Bactine is a first-aid pain-relief spray containing lidocaine and benzalkonium chloride. Tattoo artists commonly use it to protect and heal the skin during tattooing.
Tattoo Aftercare Attributes
Tattoo aftercare products should possess healing, moisturizing, soothing, and infection-prevention properties. Numbing Bactine can be effective as a tattoo numbing spray. It helps ease pain during a tattoo session but should be applied after outlining is completed to achieve maximum effect.
Ingredients and Benefits
Bactine contains lidocaine hydrochloride, epinephrine, known for numbing the skin, and benzalkonium chloride to prevent bacteria. While it can reduce pain and speed up healing, it may cause allergic reactions, delay healing, and make stretching difficult. It is better to choose products specifically formulated for tattoo aftercare.
Bactine as an Antiseptic
Bactine is an antiseptic and pain reliever for minor wounds, bruises, and burns. Its two main ingredients, lidocaine, and benzalkonium chloride, work together to relieve discomfort and kill germs. However, it may not be the optimal antiseptic for Tattoos as it can delay healing and affect the final result.
Pain Relief and Antiseptic Wash
Bactine can provide comfort during tattoo procedures by soothing skin irritations and speeding up healing. It contains lidocaine to numb the skin and benzalkonium chloride to kill bacteria. However, it should not be used as aftercare, as it can lead to delayed healing, difficulty stretching, and removal of tattoo stencils.
Benzalkonium Chloride
Bactine Max is an antiseptic spray with lidocaine and benzalkonium chloride. It reduces bacteria growth and promotes faster healing of tattoos. It is best used during session breaks to maximize its effectiveness.
Alternative Anesthetic Creams
Before tattooing, Hush, Derma Numb, and System One Tattoo Ice are recommended anesthetic creams. They effectively numb the tattoo area and require less rubbing than other products. Use them during session breaks for optimal results.
Cautionary Note
While Bactine has some qualities of an aftercare product or numbing agent, it should not be used on Tattoos without being specifically tailored. It can hinder healing time, cause infections, and result in skin swelling and itching.
