What are the consequences of tattoos? Few people ask themselves this question before going to the master. But in vain! Despite the popularity of the procedure, many still do not know all the features of its application. Therefore, before you get a tattoo, think about the possible consequences.
Types of tattoos
- Classic - a drawing made by inserting a needle with a coloring pigment to a shallow depth. The paint is applied by a special machine, which, after piercing the skin, splashes the paint. Getting rid of such a picture is quite difficult, so recently young people have been choosing the following option.
- Temporary tattoos. A special paint is applied to the skin, which eventually fades and completely disappears. But there is one drawback: the process of lightening the pigment takes place gradually, so for a certain time you will have to walk with a faded pattern. In addition, no one gives guarantees for complete disappearance. There were times when the trace remained for many years.
You can also hear about temporary tattoos without the introduction of paint under the skincover. It's about mehendi. These pictures are not considered tattoos, they are practically harmless and wash off within a few days.
What are the dangers of tattoos: the opinion of experts
According to the research conducted by scientists, it was found that the paint used for tattoos contains many harmful substances. For example, in red - mercury sulfide, in other shades - titanium, chromium, lead and cadmium. But the most dangerous is considered blue, which contains cob alt and aluminum.
Equipment can be the reason for the negative effects of tattoos. It can be used to infect and provoke the emergence and development of diseases such as HIV, hepatitis B and C, skin cancer. It is also forbidden to fill drawings near moles.
The list of unfortunate consequences continues to damage muscle tissue. Therefore, doctors strongly recommend that you be especially careful when choosing a tattoo parlor.
Let's look at the most important dangers
- Infection. Many may argue that the presence of non-sterile equipment or a dirty needle in a tattoo parlor is a real nonsense. Indeed, if you choose a proven institution, then the likelihood of infection is minimal. But do not forget that the skin after stuffing the pattern is an open wound. The slightest mistake during care - and the consequences of the tattoo will not be the most pleasant.
- Paint. Unfortunately, pigments are not controlled by the he alth authorities, and therefore they do not undergo any research, such as drugs. Unscrupulous craftsmen sometimes introduce paintindustrial use, and no one was interested in their effect on human he alth when administered subcutaneously. This means one thing - it is impossible to predict the reaction to the pigment.
Is it true that tattoos harm women more than men
No matter how much feminists fight for gender equality, our bodies are completely different. What is a trifle for a man is a big problem for a woman, and this also applies to the place where tattoos are made. For example, in the lumbar region. The fact is that the pattern stuffed in this place makes it difficult to diagnose diseases of the small pelvis. Therefore, women with tattoos on the lower back are often advised not to have an MRI, because due to the presence of metals in the paint, the process will be very painful and the result will be unreliable.
Furthermore, with a drawing on the lower back, epidural anesthesia is not done, which is necessary for childbirth and caesarean section.
Patterns on the buttocks often cause a negative effect on local immunity. As a result, the risk of cystitis and urinary tract infections increases. According to unofficial statistics, women with tattoos on their lower back, inner and outer thighs are the most frequent visitors to gynecologists.
Special attention should be paid to the tattoos on the chest. Of course, not a single professional master will fill the drawing and generally affect the nipple area, since the skin in this place is very delicate, and the pigment does notcan be distributed evenly.
According to doctors, tattoos on the chest can undermine the immune system, which is responsible for the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. In addition, if you are allergic or the owner of sensitive skin, then such drawings can "give" skin diseases such as dermatitis or eczema.
Can the consequences be avoided?
Initially, you need to check whether the salon has a medical license and how accurately the sterilization rate of each instrument used is observed. Needles and each consumable must be disposable.
Processing equipment consists of steps such as:
- Ultrasonic treatment.
- Installing the instruments for 30 minutes in the Lysetol solution.
- Hour sterilization in a dry oven.
Despite the control of the above measures, the risk of infection through the skin still exists. According to statistics, 1/3 of clients of salons and private masters faced the consequences of tattoos. Most often, the reason was that the drawing was stuffed by people who do not have the right to carry out this activity and without special tools.
Often a complication is an allergy to a particular paint. Black ink is especially dangerous because it contains paraphenylenediamine. In addition, according to studies, they still contain arsenic, and as you know, this component can provoke cancer.
Consequencesimproper tattoo care
Needle injury causes inflammation, which is a natural defensive reaction. The duration of pain depends on the location and size of the tattoo. On average, the process lasts up to 10 days, followed by healing. To prevent the occurrence of a secondary infection, the following rules should be observed:
- Do not touch, let alone pick at the resulting crust. Avoid friction with clothing, washcloth.
- The negative effects of a tattoo can result from improper care or lack thereof. Most often this leads to inflammation. Moreover, an experienced master will understand by the pale shade of paint and other external factors how the work he did healed.
- Manufacturers give a 15-year guarantee for the durability of the shade. But you should know that the mascara that you have in your skin is an organic product that can fade in the sun. Therefore, in order to avoid negative consequences, be sure to protect a fresh tattoo with special sunscreen.
- The first few weeks it is recommended to refrain from swimming in pools, saunas, ponds.
What is the connection between tattoos and alcohol?
Before the procedure, it is strictly forbidden to drink alcohol due to the fact that they dilate blood vessels. During stuffing, the needle touches them, and minor bleeding occurs. With dilated blood vessels, it will be much more difficult to stop the bleeding.
In addition, alcohol increases blood pressure, andthis leads to the activation of blood vessels. Result: washing out of the dye from the skin.
Conclusion
If you decide to get yourself a tattoo, be sure to follow the recommendations listed so that the process goes without consequences and with minimal pain.
Choose well-established and large tattoo parlors, and allergy sufferers consult a doctor first.
And in the end I would like to remind you that views change throughout life. And again, according to statistics, a considerable percentage of people eventually want to get rid of a stuffed pattern that has been pleasing to the eye for several years. The tattoo removal procedure is very painful, and after it there are reminders in the form of scratches and scars. Especially girls who strive for a perfect body should pay attention to this.
Take care of your he alth. Before you go to the tattoo parlor, deciding to embellish your appearance, think carefully and weigh the pros and cons of this procedure. And the latter, as you already understood, are many, and, unfortunately, they lead to sad consequences.
