Certain people should not get tattoos; Do's and Don'ts while getting a tattoo

There is no one who doesn't want tattoos on their body. Tattoos of many designs, size and different colors are imprinted on everyone's body irrespective of age. They give a special beauty to the body. Tattoos have become a rage among the younger generation.

However, there are a few things that need to be taken care of before going for a tattoo. If not, it's sure it'll cause a big problem. When you go for a tattoo in a shop, you should check the factors like the colour they're going to use on your body to the needle. The ink for tattooing contains chemicals such as cadmium and nickel. This can cause an allergic reaction in some people.

The symptoms include redness of the tattooed part and itching. It should be ensured that the devices used for tattooing are properly disinfected. Only trusted centres should be approached for tattooing. The tattooed part should be bandaged for 24 hours.

Similarly, it is advisable not to expose the tattooed area to sunlight until the tattoo is fully set. Those who are getting tattooed should make sure that they have been vaccinated with hepatitis B. People with allergies, diabetes, heart disease, eczema and psoriasis should not get tattooed. People with platelet-related issues should also not be tattooed.