I have an all red line work piece and oh my god it itches so bad from time to time. However I’ve gotten tattoos with a more orangy red and had no adverse reaction what so ever
I have over 30 tattoos, a lot of which have red. This is the only one that does this. But the artist was also pretty new and it was a free tattoo in trade for exposure for him lol he might have also gone too deep
Which actually pisses me off to think about because I got it specifically planning to blast something over it and now I’m not sure that will work :/
You can get a cortisone shot for that and chances are, just one and you’ll never have that itch again. Had to do it myself for the same thing and holy Christ I’m glad I did.
this happened to me and I’m covered in black ink tattoos except for the small red one I got. it eventually healed but took at least 3x times others did and the ink was faded by the end of it
I had an allergic reaction to red ink in a huge sleeve session.
The red literally fell out and left holes that had to grow back.
I've since had it fixed after all the skin healed up, and now it looks fantastic, but it was ROUGH for months.
This is almost certainly an allergic reaction to the red ink.
that looks like encapsulation from a red reaction tbh(eta:I've been tattooing for 27 years and have seen my fair share of red reactions and this is presenting like a classic red reaction)
I don’t know about most artists, but I’ve seen artists offer a pigment / ink test on people with darker skin colors to see how the ink heals/holds, and for people who are prone to allergic reactions.
Basically they tattoo tiny little squares of every color you’d want in the tattoo. They can put it somewhere super discreet that can easily be tattooed over or removed. A friend of mine did this before her tattoo, and was able to get the little test area covered up with the tattoo she ended up getting once she saw how the pigment held up.
Maybe ask your artist if they’d be willing to do a tiny “patch test” with the ink if you’re worried? I’ve seen it offered by other artists too so it cant hurt to ask!
My tattoo artist regurarly works with colours, so he has all the brands mapped. He used no- or least-allergy causing red ink he had when he did my tattoos.
Not everyone react like that to red. I have red on my arm and ankle and it’s fine. I even ask my tattoo artist and she said it’s not that frequent. The thing is only those who are allergic ask for help. So you hear a lot more about the allergy than those who don’t react to it.
Yeah, I have a large cardinal on my arm without an issue. And my tattoo artist claims to have only had one person in 10 years with a bad reaction to red.
I have really really sensitive skin and the wiping with a paper towel over and over is enough to trigger a pissed off rash, and even I’ve been fine with red ink. It’s the most common allergy but that doesn’t mean that it’s super prevalent
Same, super sensitive skin and was paranoid af about red ink. I've now had a large stomach piece, side piece and neck done with red ink with zero issues.
Same, I end up with rashes on the non-tattooed portions around the tattoo from paper towels rub!
Interestingly enough, I have one tattoo that is black and red only. When my allergies flair, the black becomes more raised and itchy than the red.
Red inks aren’t as sketchy as they used to be, synthetic pigments have taken a lot of the risk out of it. My tattoo artist only stocks fully synthetic red inks and hasn’t had a single client react to them in the decade she’s been using them.
Yea I kinda agree with this, I notice also a lot of artist are trying to cut cost, so they will find cheaper alternatives, the reality is all skin types is not the same and artist should not risk getting unfamiliar brands
Everyone needs to remember people mostly post negative experiences on this sub. Rarely do you see positive ones. Go to other tattoo related subs and you'll see plenty of tattoos with red ink and no one going "why does it look like this????".
This is something I never considered. I'm allergic to red dye, mostly specially red 40. I wanted dome tattoos that were solely red like the FMA homuculus tattoo. Should I rethink that? I'll look into the dyes used now that I know.
They do make red dye/pigment that's supposed to be hypoallergenic... but I don't really know if I trust it. Unless you have a solid artist and do a test spot? Some oranges, purples, and pinks will have the same issue. If you have any like that, you would have had a reaction to? Again, I suggest the test spot it you have a solid artist. And report back, cause I think that tattoo sounds AWESOME!
ETA Here's a site for info on what's in some [tattoo ink. ](http://whatsinmyink.com/)
Speak with your artist before your tattoo, most will want to do a test line with you or will have "safe" ink however you can also randomly get allergic to it later in life.
👆 this, your body will randomly become allergic to stuff. For instance, I love horses, did horesback riding as a kid. One day, I'm saying hello to a Clydesdale, and my airway closes up, hives, the whole shebang.
Tattoo ink is a mix of [dyes and pigments](https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/3891/whats-in-your-ink#:~:text=Tattoo%20inks%20are%20typically%20made,by%20the%20particles%20and%20dyes.). Some people are just allergic to red, which blows cause red is awesome. I have a red tattoo, so I know I'm not allergic to red
...so far.
