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Eyebrow tattoo contamination risk
I got my eyebrows tattooed at a beauty salon that has a certificate (per 3 years) from the ministry of health in my country.
Although she used a new needle and new ink, I'm concerned whether she followed sterilization for the rest of the materials that may or may not be disposable. She used the top part of the tattoo pen's cartridge to spread the numbing cream through my eyebrows before using the needle. The cartridge should be easily removed from the bottom part of the pen and then disposed of (as per government's guidelines), but when I later asked her what she does and if she disinfects it, she vaguely said yes.
I don't feel I can trust her anymore for many reasons. I was the one to have to ask her to clean my eyebrows before tattooing. If she didn't even think of that, I'm not sure how she handles her equipment.
When tattooing, ink splatters all over the place, including that cartridge. And I just don't know if she throws it away along with the needle in a plastic container or has some method to clean and sterilize it.
I'm terribly worried, how big is the risk of virus infections like hiv and hepatitis? Although this is a certified salon, inspections are only once per year.
I'll add that I tend to worry very easily, and I shall be seeking some professional help to relieve anxiety. Until then, it would be helpful to hear your thoughts.
Although she used a new needle and new ink, I'm concerned whether she followed sterilization for the rest of the materials that may or may not be disposable. She used the top part of the tattoo pen's cartridge to spread the numbing cream through my eyebrows before using the needle. The cartridge should be easily removed from the bottom part of the pen and then disposed of (as per government's guidelines), but when I later asked her what she does and if she disinfects it, she vaguely said yes.
I don't feel I can trust her anymore for many reasons. I was the one to have to ask her to clean my eyebrows before tattooing. If she didn't even think of that, I'm not sure how she handles her equipment.
When tattooing, ink splatters all over the place, including that cartridge. And I just don't know if she throws it away along with the needle in a plastic container or has some method to clean and sterilize it.
I'm terribly worried, how big is the risk of virus infections like hiv and hepatitis? Although this is a certified salon, inspections are only once per year.
I'll add that I tend to worry very easily, and I shall be seeking some professional help to relieve anxiety. Until then, it would be helpful to hear your thoughts.
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