Experience I've been tattooing professionally for 10 years in shops in the US and England. I now own Dragonfly Ink in San Francisco, CA
Organizations Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professionals
Education/Credentials Apprenticed at Black and Blue Tattoo
Specialized training and certifications:
Cross-contamination Prevention
SofTaps Micropigmentation
Areola Repigmentation
Skin Needling
University Art Courses
Question how do i know if my tattoo is getting infected and should it still be painfull 2 days after?
Answer Will-
It is totally normal for the tattoo to be sore for 2-3 days after, mine tend to be sore about 5 days after.
Infection is generally indicated by the redness getting more and/or spreading away from the tattoo, green or yellow pus on the tattoo, significant increase in pain, if any of these things happen, consult your health care provider. Infections are usually easily treated by antibiotics.
Otherwise, expect it to be sore for a bit longer, and then it should be itchy and flaky (sometimes scabbing), this all take about 2 weeks, give or take.
