Tattoos are more than just a work of art that you display proudly on your body. They are an investment in yourself, and a valuable form of self-expression. Whether you have a colorful tattoo wrapped around your arm, or a small black tattoo in a discreet location, you will want to keep your tattoo looking its brightest and best. Fortunately, a good skin care routine can help with that!
At the New York Institute of Beauty, our Esthetics instructors find that these tips can help you keep your tattoo looking bright and new:
Exfoliate Your Skin Regularly
Exfoliating your skin eliminates the dead, dry cells from your body, and allows fresh skin cells to grow in that place. This can keep your tattoo looking fresh and vivid. You have two options for exfoliating:
- Professional treatments. Estheticians can provide you with professional exfoliating treatments, such as microdermabrasion.
- At-home treatments. You can use products, such as the Thermafoliant Body Scrub from Dermalogica, to exfoliate at home in between your professional treatments.
Regular exfoliation is one of the best preventative treatments you can use on your skin, and it is an easy way to preserve the vibrant colors of your tattoo.
Avoid Skin Care Products with Concentrated Lighteners
There are skin care products on the market that include concentrated lighteners that are designed to brighten, enhance or improve your natural skin tone. While these products have their uses, they are not the best option for you if you have a dark-pigmented tattoo or permanent makeup on your face. These products can actually diminish the color of your tattoo and impact its overall appearance.
Wear Sunscreen to Protect Your Tattoos
Not only should you be wearing sunscreen every day in order to protect the health of your skin, but you also should be applying it over any tattoos that you have on your body. Sunscreen that includes the right amount of SPF and zinc will protect your tattoo from the dulling effects of the sun’s harmful rays. One solid sunscreen option for people who have tattoos is Invisible Physical Defense from Dermalogica.
When you take care of your skin, you will simultaneously be taking care of your tattoo, allowing it to look bright, colorful and sharp for years to come.
For more information about skin care treatments and products, contact the Esthetics experts at the New York Institute of Beauty today. Keep up with the latest beauty trends, take advantage of their monthly specials and live events by following NYIB on Instagram and Facebook!
