As others have said, it’ll be uncomfortable but I think you’ll be ok. I had my ankle done on a Thursday and then walked around a convention for the next three days. And the days after are worse than the day of, so you should be good.

Your ankle bones and shinbones lie just beneath thin layers of skin, making it very painful to be tattooed in these areas. Ankle and shin tattoos usually cause severe pain. It’s about the same level of pain caused by tattooing over your rib cage.

We still advise you to wait for at least 2 weeks before you put on any kind of socks or shoes. After all, the tattoo you got is permanent, so you don’t want to mess with something that will remain a part of your body. However, after 2 weeks, you can start wearing open shoes.

“Anything that is very tight to the skin can rub on it and cause the tattoo to heal poorly and then need to be retouched,” he says. Cantwell explains, “Once the tattoo is healed, typically about 2 weeks from when you get it done, you can wear boots to your heart’s content.

After all, these are parts of your body that see a lot of use, wear, and tear on a daily basis. For that reason, and because the skin on your feet is quite thin, foot and even ankle tattoos are particularly prone to tattoo blowout and fading.

Can I swear socks? You sure can! Wear clean socks & shoes just like you normally would, and wash the tattoo after you take them off. It is not necessary to apply a barrier between the tattoo and your sock.

Quickly becoming one of the most popular placements for tattoos, the ankle is an ideal space for newbies and collectors alike! Due to the ankles less noticeable position, ankle tattoos are the perfect selection for those looking to get their first tattoo, or for those seeking to have a more personal piece.

Until the healing process is finished, your tattoo is vulnerable to infection or irritation. 3 After those first two critical weeks, you can begin to wear shoes when needed, but you still need to baby your tattoo a bit. Take your shoes off as soon as possible and then wash and treat the tattoo immediately.

Gently wash the tattoo with antimicrobial soap and water and be sure to pat dry. Apply a layer of antibacterial/Vaseline ointment twice a day, but don’t put on another bandage. Gently wash your tattoo area twice a day with soap and water and gently pat dry before reapplying the antibacterial/Vaseline ointment.

For that reason, and because the skin on your feet is quite thin, foot and even ankle tattoos are particularly prone to tattoo blowout and fading.

How long do you have to wait? After finishing your tattoo, your tattoo artist will most likely suggest that you wait at least 48 hours before strenuous physical activity and heavy sweating. The important words are “at least.” It generally takes 4 to 6 weeks for a wound to heal.