Why does my new tattoo look wonky?

Tattoo blowout happens as a result of a bad tattooing session, generally due to the tattoo artist’s inexperience with the needle – penetrating deeper layers of the skin. Tattoos with blowout look imprecise and expand beyond the initial lines of the tattoo. You might also recognize tattoo blowout in other ways.

How long do tattoo lines take to heal?

After getting a new tattoo, the outer layer of skin will typically appear healed within 2 to 3 weeks. However, the healing process can take upward of 6 months.

Do tattoo artists touch up other artists work?

Most tattoo artists will touch up their work for free if it’s needed and if it’s not the result of your aftercare. Make sure to ask your artist about touch ups.

Is it possible for a tattoo to be crooked?

Sure, human bodies are never perfectly symmetrical to begin with, however, an artist should be able to make it work. In order to avoid a crooked tattoo, make sure you check over the stenciled design multiple times before the needle hits your skin.

Why do my Tattoo lines Keep Coming Apart?

There are varying degrees of tattoo damage due to infections, which each depending on the individual tattoo and the severity of the infection. Over time but especially after the healing process, lines spaced closely together, as seen in small script tattoos, will begin to blur together.

What does it mean when a tattoo line is raised?

Raised Lines If your tattoo is raised in any parts, specifically in the linework, that means that is scarred. If a tattooer went too deep during the tattoo, then parts of the tattoo may be slightly raised after the tattoo is healed.

How do I Stop my Tattoo from fading?

There are ways to avoid fast fading, such as enlisting an experienced artist or seeking out a tattooer who specializes in tattooing difficult areas. However, if you have a faded tattoo that needs fixing, your options are to either continuously get the piece touched up or to cover the tattoo with something built to last.