--- title: 5 Things to Avoid for Tattoo Healing | Fame Tattoo Phuket description: Avoid these 5 common mistakes to keep your tattoo vibrant and flawless. 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Let's dive into five things you should avoid to ensure your tattoo heals beautifully. **1. Say No to Sun Exposure**  ![sunbeatingavoidtattoo](https://fametattookata.com/hs-fs/hubfs/sunbeatingavoidtattoo.webp?width=292&height=292&name=sunbeatingavoidtattoo.webp) Fresh tattoos and sunlight are not friends. UV rays can fade your new ink and irritate the healing skin. Keep your tattoo covered with loose clothing when you're outside, and once it's healed, always apply a high-SPF sunscreen to protect it. **2. Avoid Soaking in Water** ![soakingwateravoidtattoo](https://fametattookata.com/hs-fs/hubfs/soakingwateravoidtattoo.webp?width=265&height=265&name=soakingwateravoidtattoo.webp) While it's important to keep your tattoo clean, avoid soaking it in water. This means no swimming in pools, hot tubs, or natural bodies of water, and no long baths. Stick to quick showers and gently pat the area dry afterwards. **3. Don't Pick or Scratch**  ![scratingavoidtattoo](https://fametattookata.com/hs-fs/hubfs/scratingavoidtattoo.webp?width=244&height=244&name=scratingavoidtattoo.webp) As your tattoo heals, it might itch or form scabs. Resist the urge to scratch or pick at it! Doing so can cause scarring and patchy ink. Keep the area moisturized with a fragrance-free lotion to help soothe the itch. **4. Skip Tight Clothing**  ![Wearing Tight Clothesavoidtattoo](https://fametattookata.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wearing%20Tight%20Clothesavoidtattoo.webp?width=235&height=235&name=Wearing%20Tight%20Clothesavoidtattoo.webp) Tight clothing can rub against your new tattoo, causing irritation and delaying healing. Opt for loose, breathable fabrics that won't stick to the tattooed area. **5. Avoid Intense Workouts** **![Intense Activitiesavoidtattoo](https://fametattookata.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Intense%20Activitiesavoidtattoo.webp?width=240&height=240&name=Intense%20Activitiesavoidtattoo.webp)** Engaging in heavy exercise can stretch the skin and cause sweating, which isn't ideal for a healing tattoo. Give yourself a break from intense workouts for a few days to allow your skin to recover. By steering clear of these common pitfalls, you'll be on your way to flaunting a vibrant, well-healed tattoo. Remember, proper aftercare is key to maintaining the quality of your ink. If you have any concerns or questions, don't hesitate to reach out to your tattoo artist—they're there to help! 😊 *For [more tattoo aftercare tips](https://www.magnumtattoosupplies.co.uk/blogs/product-review/tattoo-aftercare-tips-and-products), check out*  Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://fametattookata.com/blog/five-things-to-avoid-for-tattoo-healing) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://fametattookata.com/blog/five-things-to-avoid-for-tattoo-healing) [twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://fametattookata.com/blog/five-things-to-avoid-for-tattoo-healing) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://fametattookata.com/blog/five-things-to-avoid-for-tattoo-healing) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://fametattookata.com/blog/five-things-to-avoid-for-tattoo-healing) ## Related posts [![](https://fametattookata.com/hubfs/Tattoo%20Guide%20Bang%20Tao%20Beach%20%20Prices%2c%20Safety%20%26%20Booking.webp)](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tattoo-guide-bang-tao-beach-prices-safety-booking) [tattoo guide](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tag/tattoo-guide) ### [Tattoo Guide: Bang Tao Beach | Prices, Safety & Booking](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tattoo-guide-bang-tao-beach-prices-safety-booking) [![](https://fametattookata.com/hubfs/The%20Essential%20Tattoo%20Guide%20Kata%20Beach.webp)](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tattoo-guide-kata-beach) [tattoo guide](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tag/tattoo-guide) ### [Tattoo Guide Kata Beach | Safety, Prices & Booking](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tattoo-guide-kata-beach) [![](https://fametattookata.com/hubfs/tattoo%20aftercare%20guide%20phuket%2c%20fame%20tattoo%20kata%20beach-1.jpg)](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tattoo-aftercare-phuket) [tattoo aftercare](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tag/tattoo-aftercare) ### [Tattoo Aftercare in Thailand: Healing Guide for Travellers](https://fametattookata.com/blog/tattoo-aftercare-phuket) [![fametattoologo](https://fametattookata.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fame%20Logoo-1.webp?width=100&height=24&name=Fame%20Logoo-1.webp "fametattoologo")](https://fametattookata.com) Have a tattoo idea in mind? 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