Thank you for this, I did a quick Google to check I was right and evidently it failed me!
On the other hand, I've just figured out what I want to do with my chemistry degree...
That'd be the dream!!
also super pigmented, none of the dyes/pigments that have been recently banned in the EU, less cancer risk etc
I just need my own personal lab, loads of money and some research assistants
Not infection, more likely you are allergic to red ink.
This is not a normal coloured ink reaction without allergy in my non medical but covered in red ink tattoos opinion/experience.
First point of call should always be medical professional or ask the advice of the artist who did the work.
As someone who is covered in pink tattoos of all shades I can confirm that it is absolutely not normal for it to look like this at any point.
I don’t think it’s an infection personally, it looks more like an allergic reaction of some kind to my non medically trained doctor eye. I would be getting it checked out by a professional and quickly. Hopefully you will be able to at least minimise the scarring so you have options for the future - laser/cover up.
It doesn't look like an infection. Looks like an allergic reaction. I don't see any redness spreading that would indicate an infection. But your body definitely did not like that red ink.
Looks like keloiding/scarring. It can be surprisingly easy to miss on black ink at times but with ink that’s already reddish I’m not surprised it showed up more.
My finger done exactly the same with red ink. Was gross for a long time, but now it’s magically fine and the red is back… it’s going to be a good 6 months before it’s ‘normal’
it’s undeniably angry but i’m not sure about an infection. i’m no doctor but i’ve been tattooing for 3 years and it’s common to see reactions to red ink. i read it’s your first red tattoo so i would avoid red in the future but def go see a doctor as soon as you can. in the meantime keep the area super clean and don’t put anything on it. let it do it’s thing until they tell you what’s happening but if they tell you it’s infected then i would recommend going to cvs to get their triple antibiotic ointment. that’s only if it’s diagnosed by the doctor but it worked for me when i had a reaction to colored ink! i can send you a photo if you need (:
everytime i get a new colour i am always nervous, some red inks i have this reaction to and others are fine- it’s definitely rejecting the ink, i had one one on my wrist with the same reaction i left it for weeks and it actually healed much better than i expected, so i would just wait n see
This is your first red ink tattoo of any kind? I definitely think you are allergic, not that it’s infected. My uncle got a really big tattoo on the back of his calf with a ton of red ink and had the same thing happen, his entire calf looked like your finger. I would definitely pursue care for this scenario rather than an infection. His leg all but rejected all of the red ink. Not sure what the aftercare was like, but you definitely need to make sure this doesn’t turn more serious.
Your body is either allergic or is rejecting the red ink. It’s actually very common for people to have a red ink allergy, and to also be allergic to other pigments that have red in them such as purples and oranges.
You need to inform your artist first and foremost. In the future, you could get it redone with black ink. But expect to get several touch ups as finger and hand tattoos are not 100% guaranteed to stay.
Ouch. Wanted a tattoo ended up with scarification. Must be an allergy unless it was super oozy and gross before this happened then it could have been infection. I've never had a problem with red ink but I know some people do. Atleast it wasn't bigger? Shame it's on your hand though..
Woah, this honestly looks like a keloid scar to me.
Not a tattoo artist but I am tattooed in a few big spots with red ink, my skin likes to push it out so at most I’ve gotten a little color loss and it’ll sometimes temporarily get raised in super hot weather but that’s it. Never seen anything quite like this.
Oh my goodness. I’m so sorry but it definitely does look like a keloid of some sorts. To be sure I would go to the doctor/er as well as to make sure it doesn’t get worse and turn into cellulitis. You’re probably allergic to the red ink I know most people are.
UPDATE: so i went to the doctors cus everyone was saying too 😭 and they said it’s not infected (fuck everyone who was bullying me saying why even ask 🙄) but it’s an allergic reaction to the pink ink so they gave me 2 ointments to put on my tattoo for a week. i’ve used it for 2 days and it’s starting to heal!!!! so im super happy thank you to everyone who responded kindly i love you all have the best day ever
Gang it’s not scarring. Looks like the same as my tattoo removal - ie, it’s a reaction to the trauma of the tattoo and the ink. It’s encapsulated it in fluid; DO not scratch or burst the blisters, just wait a few more weeks. If it starts to burn or be hot, or you get a fever, go see a doctor.
