Is it bad to put alcohol on a tattoo?

Question

I got a tattoo 2 weeks ago...it's pretty much healed. It's just a little chapped, so I still need to apply lotion to it every now & then.

Well the problem is...I just got bit by a STUPID flea on my tattoo!!! =/ Everytime I get bit by a flea or mosquito, I put alcohol on it. But I'm not sure if it's bad to put alcohol on my tattoo.

& if I DO...if wouldn't be on the WHOLE thing. Just RIGHT over the bite.

Well hope you guys can help me. Thanx for the answers in advance! & thanx for reading the whole thing. =]

Answer 1

Yes it is bad to put alcohol on it. The alcohol will just dry it up..  

Answer 2

You could also find info on various sites. They usually include a beginner's guide to getting a tattoo and cover some of the most common concerns and questions when getting a tattoo.

This one is good too -

http://uthaan.tatfever.hop.clickbank.net

Answer 3

I can't say I've ever put alcohol on a tattoo. If I were you, I'd either put a little drop of neat tea tree oil on it, or put up with the itching!

Answer 4

i have two tattoos and ive always put on the a and d ointment..because i heard its bad to put alcohol on your tattoos because the ink can wear off