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Tattoo restoration
Along with cover-ups
an artist will be asked to preform a restoration
or two in his/her career. Although similar to cover-ups, restoration
is by far easier. For most cover ups, the existing tattoo will serve
as a guide in the tattoo. You will more than likely not need to
apply a transfer, unless you are adding to the tattoo as well.
While preforming the restoration, it is important to know about
the migration of tattoo inks.
Older tattoo inks are known to spread with age
in the skin, and as an artist you should be able to predict the
travel ratio. Giving a broader outline will aid
in keeping the original tattoo vibrant years to come.
The inks used in this age have a tenancy to be more vibrant than
those of an older generation remember, you should make it a point
to let your client know this. Some die-hard fans of old-school
tattooing will opt not to get their tattoo revitalized
at the risk of losing the feel. However, most will go along with
the restoration.
If the tattoo has spread considerably, it will be important to
apply the same cover-up rules. Do not try to cover a dark spreading
mass with a light color, as it will make the tattoo look splotchy.
This can be minimized with shading, or grey
wash.
The revitalization of a tattoo is an important step in taking
care of a tattoo, the recommended time length between
a new tattoo, and restoration is on average five to six years. However,
some may need it before or not at all depending on the care the
tattoo receives from its wearer.
As an artist, you should promote a healthy means of tattoo
care. It doesn’t stop after the tattoo is completely
healed. You should inform your client on how to take steps in keeping
the colors fresh. Such as, using sun screen, keeping
them covered by clothing, or alternatives to tanning.
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