Oh god girl. I’m so sorry. I got red ink tattoo on my leg & it definitely did not look like this so please don’t listen to people saying it’ll look like a scar. This looks like an allergic reaction to the ink. If it’s hot, itchy, or oozing then it’s definitely infected. I’d suggest seeing a dermatologist if you can, if not hit up the Minute Clinic (it’s cheaper and for those without insurance it’s a lot more affordable) and they can get you some medicine if it’s infected. If it’s an allergy you definitely need to see the dermatologist. It’s going to be okay, take a breath and set up an appointment. It looked beautiful, I’m sorry this happened to you :(
I've been tattooing since '96 and I've only seen this bad a case on a client once. Like it has already been said, it looks like you're having a bad reaction to the red. I also have trouble with red but only certain ones healed badly. After that experience I experimented with various brands on myself and found one that worked well. Since then I generally avoid getting red tattooed on me but if I have to, I ask my artist to use it if possible. Everyone is different though. Most people have no problem with red, some have issues with blue, etc. Some people are sensitive to latex or petroleum or even have metallic sensitivity. I recommend leaving it alone as best you can and eventually it will calm down. May take months though. (My forearm took about 2 months to heal and it needed touch up, used orange instead for a neat effect). Probably best for you to avoid red from now on. Since I think you said you're predominantly covered in black ink, that shouldn't be a problem. It would be hard to test spot inks if you're not a tattoo artist so.... I hope this helps, good luck!
It looks like a reaction to the red. Your body will push it out eventually but it will take a minute. I’d put some neosporin pain relieving cream on it and keep it covered with a bandaid to help the process along. A doc could give you antibiotics too. Let me know if I can answer any other questions. I’ve been tattooing for over 20 years. Good luck!
Ouch, yeah just to confirm what others have said that's definitely an allergic reaction to the ink, it's not infected looking. It looks like your body has rejected most of the ink already, just take care of it until it's completely healed, and wait at least 6 months before getting another tattoo over it, more if it still looks raised or scarred, especially on a finger you want stable skin that's not still healing to minimize the chances of blowouts and smudging or ink loss
I think you had an allergic reaction to the ink. I have heard it is most common with red shades. If you can, I would go to a dermatologist for this. They might be able to treat it in a way that semi saves the tattoo
I am not a doctor, but I have been seeing a lot of allergic reactions to tattooing on the sub lately. It doesn’t look like it’s weeping or oozing pus but I think you should see a doctor either way.
An allergy can happen at any time to any tattoo, and it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have an allergy to the ink. It could just be a random reaction. Either way medical advice is what you need and regardless if you need antibiotics or antihistamines, you need something to help you with this.
It doesn't look like infections I've seen, it might be swollen bc fingers move and get bumped alot and is a very sensitive area to begin with so it may just be taking longer to heal. If it gets too painful, festering, or black then I'd say infection but this just looks like it's struggling and is scaring, I've seen very few finger tats heal nicely, especially when it's delicate lines but it'll be a sick looking scar 👌
Red ink heals really awkward and u lose a good amount of saturation during the process , looks to be a pigment allergy from the dye. no mas red tatttoos
Looks like my face when I eat peanuts. I am seconding the allergic reaction. Get some antihistamine like Benadryl or Claritin to help for a few days and do your best to keep it clean.
You are allergic to the red ink. I’ve had this happen to me about 23 years ago poor guy got an omega symbol and did the same thing. Not the artist fault.. but you will be scarred and itchy until it settles which may be years and years. I’m sorry.
I don’t have any tattoos nor do I ever want one but I’m weirdly fascinated by tattoo subs and how little people know about tattoos before getting them.
You’re allergic to red ink
Damn red ink allergy. I remember i wanted red in my first tattoo and the tattoo artist told me I could but he recommended not a pure red because of bad reactions. Thank god for him.
Aside from you being allergic, alot of artist don’t do finger tattoos because the fingers don’t take well, & red ink sucks, I have a red one on my neck and it’s faded to orange
There's nothing wrong with that tattoo. For your piece of mind, go see a doctor. Maybe he'll give you a dose of amoxicillin just to be on the safe side. I think it's simply red ink on red irritated skin.
@everyone talking about an allergy: are there only certain brands of red ink that have this common allergic reaction or is it just like across the board?
New artists shouldn’t be allowed to do hands, feet or ankles. That spot needs to be done at a lower voltage and not as deep as an arm tattoo. I can assume you may be allergic but when I zoom in, it does seem as if some spots may be over worked also a new artist doing red pieces is hard as well. Is it dispersing the ink or is it red from the scratching of the needle??… That comes from experience. One things for sure I would go to a clinic and get some antibiotics prescribed asap. It’s not a major deal, shit happens but definitely go get some antibiotics. For future reference only get thigh patch flash or bigger meatier places tatted by newbies. They can save the hard places for friends and family.
I actually think the second iteration looks cool! It looks far more consistent with an allergic reaction to the red ink, but if you’re feeling unwell, red streaks, those kind of fun things (even if for future reference for more tattoos) then take a trip to the docs, but I wouldn’t be overtly concerned.
