Put simply, the goal of stylistics is to describe the linguistic features of the object of analysis in such a way as to demonstrate their âfunctional significance for the interpretation of the textâ (Wales, 2001: 438). Its relationship to literary theory is a complex one.
One part of this is making sure you do not go swimming or soak your new tattoo in water for at least two weeks and up to four weeks, depending on the rate that your tattoo heals. During the weeks immediately after getting your new tattoo, you should consider it an open wound that needs to heal and seal itself.
Q: How long after getting a tattoo can you go swimming? A: Healing time of a tattoo can vary depending on the person and location of the tattoo. The average healing time is 2-4 weeks and during that time you should stay out of pools as chlorine will lighten the tattoo. Q: How often should I clean my tattoo? A: Follow your care instructions when it comes to cleaning a new tattoo.