Tattoo Safety Precautions

Before making a decision to get a tattoo, make sure you are educated about the possibility of
health risks associated with the practice. These risks are minimal but can occur
fixed. Non-sterile tattooing practices can lead to possible transmission of infectious organisms
such as Hepatitis B and tuberculosis. To limit the risk, be sure to see the next section
How to Choose a Tattoo Parlor.

Be sure to follow the appropriate instructions to care for your new tattoo. Skin
and is in the process of healing during the first few weeks after the tattoo session so
Be sure to handle carefully. One thing to consider is an allergic reaction to pigments. If you know of any allergies you may have, be sure to share with the tattoo artist. There is a list provided by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is known as Universal Precautions. This is part of the Blood borne Pathogens Rule issued by the EPA. They apply in healthcare settings that exposure to body fluids and blood may occur. This includes tattoos.

Many state and local authorities have their own regulations for tattoo based on EPA guidelines. Check to see whether the state or local governments have such regulations. Also, look into any state professional license you may apply to tattoos. Finally, the biggest thing to remember when getting a tattoo is to NOT let a friend try to your tattoo. Please leave to the professionals who make this art their livelihood. They training and has a license to provide you with a clean and safe services.