paint, nowadays none of the state bodies regulates the production of paints for tattoos. Therefore, manufacturers can add various harmful substances.

Types of pigments

There are several types of pigments that are used in tattoo paints:

• surgical plastic microgranules - have a high cost, durable and distinguished by the saturation of color;
• Mineral - do not cause allergies. Have in their composition plant components and minerals;
• vegetable and organic - rare in use, causing allergies, poorly soluble, paint can change color under the influence of ultraviolet rays.

Pigments can cause allergic reactions depending on the characteristics of the human body and skin sensitivity. The most dangerous can be considered the fact of manifestation of Quincke's edema.

Low-quality paints contain toxic substances that may cause following diseases: eye cancer, laryngeal cancer, leukemia, brain cell damage, kidney, liver, cardiac arrhythmia, infertility, nervous system disorder.

Are there safe paints? Yes. And often the high-quality paints cost a lot, so when you go to the master, and at a low declared cost of the work - ask the name of the paint, and thoroughly investigate information about them on the Internet or consult with masters of other tattoo parlors.

Consequences after tattooing

Be ready to face some consequences after you have tattooed. And it is better to be aware of them in advance:

• A prolonged healing process. If the wounds at the tattoo site take a long time to heal, it's possible that a process can begin in which the skin rejects the ink. This can trigger the formation of a large wound, which not only affects the tattoo, but also the body area.
• Personal frustration. You may simply not like the look of the tattoo after healing. Unfortunately, the only way to remove any imperfections is to either completely or partially remove it with a laser and overlay the design.
• Conviction. Not everyone likes tattoos, be prepared to face criticism.
• Dress code. Unfortunately, few companies hire people who have tattoos in prominent places on the body. In many cases - the picture will have to hide.

The importance of the choice of the place of application

Given that not everyone can tolerate pain, many are still wary and do not do tattoos. However, regardless of the pain threshold, there are areas of the body that are the most painful: the face, head, neck, lower extremities, elbows, inner side of the arms and ribs.

The peculiarity of these body areas is that these places contain a small amount of subcutaneous fat, so it is perceived more acutely.

Observe the safety rules

If you still decided to score a tattoo, then you should know how a flawless process of drawing should take place:

• First of all, the master washes his hands;
• the place where the tattoo is applied is washed and disinfected, in case there is any hair on the skin - they are shaved off;
• the master in your presence must begin to use new gloves and a mask, if necessary;
• all accessories must be opened in front of you, especially needles;
• initially drawing on the body is done with a disposable needle;
• the outline is washed;
• in the case of a tattoo in color, the master must open new cans of paint;
• if the wound begins to bleed - the blood is wiped only with sterile tampons with antiseptic;
• after the completion of the process, the tattoo is washed and a bandage is applied.

First of all, you will need to choose a professional specialist. Every self-respecting master and responsible for his reputation - will never use substandard paints and materials. You will need to follow all the rules for the care of the skin area. Incorrect care can cause not the most pleasant consequences.

Benefits of tattoos

Where there are cons, there are pros. Some scientists believe that the owners of naked pictures have a stronger immunity, as their body is able to fight infection much faster.

In addition, there is a strengthening of the immune system with each subsequent tattoo.Scientists also found that in places where there are tattoos, the level of sweating is less.

Ask yourself a few questions and answer yourself: "Do you need a tattoo?", "Are you ready to face the consequences?", "Will you be able to correct the situation in case of failure?" And there can be many such questions. Often many people get a tattoo without thinking, and after all the picture then for a lifetime decorates the human body.

If you are determined to get a tattoo, then take the responsibility in choosing a tattoo salon and the master, addressing only to the checked and qualified specialists.