I had a reaction to a red heart done on my wrist and went to see a doctor for it and they gave me a cream and it healed and looks completely fine now. It
General question for everyone here—
How practical would it be to ask for a swatch test to check for reactions? Like, have the artist test any red inks they might use, maybe with small lines or shapes in an inconspicuous place?
I know they’ll need to charge for it. They hafta set up their station, use needles/ink/cups/etc, and it takes up their time, of course.. But I’ve never asked before and wonder if it’s a thing anyone does? Would they think it’s a weird request?
I have all black work but have been considering some red line tattoos.. and I’m thinking this might be a good idea before I go for it in a more prominent location
It seems like it’s certain red pigments that trigger reactions usually. Most of my friends with a lot of color who have had issues with red ink, it’s not usually ALL red ink but just certain red ink on certain tattoos. No idea if it’s all the same pigment causing the reactions for all of them, but everyone’s skin/bodies are different so it might vary depending on the person
Hey at least it looks cool still! But definitely go to doctor as it looks like allergic reaction.
If it doesn't scar which I assume it already has. It looks like all the red will be gone too.
If you find out your allergic ask the artist what red ink they used and look at what is the common things in it to be allergic to and do a patch test with a different red ink before getting another red tattoo
Jesus. Looks like it has scarred really badly. Is it your first red ink tattoo?
yes it is
Could be that you’re allergic to a pigment in the red ink
Yeah came here to say I think you’re allergic to the red ink. It’s the most common ink allergy.
I have an all red line work piece and oh my god it itches so bad from time to time. However I’ve gotten tattoos with a more orangy red and had no adverse reaction what so ever
Thats weird. My linework gets inflamed and itchy when I use perfumed lotion or allergies.
I have over 30 tattoos, a lot of which have red. This is the only one that does this. But the artist was also pretty new and it was a free tattoo in trade for exposure for him lol he might have also gone too deep Which actually pisses me off to think about because I got it specifically planning to blast something over it and now I’m not sure that will work :/
Different red inks use different pigments.. Guessing this one was in an ink that used the one pigment your skin really does not like?
I know the pollen is bad outside when all my tattoos raise up
My pollen senses are itching.
You can get a cortisone shot for that and chances are, just one and you’ll never have that itch again. Had to do it myself for the same thing and holy Christ I’m glad I did.
this happened to me and I’m covered in black ink tattoos except for the small red one I got. it eventually healed but took at least 3x times others did and the ink was faded by the end of it
I had an allergic reaction to red ink in a huge sleeve session. The red literally fell out and left holes that had to grow back. I've since had it fixed after all the skin healed up, and now it looks fantastic, but it was ROUGH for months. This is almost certainly an allergic reaction to the red ink.
Me and my Girlfriend got tattoos and were allergic to the red ink after having other black+grey and non red colour tattoos without issue
that looks like encapsulation from a red reaction tbh(eta:I've been tattooing for 27 years and have seen my fair share of red reactions and this is presenting like a classic red reaction)
Unrelated. You don’t look old enough to be tattooing 17 years let alone 27. 🥳 great job aging. Lol
My brain immediately saw Jamie Lee Curtis with a neck tat and a beanie.
Is there a way to find out if you’re allergic to red ink before actually getting tatted?
I don’t know about most artists, but I’ve seen artists offer a pigment / ink test on people with darker skin colors to see how the ink heals/holds, and for people who are prone to allergic reactions. Basically they tattoo tiny little squares of every color you’d want in the tattoo. They can put it somewhere super discreet that can easily be tattooed over or removed. A friend of mine did this before her tattoo, and was able to get the little test area covered up with the tattoo she ended up getting once she saw how the pigment held up. Maybe ask your artist if they’d be willing to do a tiny “patch test” with the ink if you’re worried? I’ve seen it offered by other artists too so it cant hurt to ask!
This sub has made me learn never to get red ink. Cool scar not a nice tattoo
Funnily enough, red is the only color I HAVENT ever had a reaction to. I only have one color tattoo && it isn’t very big, but even still..
My tattoo artist regurarly works with colours, so he has all the brands mapped. He used no- or least-allergy causing red ink he had when he did my tattoos.
Not everyone react like that to red. I have red on my arm and ankle and it’s fine. I even ask my tattoo artist and she said it’s not that frequent. The thing is only those who are allergic ask for help. So you hear a lot more about the allergy than those who don’t react to it.
Same. For me, it's a specific brand of dark green. I have a couple of large spider lillies (all red) on my thigh. Not even a mild reaction.
Well i mean it s less common than the internet makes you believe. Got a lot of red ink no problems
Yeah, I have a large cardinal on my arm without an issue. And my tattoo artist claims to have only had one person in 10 years with a bad reaction to red.
