Will a tattoo blowout go away?

Author: Dr. Stella Marks MD  |  Last update: Monday, May 26, 2025

In some cases, a tattoo blowout may resolve itself as the tattoo heals. But if, after your new tattoo healing, it is still looking funky, you may need to have it removed by a specialist. It's often the best way to get rid of a tattoo blowout.

Do tattoo blowouts fix themselves?

Unfortunately, tattoo blow outs don't just go away. Once it's healed, you can look into a rework, cover up or laser! Luckily, it's a small tattoo so a cover up should be pretty easy - just make sure you go to a different artist :)

Can you get rid of a tattoo blowout?

Yes, tattoo blowouts can be treated with the proper laser. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.

Do tattoo blowouts ever fade?

Blowouts tend to get worse over time, not fade. On the bright side they're incredibly easy to fix with a bit of laser without touching the rest of the tattoo.

Are tattoo blowouts the artist's fault?

Accidents happen, some skin takes ink worse, blowouts are more common as you age due to the changing nature of skin composition. Its totally possible to tattoo you blowout free, its just that acccients happen. But it is ultimately due to the artists technique here and nkt adapting it properly.

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Are some people more prone to tattoo blowouts?

Delicate Skin Areas

Aging skin as well as clients with skin trauma/more delicate skin, can also increase the risk of a blowout.

Should I remove second skin if there's blood?

Leave it alone. If the bandage starts to leak body fluid from the seal, you can only replace the bandage within the first 24 hours. If you are past 24 hours and the SecondSkin comes off, exposing the tattoo, do NOT replace the bandage.

How to avoid a tattoo blowout?

If you are worried about tattoo blowouts, avoid areas where the skin is particularly thin – such as the wrist or the top of your foot. And go for a tattoo location with thicker skin – like the upper thighs or the calves. Finally, be sure to continue a thorough aftercare routine.

Do blowouts get worse over time?

However, as time passes, it becomes increasingly worse. It's important to note that blowouts are permanent.

How much does it cost to get a tattoo blowout removed?

Across the United States, laser tattoo removal cost can range between $200 to $500 per removal treatment, which usually varies based on factors like tattoo size. At Removery, we also offer the option to pay-per-session and the average cost per removal session is $175 to $600, depending on the size of the tattoo.

Does over moisturizing a tattoo cause blowout?

Over-moisturising can lead to inflamed tattoos and potentially infection. Excess moisture can clog your skin's pores which prevents it from breathing, something that's important for your skin to heal. This can lead to breakouts on the skin that can damage the tattoo.

Do blown out tattoos hurt more?

In fact, tissue samples from people with a tattoo blowout show that the tattoo ink goes deeper than it should, causing the ink to blur, blend, and bleed together, leaving a messy, unprofessional-looking tattoo. It can also be more painful during the tattooing process.

Can you reverse a tattoo blowout?

Unfortunately, once blowout occurs, there's nothing you can do to reverse it.

Are tattoo blowouts permanent?

Even though a tattoo blowout is permanent, there are ways you can hide it. Once the healing process is complete, you can either get the blown-out tattoo covered up with another tattoo, or you can get laser removal.

Can tattoos be 100% removed?

It is difficult to give a one-size-fits-all answer to this often asked question, but broadly speaking, yes a tattoo can be 100% removed so long as your immune system is working effectively and you follow our sun-safe aftercare guidelines.

Is a tattoo blowout my fault?

Tattoo blowout occurs when your tattoo artist's mistake means they accidentally inject the ink too deep into your skin, causing the design to spread out and become distorted.

What body parts are prone to tattoo blowouts?

Top of Hand - The tougher skin in this area tends to push ink out, is prone to blowouts and is difficult to heal. Back - This area typically has stretchy skin with multiple curves, including the boney spine. Ribs - Much slower to tattoo typically, the ribs have stretchy skin and are prone to blowouts.

Do all fine line tattoos blowout?

Risks of Fine Line Tattoos

Because these tattoos are done with smaller needles, they can sometimes result in blowouts - this is when the ink spreads outside of the desired area, resulting in blurry or faded lines.

Why do some tattoo artists not use SecondSkin?

Some people are allergic to the adhesive on second skins and prefer not to use it. Also, if I'm tattooing a very large area or a tattoo that has very heavy black areas in it, I will sometimes opt not to use second skin on you. I will spray your tattoo down with a first aid spray and then wrap it in saran wrap.

Can Saniderm mess up a tattoo?

This helps to prevent the adhesive from sticking directly to the fresh tattoo until the tattoo begins to peel. Once this stage occurs, the peeling skin will cling to the film itself. There is no need to worry about Saniderm negatively affecting your ink at all.

What to do if SecondSkin is bubbling?

Smooth the Second Skin over your tattoo and remove any excess air bubbles with a clean and dry toothpick. You should cut open any bubbles large enough to deal with, without pinching or making contact with your tattoo area.

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