Some people don't bleed much for any tattoo, others will bleed significantly for all of them. Some will bleed for one tattoo and not another. It could be on a more vascular spot on the body where there is more blood flow. There is no way to avoid how much you bleed during a tattoo.
Yes, it is completely normal. The very experienced tattoo artists will always ensure that as much ink is packed to ensure most of it remains. Even if excess ink is packed in your skin, and some comes out with the bleeding, it is perfectly normal and there is no need for you to worry.
The damage to the skin is so minimal that many people don't bleed at all (or they bleed very little). The tattoo artist also will be constantly wiping up your skin to clean off any traces of blood; it's all done in a very clean, professional manner.
A few tips that can help prepare yourself to get tattooed:
-Don't take any aspirin or pain-killers that contain aspirin or ibuprofen, these thin the blood and promote excess bleeding which means a longer healing period and may take longer for the process of your tattoo.
But if you're wondering what type of pain to expect, Caranfa says the experience is comparable to the feeling of a cat scratch or a sunburn. "Long periods of irritation and tenderness are what make you feel any discomfort," Caranfa says.
Getting a tattoo is often compared to a cat repeatedly scratching you. Though it's not the most intense pain ever, it might make you wanna hiss – especially if your artist uses multiple needles, like when shading. This also tends to happen away from bony or ultra-sensitive areas.
Some tattoos are simply too small
Over time, ink tends to bleed, or expand, which can cause small tattoos to become blurry and lose detail. "You can expect the lines to double, triple, and sometimes quadruple in width over time, so it's best to keep that in mind when choosing a design," Smith added.
"ALL tattoos bleed out over time," writes @fleshtattoos905. "Fine line is a trend… but it won't save you.
A Tattoo needle penetrates 5 layers of the epidermis
That may sound like a lot of skin, but in reality it is only 1/16th of an inch, about 1-2mm. That's pretty tiny. It goes through five layers of the epidermis, through the dermal layer, and into the topmost layer of the dermis.
Many artists are happy to use and even provide numbing cream for your session, while others refuse to use it. And their reasoning might surprise you. Artists that are pro-numbing cream argue that it helps them work more efficiently with fewer interruptions.
You can shower 3-4 hours after getting a tattoo, if you have a Saniderm bandage on, however, if you have a plastic wrap wait 24 hours to unwrap your tattoo and shower. In either case, shower in cold or lukewarm water and avoid prolonged soaking or submerging your tattoo in water for 3-4 weeks.
Cleaning and excess water exposure
So never submerge a fresh tattoo underwater. Also, avoid excessive water exposure while showering. Our skin is like a sponge and it will absorb the water, which can damage the tattoo. When it comes to cleaning your new tattoo, make sure you do this several times a day.
You must remember, though, that everybody is different, and some people will just bleed more or less depending on the makeup of their genetics and blood. Being tattooed on certain body parts can also cause more bleeding, depending on blood pressure in each specific region.
Small does not equal less pain. That's right when it comes to getting a new tattoo fine lines are more painful than bold traditional. Upside is, most fine line tattoos are smaller. And smaller needle sizes are used mostly for the outline at the beginning of the tattoo, when you are fresh and ready for the pain.
A medium sized tattoo the size of your palm or hand could take from around 2-3 hours to more than 5 hours to tattoo. This once again depends on the complexity of the design, colors, and body placement. Tattoos that are about the size of your palm are a little bigger and take more time.
There are no rules or regulations on how many tattoos you can get in a day, but we have our recommendations here at HUSH. One recommendation is that you don't do more than what is necessary and realistic. Multiple tattoos in a session can cause a whole lot of stress to your body.
Single needle tattoos are extra likely to bleed or blow out and also will discolor faster than a bolder line. With that in mind, some musicians focusing on this method understand to cut the black ink since the stronger the pigment, the most likely it is to hemorrhage out (are fine line tattoos bad).
Drink a lot of water during the week; avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours before getting tattooed. Please do not shave the area; we will do it for you at your appointment. Avoid aspirin or blood thinning medication at least 24 hours before your tattoo; ibuprofen, acetaminophen, & other NSAID pain relievers are OK.
*If a client does pass out during the procedure the best thing to do is stop tattooing, hold onto the client as to not let them fall to the floor and talk to then constantly during their time out. Reassure them they are OK, as people tend to go to strange places in the mind.