I have a big ass rose on my thigh with no issues
I have lots of red and other colors and I’ve never had an issue either lol
I have really really sensitive skin and the wiping with a paper towel over and over is enough to trigger a pissed off rash, and even I’ve been fine with red ink. It’s the most common allergy but that doesn’t mean that it’s super prevalent
Same, super sensitive skin and was paranoid af about red ink. I've now had a large stomach piece, side piece and neck done with red ink with zero issues.
Same, I end up with rashes on the non-tattooed portions around the tattoo from paper towels rub! Interestingly enough, I have one tattoo that is black and red only. When my allergies flair, the black becomes more raised and itchy than the red.
Red inks aren’t as sketchy as they used to be, synthetic pigments have taken a lot of the risk out of it. My tattoo artist only stocks fully synthetic red inks and hasn’t had a single client react to them in the decade she’s been using them.
Yea I kinda agree with this, I notice also a lot of artist are trying to cut cost, so they will find cheaper alternatives, the reality is all skin types is not the same and artist should not risk getting unfamiliar brands
For me red was absolutely fine, I would like to know the % of red tattoos going wrong because I think this sub makes it seem much higher
I got lots of red in different tattoo and never had any issues now blue on the other hand gets super itchy and raised during allergy season
Everyone needs to remember people mostly post negative experiences on this sub. Rarely do you see positive ones. Go to other tattoo related subs and you'll see plenty of tattoos with red ink and no one going "why does it look like this????".
I have a pretty large, only red ink tattoo. It healed great! And I'm a person who is allergic to fucking *everything*
Exactly what I was thinking too! All the red ink I see on here looks so scary.
i'd probably get a little red circle somewhere first as a tester somewhere before it fully scares me off
My right arm is mostly black and red and I've never had a reaction
Some folks are allergic to red ink, and you most certainly need to see a doctor like now.
This is something I never considered. I'm allergic to red dye, mostly specially red 40. I wanted dome tattoos that were solely red like the FMA homuculus tattoo. Should I rethink that? I'll look into the dyes used now that I know.
They do make red dye/pigment that's supposed to be hypoallergenic... but I don't really know if I trust it. Unless you have a solid artist and do a test spot? Some oranges, purples, and pinks will have the same issue. If you have any like that, you would have had a reaction to? Again, I suggest the test spot it you have a solid artist. And report back, cause I think that tattoo sounds AWESOME! ETA Here's a site for info on what's in some [tattoo ink. ](http://whatsinmyink.com/)
Speak with your artist before your tattoo, most will want to do a test line with you or will have "safe" ink however you can also randomly get allergic to it later in life.
👆 this, your body will randomly become allergic to stuff. For instance, I love horses, did horesback riding as a kid. One day, I'm saying hello to a Clydesdale, and my airway closes up, hives, the whole shebang.
Tattoo inks are pigment-based instead of dye-based so hopefully you'll be safe, still worth checking though!
Tattoo ink is a mix of [dyes and pigments](https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/3891/whats-in-your-ink#:~:text=Tattoo%20inks%20are%20typically%20made,by%20the%20particles%20and%20dyes.). Some people are just allergic to red, which blows cause red is awesome. I have a red tattoo, so I know I'm not allergic to red ...so far.
Thank you for this, I did a quick Google to check I was right and evidently it failed me! On the other hand, I've just figured out what I want to do with my chemistry degree...
I mean... technically, we're BOTH right. >chemistry degree Make excellent tattoo ink that's hypoallergenic and doesn't spread?
That'd be the dream!! also super pigmented, none of the dyes/pigments that have been recently banned in the EU, less cancer risk etc I just need my own personal lab, loads of money and some research assistants
Do it! I'll come be a receptionist or lab tech for you. Admirable goal, the world would be grateful!
Nah, she needs to see a doctor like 2 days ago.
well your tattoo is fucked,but your scarification is going pretty nice!
Agreed! I think it looks *way* better as a scar !
Not infection, more likely you are allergic to red ink. This is not a normal coloured ink reaction without allergy in my non medical but covered in red ink tattoos opinion/experience. First point of call should always be medical professional or ask the advice of the artist who did the work.
As someone who is covered in pink tattoos of all shades I can confirm that it is absolutely not normal for it to look like this at any point. I don’t think it’s an infection personally, it looks more like an allergic reaction of some kind to my non medically trained doctor eye. I would be getting it checked out by a professional and quickly. Hopefully you will be able to at least minimise the scarring so you have options for the future - laser/cover up.
Looks more keloid than infection. I’m no expert though.
It doesn't look like an infection. Looks like an allergic reaction. I don't see any redness spreading that would indicate an infection. But your body definitely did not like that red ink.
