Got new tattoo.....now the whole area is breaking out!?

Question

i just got a new tattoo on my shoulder about a week ago, now the entire shoulder area is covered with these like tiny little pimple things. How can i get rid of them???!!!

Answer 1

could be heat rash. i had that same problem

Answer 2

the same thing happened to me, if you are using any type of ointment discontinue the use of it, try using a fragrance free lotion. It's possible you might be having a reaction to the ink. don't worry it'll clear up in another week or two. if not go to a doctor

Answer 3

butter knife

Answer 4

Stop whatever you are using (ointment? Neosporin?)

You are having an allergic reaction to either a product that you are using, or to an ink (reds?)

Take Ibuprophen for at least 24 hrs.

Wash it with your antibacterial, and pat dry with paper towels, and try unscented Lubriderm

Do not pick at it. If it is from something like Neosporin, the pimples could possibly pull the color out, and you will need a touch up, possibly different colors.

Talk to your artist.

Good luck

Answer 5

You are most likely using an ointment that you are allergic to.  Wash all ointment off with an antibacterial soap, usually not dial because it's too harsh, and visit your tattoo artist.  If you pick at it or touch it then you are risking damage to your tattoo.  Your tattoo artist is going to have the best options for you and if there is any problem with the tattoo they will be the one to help you save it.  

I got a new one on my wrist a few weeks ago and I used a VERY light(too much will draw out the ink) amount of A & D ointment (found in the diaper isle) and wiped any excess off for the first two weeks.  It's almost done with the healing and looks great.  Now I use a little bit of non scented Lubriderm lotion to help with the dryness.

No matter what I seriously suggest you talk to your tattoo artist first!

Answer 6

I presume your artist used gloves- white or yellow colored maybe?

If so, may be latex gloves and may be an allergic reaction.

If you've reacted to latex before call your artist and ask if that is the glove type they used, then call your doc.