AFTERCARE

The First Day

Leave the bandage on for 2-3 hours, be sure to wash your hands before removing the bandage.

Wash your tattoo gently but thoroughly with soap and hot water. Do not use anything abrasive such as a washcloth, but make sure the tattoo is clean before patting dry with a clean paper towel.

Sleeping

For the first three nights before bed, wash the tattoo and apply a very thin coat of Aquaphor ointment. Wrap the tattoo in plastic wrap and secure with paper tape. Remove the wrap in the morning and wash thoroughly.

Washing and Moisturizing

Continue to wash your tattoo 2-3 times per day until it is healed. For the first 3 days, apply a very thin coat of Aquaphor ointment after washing. After 3 days, switch to a light lotion or moisturizer.

DO NOT OVER MOISTURIZE!

What to avoid

Until your tattoo is fully healed, you should not go swimming or tanning. Avoid soaking the tattoo in water (showers are fine). Do not pick, scratch, or otherwise irritate the tattoo or the area around it. Always wash your hands prior to touching a healing tattoo.

questions?

Never hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We are happy to help, and our goal is for your new tattoo to heal quickly and easily.