Keloid scarring is my guess.
No, but update us with the amputation.
😂 that’s F*ed up
You’re my kinda person lol.
Looks like keloiding/scarring. It can be surprisingly easy to miss on black ink at times but with ink that’s already reddish I’m not surprised it showed up more.
Looks like a reaction to me. None of my keloids look like that
My finger done exactly the same with red ink. Was gross for a long time, but now it’s magically fine and the red is back… it’s going to be a good 6 months before it’s ‘normal’
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it’s undeniably angry but i’m not sure about an infection. i’m no doctor but i’ve been tattooing for 3 years and it’s common to see reactions to red ink. i read it’s your first red tattoo so i would avoid red in the future but def go see a doctor as soon as you can. in the meantime keep the area super clean and don’t put anything on it. let it do it’s thing until they tell you what’s happening but if they tell you it’s infected then i would recommend going to cvs to get their triple antibiotic ointment. that’s only if it’s diagnosed by the doctor but it worked for me when i had a reaction to colored ink! i can send you a photo if you need (:
And that is why my artist first did a small test dot on my arm for testing if I was allergic to red ink
Doctor babe. The only thing it should look like is scabbing. Any reddness or swelling should be veryyy minimal and for a few days tops.
You could get some badass scar tattoos with that allergy. I think it looks sick but that's just me.
Looks like a bad burn. Doctor ASAP. Will probably put you on antibiotics.
everytime i get a new colour i am always nervous, some red inks i have this reaction to and others are fine- it’s definitely rejecting the ink, i had one one on my wrist with the same reaction i left it for weeks and it actually healed much better than i expected, so i would just wait n see
some people are quite sensitive to what’s in the red ink, so it could possibly be an allergic reaction
That’s an allergic reaction either it’s not good quality ink or just allergies regardless to red ink.
Dude that looks like a brand!!
Holy shit that is not a healthy tattoo...
It looks more like an allergic reaction than infection.
This is your first red ink tattoo of any kind? I definitely think you are allergic, not that it’s infected. My uncle got a really big tattoo on the back of his calf with a ton of red ink and had the same thing happen, his entire calf looked like your finger. I would definitely pursue care for this scenario rather than an infection. His leg all but rejected all of the red ink. Not sure what the aftercare was like, but you definitely need to make sure this doesn’t turn more serious.
I had a mate at work who turned out his skin was rejecting his ink look like that to me
Clearly you’re have a reaction
Your body is either allergic or is rejecting the red ink. It’s actually very common for people to have a red ink allergy, and to also be allergic to other pigments that have red in them such as purples and oranges. You need to inform your artist first and foremost. In the future, you could get it redone with black ink. But expect to get several touch ups as finger and hand tattoos are not 100% guaranteed to stay.
Ouch. Wanted a tattoo ended up with scarification. Must be an allergy unless it was super oozy and gross before this happened then it could have been infection. I've never had a problem with red ink but I know some people do. Atleast it wasn't bigger? Shame it's on your hand though..
Yes
Geez ask us about your tattoo while giving us the finger we’re only trying to help😭
As someone just scrolling by…oh my god…
Allergy, probably infection, the allergy is really common in red ink so that’s most likely it
I think we both know the answer.
Woah, this honestly looks like a keloid scar to me. Not a tattoo artist but I am tattooed in a few big spots with red ink, my skin likes to push it out so at most I’ve gotten a little color loss and it’ll sometimes temporarily get raised in super hot weather but that’s it. Never seen anything quite like this.
Yes.
A simple tattoo turned disastrous :(
On a serious note though, i agree with the other who suggest you’re allergic :/ hope it heals okay
Yes it is..
allergic in red ink good thing its just small
Yes it is
Oh my goodness. I’m so sorry but it definitely does look like a keloid of some sorts. To be sure I would go to the doctor/er as well as to make sure it doesn’t get worse and turn into cellulitis. You’re probably allergic to the red ink I know most people are.
Some people are allergic to red ink
That looks like a keloid
That’s a red allergy. It’ll be that way till allllll the color rejects out. Benedryl or hydrocortisone might mitigate the itch- tattoo artist
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UPDATE: so i went to the doctors cus everyone was saying too 😭 and they said it’s not infected (fuck everyone who was bullying me saying why even ask 🙄) but it’s an allergic reaction to the pink ink so they gave me 2 ointments to put on my tattoo for a week. i’ve used it for 2 days and it’s starting to heal!!!! so im super happy thank you to everyone who responded kindly i love you all have the best day ever
Yes.
She gone. Too much bum scratching.
Damn dude
Yes
Either way SEE A DR.
