Aftercare

Aftercare

Instructions for tattoo aftercare, including keeping the wrap on for 2-6 hours, washing, drying, air drying the tattoo for 10-30 minutes, moisturizing for two days, and showering twice daily.

Recommended products:

Soap: Dial Gold Antibacterial, Dr. Bronners Unscented

Aquaphpor

Lotions: Lubriderm, Eucerin, Jergens, Aveeno

Traditional Method

Do’s + Don’ts

Do

  • Wash twice daily+ moisturize lightly

  • Wear loose/soft clothing that doesn’t chafe your tattoo during healing

  • Keep tattoo out of direct sun or cover with clothing while out

  • Use SPF and moisturize your tattoo regularly AFTER its fully healed (3-4 weeks)

  • Stay hydrated and be kind to your body :)

  • Send healed photos!

Don’ts

  • Over moisturize with thick layers of lotion, moisturize more than twice a day maximum

  • Soak in water ( baths, swimming, hot tubs) during the first 2-4 weeks.

  • Not cleaning tattoo after sweating

  • Tan or expose in direct sun

  • Pick scabs or scrub tattoo while healing

  • Wear tight clothing that chafes the tattoo

  • Drink alcohol excessively during the first 24 hours