- Sep 20, 2007
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Came with saranwrap, took it off after the first few hours.
Always heard once you take the initial wrap off not to wrap it again
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Always heard once you take the initial wrap off not to wrap it again
- Dec 23, 2009
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Mine was covered by saranwrap after each session. Kept it on for 24 hours and then showered a couple times a day for a week, with lots of Hustle Butter applied for the first couple weeks to cut down on drying out and itchiness.
- Sep 20, 2007
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Damn multiple showers a day
I’m avoiding hot shower water on mine (always have) and washing it 3 times a day right now with unscented soap
It’s how I did my other tattoos as well, I think the placement of this just makes me paranoid about infection. I can’t rest my arm really anywhere without it touching clothing, blankets, etc
- May 10, 2009
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I been wanting to get something but no space. Don’t want to do the front of my legs
- Dec 23, 2009
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I mean mine is upper arm and chest. Clothes always on it
I tried to stay with workout clothes that didn't stick like cotton, and not sleep on that side of my body. Didn't get any infections. Just kept it clean and moisturized, and it was fine in 3-4 weeks after each session.
mplsdunk
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- May 25, 2004
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I always took the wrap off fairly quickly or I'd swell up too much.
wash with non scented soap, a+d for two days then switch to non scented lotion. no issues.
wash with non scented soap, a+d for two days then switch to non scented lotion. no issues.
Beans
formerly beans718
- Apr 6, 2003
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Working on my 2nd sleeve.. doing framed american traditional. I'll post pics once its complete.
- Sep 20, 2007
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You sound like you do the same as me
I usually do A&D for 4-5 days tho so Super Bowl Sunday I’ll be making the switch. I think I’ll be safe to loosen up on my paranoia once I get to the lotion and peeling. Obviously I won’t be dragging it in dirt or touching gym equipment with it, but I’m overly cautious rn
mplsdunk
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- May 25, 2004
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once it’s peeling you know you’re in the home stretch.
I hate the new raw part of it.
I hate the new raw part of it.
Remy LeBeau
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Healing is the worst part of the tattoo process.
After going to my current artist, I keep it simple with the care. Wash it 2-3x a day with antibacterial soap and only apply unscented lotion as needed so it doesn't completely dry out. I don't do ointments or anything.
As long as you're wearing clean cotton clothing you should be ok. I take extra caution the first night or so because sticking can occur with the minimal bleeding/plasma but that's it.
After going to my current artist, I keep it simple with the care. Wash it 2-3x a day with antibacterial soap and only apply unscented lotion as needed so it doesn't completely dry out. I don't do ointments or anything.
As long as you're wearing clean cotton clothing you should be ok. I take extra caution the first night or so because sticking can occur with the minimal bleeding/plasma but that's it.
- Jan 4, 2014
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Tryna to get a spot in with this dude to do my left sleeve. Really love this heavy black style, see a bunch of Mexican artists from CA doing it.
Beruseruku Desu
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Beruseruku Desu
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Remy LeBeau
formerly carbon16
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That style is dope and will look good for a long time.
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This dude's shading is nice
- May 13, 2001
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Always been a fan of the heavy black!
- Jul 21, 2012
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Ok....How bad is the inner bicep??? I have my whole outer arm from top of my shoulder down done and it's time to finish up this sleeve.
- Dec 23, 2009
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Worst pain I had for my sleeve/chest:
1. Around the nip
2. Collarbone
3. Inner bicep/armpit tie
All of those spots had me *tense*. Nip legit hurt. Collarbone and inner bicep were more than uncomfortable but bearable for a short time. Tricep and shoulder were a breeze comparatively.
mplsdunk
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Inner bicep sucks
- Jul 18, 2012
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ill add sternum to this list and close to the elbow also sucks
Remy LeBeau
formerly carbon16
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It ain't that bad. When you get close to the armpit you'll feel pain directly in your armpit because of the nerves. Bring some snacks with sugar in them and you'll be fine.
Elbow was the worst part of my sleeves by far.
- Oct 8, 2007
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Inner bicep sucks! I didn't even go that far into the armpit and it hurt like a mother.
And the last part of my sleeve is my elbow area and I haven't even had the balls to do it, let alone pay over $1K to finish it. I am actually contemplating just leaving it complete which is kind of a sad thing to say but whatever.
And the last part of my sleeve is my elbow area and I haven't even had the balls to do it, let alone pay over $1K to finish it. I am actually contemplating just leaving it complete which is kind of a sad thing to say but whatever.
- Dec 23, 2009
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There's a reason those aren't in my list
One day I might extend my sleeve past my elbow but it'll be a while.
- Jul 21, 2012
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I've got my outer elbow done and it was at the point in my session when I didn't care anymore because everything felt the same lol. I was just like whatever...keep going, my whole arm is on fire anyway.
- Feb 24, 2013
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Don’t have my torso done as I’m completing a patchwork leg sleeve. Most recently got my inner thigh close to my kneecap and shin done. Shin definitely didn’t feel pleasant