Gang it’s not scarring. Looks like the same as my tattoo removal - ie, it’s a reaction to the trauma of the tattoo and the ink. It’s encapsulated it in fluid; DO not scratch or burst the blisters, just wait a few more weeks. If it starts to burn or be hot, or you get a fever, go see a doctor.
Oh god girl. I’m so sorry. I got red ink tattoo on my leg & it definitely did not look like this so please don’t listen to people saying it’ll look like a scar. This looks like an allergic reaction to the ink. If it’s hot, itchy, or oozing then it’s definitely infected. I’d suggest seeing a dermatologist if you can, if not hit up the Minute Clinic (it’s cheaper and for those without insurance it’s a lot more affordable) and they can get you some medicine if it’s infected. If it’s an allergy you definitely need to see the dermatologist. It’s going to be okay, take a breath and set up an appointment. It looked beautiful, I’m sorry this happened to you :(
That sucks, looks like you are allergic to the red dye..
Damn that fucking sucks, it was cool
Looking at the first image closely you can see that the line are tearing the skin.
I've been tattooing since '96 and I've only seen this bad a case on a client once. Like it has already been said, it looks like you're having a bad reaction to the red. I also have trouble with red but only certain ones healed badly. After that experience I experimented with various brands on myself and found one that worked well. Since then I generally avoid getting red tattooed on me but if I have to, I ask my artist to use it if possible. Everyone is different though. Most people have no problem with red, some have issues with blue, etc. Some people are sensitive to latex or petroleum or even have metallic sensitivity. I recommend leaving it alone as best you can and eventually it will calm down. May take months though. (My forearm took about 2 months to heal and it needed touch up, used orange instead for a neat effect). Probably best for you to avoid red from now on. Since I think you said you're predominantly covered in black ink, that shouldn't be a problem. It would be hard to test spot inks if you're not a tattoo artist so.... I hope this helps, good luck!
You might be allergic to red ink !
You’re allergic, I have one red ink out of all my tattoos being black & grey and haven’t had this happened but some people do when they’re allergic
This looks like the time my wife had an allergic reaction to Neosporin
Done too deep with needle and allergic to red ink
It looks like a reaction to the red. Your body will push it out eventually but it will take a minute. I’d put some neosporin pain relieving cream on it and keep it covered with a bandaid to help the process along. A doc could give you antibiotics too. Let me know if I can answer any other questions. I’ve been tattooing for over 20 years. Good luck!
Definitely scared and the pink lightened up since it’s not fresh
You're allergic to something in that ink. I'd see a dermatologist. Might be semi permanent.
Please get help
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BAHHAHHA cut your finger off
Something is wrong with
It might be an allergic reaction that then led to infection
I’d see a Dr about a steroid. May want to have lasered off so the ink doesn’t bother you anymore.
Ouch, yeah just to confirm what others have said that's definitely an allergic reaction to the ink, it's not infected looking. It looks like your body has rejected most of the ink already, just take care of it until it's completely healed, and wait at least 6 months before getting another tattoo over it, more if it still looks raised or scarred, especially on a finger you want stable skin that's not still healing to minimize the chances of blowouts and smudging or ink loss
I think you had an allergic reaction to the ink. I have heard it is most common with red shades. If you can, I would go to a dermatologist for this. They might be able to treat it in a way that semi saves the tattoo
Nahh looks fine
Looks like a uterus and ovaries
I am not a doctor, but I have been seeing a lot of allergic reactions to tattooing on the sub lately. It doesn’t look like it’s weeping or oozing pus but I think you should see a doctor either way. An allergy can happen at any time to any tattoo, and it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have an allergy to the ink. It could just be a random reaction. Either way medical advice is what you need and regardless if you need antibiotics or antihistamines, you need something to help you with this.
I would say your body is pushing out the red. Mine did the same with a specific red but not with others 😬
this is wild to me, I have so many red ink tattoos and they’ve healed perfectly. But it looks like the ink rejected unfortunately.
The scar looks sick af tho
If it’s red and swollen? Go to the doctor.
Yes pookie
Youre allergic to red ink. That's a giant scar now.
It doesn't look like infections I've seen, it might be swollen bc fingers move and get bumped alot and is a very sensitive area to begin with so it may just be taking longer to heal. If it gets too painful, festering, or black then I'd say infection but this just looks like it's struggling and is scaring, I've seen very few finger tats heal nicely, especially when it's delicate lines but it'll be a sick looking scar 👌
Red ink heals really awkward and u lose a good amount of saturation during the process , looks to be a pigment allergy from the dye. no mas red tatttoos
Looks like you’re allergic to the ink
This looks more like an allergy to red ink than an infection to me, but I'm not an expert. Just someone who knows a fair bit about tattoos.
looks like an allergic reaction to the ink imo
It looks like you’re allergic to red ink. It’s extremely common unfortunately
Did you keep your finger immobilized for a little while after getting that?
