You might see discharges appearing and your tattoo might look “smudged“ under second skin. It is totally normal.
When our body is healing, it can release certain things to help protect us - in the case of tattoos, it'll be a version of plasma. That's why your tattoo got blurry underneath the saniderm. The plasma is completely sterile and considered helpful for healing tattoos as it can help prevent a scab from forming.
You should not have second skin on at all. It does not help healing. It prolongs the time frame. Your tattoo needs to dry more than second skin will allow. Not bone dry but it should not be wet like it is with a second skin applied.
As new skin grows over the wound it looks cloudy, like looking at something through frosted glass. It's called silver skin and is a natural part of the body's healing. Keep using your lotion and you should see over time that the shininess goes and the detail comes back up.
Poor aftercare Not taking proper aftercare precautions could also contribute to patchiness; picking scabs off your new tattoo, swimming or submerging it in the bath, exposing it to UV rays while it's still in the early stages of healing could all lead to ink loss and patchiness.
Your tattoo will still be weeping some ink/blood/other fluid for the first day or so. This discharge can get stuck under the bandage and cause it to look blurry or even like there is a thick colored film over the entire area.
Ink smudging can occur for various reasons, such as using the wrong paper, ink, or printer settings, or not allowing enough drying time. Fortunately, there are some tips and tricks you can follow to prevent ink smudging and ensure your print quality.
Once applied, leave your SecondSkin on for 3-5 days. I will give you a more specific range at your session. During this time your tattoo will start to look different under the SecondSkin. Lines might appear blurred or colors might look darker.
Back is Best: Whenever possible, try sleeping on your back to relieve pressure on your tattoo. This helps prevent smudging and ensures your tattoo heals beautifully. Don't: Squash Your Art: Avoid sleeping directly on your tattoo, especially during the first few nights when it's most sensitive.
If your tattoo is bandaged with Saniderm (Second Skin), you should keep the bandage on for 3-4 days. During this time, it is normal to see some fluid build up beneath the bandage. (If the bandage begins to leak, you must remove the bandage and follow the standard aftercare instructions listed below).
This can increase the risk of infection and hinder the healing process. Additionally the application of cling wrap can be uncomfortable as it tends to stick to itself. Whilst it is still used to this day by some tattoo artists, it has become less popular as more artists discover the benefits of using second skin.
Aftercare for normal healing without Second Skin:
Leave bandage on for a minimum of 3 hours. After removing the bandage, clean tattoo gently with unscented soap and warm water. Rinse well and pat dry with paper towel. Do not re-bandage.
It's completely normal. The fluid that gets trapped between the skin and the layer of Second Skin is a mixture of Blood, Plasma and Ink. The Second Skin is anti-bacterial, so it also provides protection against external contaminants entering the broken skin, reducing scabbing and risks of infection.
There are many benefits to second skin. The major benefit being, it allows your body's own plasma to help heal the tattoo. Once you remove the second skin, your tattoo will be further along on the healing process. To remove second skin from your tattoo, it is best to hop in the shower.
As your tattoo scabs and peels, it will typically appear flat and faded. Remember, you're donning an open wound, and your skin is likely to shed its damaged cells to restore its protective layer. These damaged cells will rest on the skin temporarily, creating a translucent and milky appearance.
SECOND - SKIN
It's water resistant, so you can shower with it, but avoid prolonged water exposure. Wear loose clothing too if you can, to avoid abrasion to the area. While you're wearing the second-skin, you might notice the surface underneath accumulating slight moisture, which can make the tattoo look blurry.
While a new tattoo can push out ink, along with blood and plasma, it typically does no harm and doesn't lead to a tattoo blowout. This leaking typically lasts no more than 48 hours. However, bruising from a new tattoo can make it look a little blurred or smudged as it goes through the healing process.
Use the Primer Wipe before applying your tattoo to make sure your skin is exfoliated and prepped for application. Don't reposition or reapply the tattoo once it's on your skin. Once the tattoo is developing: Avoid any excessive movement and heat.
You might see discharges appearing and your tattoo might look “smudged“ under second skin. It is totally normal.
If you have a healing layer like second skin or saniderm over your tattoo, the best option is to keep it on for the first night (or the first few if it stays put). If your artist wrapped the tattoo in cling film, it may still stay on well for the first night.
Not only is the second skin tattoo covering amazing and helps to prevent scabbing, the tattoo cream is great!
Tattoo blowouts are the unruly rebels of the ink world. They happen when the ink spreads beneath the skin, causing a blurred or smudged appearance. This isn't some mystical skin behavior; it's often the result of the needle going too deep or hitting the skin at the wrong angle.
Use Sealants to Prevent Inkjet Smearing
These are essentially sealants that you can apply to the surface of the printed image and prevent inkjet smearing because they block the ink from interacting with water. These sealants are usually known by multiple names such as art protectant or simply “sealant”.
(smʌdʒ ) verb. If you smudge a substance such as ink, paint, or make-up that has been put on a surface, you make it less neat by touching or rubbing it.