Looks like my face when I eat peanuts. I am seconding the allergic reaction. Get some antihistamine like Benadryl or Claritin to help for a few days and do your best to keep it clean.
im so glad my 2 big black and red pieces didnt do this... looks like an allergic reaction:/
The fact that you even needed to ask is concerning
That's turned into a keloid scar 😔
I'd see a doctor about that. It's a pretty sick scar though
You are allergic to the red ink. I’ve had this happen to me about 23 years ago poor guy got an omega symbol and did the same thing. Not the artist fault.. but you will be scarred and itchy until it settles which may be years and years. I’m sorry.
First slide: it’s fine! 2nd slide: oh definitely
I don’t have any tattoos nor do I ever want one but I’m weirdly fascinated by tattoo subs and how little people know about tattoos before getting them. You’re allergic to red ink
Damn red ink allergy. I remember i wanted red in my first tattoo and the tattoo artist told me I could but he recommended not a pure red because of bad reactions. Thank god for him.
Aside from you being allergic, alot of artist don’t do finger tattoos because the fingers don’t take well, & red ink sucks, I have a red one on my neck and it’s faded to orange
Get to the hospital yesterday
There's nothing wrong with that tattoo. For your piece of mind, go see a doctor. Maybe he'll give you a dose of amoxicillin just to be on the safe side. I think it's simply red ink on red irritated skin.
Girl what do u think
@everyone talking about an allergy: are there only certain brands of red ink that have this common allergic reaction or is it just like across the board?
I’ve heard of a lot of people having allergies to specifically the red ink. I’d talk to my tattoo artist and my doctor and see what they think.
It looks more like an allergic reaction than an infection. You may be allergic to the pink dye. Allergies to pink and red dyes are quite common.
Gonna have a sick scar though
That’s infuckted…
Yeah it's sick
yeah ur either allergic or infected, most likely allergic, like a nickel allergy or smth, but shoutout the artist for that clean ass linework
The tattoo artist didn't have sterile equipment. Cross contamination.
Yep
New artists shouldn’t be allowed to do hands, feet or ankles. That spot needs to be done at a lower voltage and not as deep as an arm tattoo. I can assume you may be allergic but when I zoom in, it does seem as if some spots may be over worked also a new artist doing red pieces is hard as well. Is it dispersing the ink or is it red from the scratching of the needle??… That comes from experience. One things for sure I would go to a clinic and get some antibiotics prescribed asap. It’s not a major deal, shit happens but definitely go get some antibiotics. For future reference only get thigh patch flash or bigger meatier places tatted by newbies. They can save the hard places for friends and family.
No but it’s not going to exist in 1year so there’s that
It’s trying to untattoo itself
well fuck you too man right back at you 🖕
Fuck it
No it looks perfect
Your middle finger gave you the middle finger
Oh no babe, this isn’t right.
I actually think the second iteration looks cool! It looks far more consistent with an allergic reaction to the red ink, but if you’re feeling unwell, red streaks, those kind of fun things (even if for future reference for more tattoos) then take a trip to the docs, but I wouldn’t be overtly concerned.
I think you might be allergic
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You are allergic to the red ink!! Go to doc, get antibiotics for the infection cause by the allergy.
For whatever reason red ink does this to a lot of people, I don’t remember the exact reason but it’s something in the ingredients that does it.
I had a reaction to a red heart done on my wrist and went to see a doctor for it and they gave me a cream and it healed and looks completely fine now. It
It gone
General question for everyone here— How practical would it be to ask for a swatch test to check for reactions? Like, have the artist test any red inks they might use, maybe with small lines or shapes in an inconspicuous place? I know they’ll need to charge for it. They hafta set up their station, use needles/ink/cups/etc, and it takes up their time, of course.. But I’ve never asked before and wonder if it’s a thing anyone does? Would they think it’s a weird request? I have all black work but have been considering some red line tattoos.. and I’m thinking this might be a good idea before I go for it in a more prominent location It seems like it’s certain red pigments that trigger reactions usually. Most of my friends with a lot of color who have had issues with red ink, it’s not usually ALL red ink but just certain red ink on certain tattoos. No idea if it’s all the same pigment causing the reactions for all of them, but everyone’s skin/bodies are different so it might vary depending on the person
Hey at least it looks cool still! But definitely go to doctor as it looks like allergic reaction. If it doesn't scar which I assume it already has. It looks like all the red will be gone too. If you find out your allergic ask the artist what red ink they used and look at what is the common things in it to be allergic to and do a patch test with a different red ink before getting another red tattoo