Aftercare

First Wash

  1. Keep the dressing on for minimum of 2 hours don't exceed 4 hours!

  2. Remove the dressing and wash your hands wait antibacterial soap and water.

  3. Wash the tattoo with warm soapy water removing all residual ink & bodily fluids ect then carefully pat dry with a paper towel

  4. with clean hands massage a small amount of tattoo cream into the tattoo area a very thin layer covering the tattoo enough.

Tattoo aftercare advice

Washing

  • Wash tattoo with soap and water 1-2 times a day

  • Use your hands to gently wash the tattoo

  • Pat dry with a paper towel

  • Avoid washcloths or exfoliants

Moisturizing

  • Apply moisturizer or ointment after washing

  • Follow your artists recommended frequency and amount for product application

  • After 5 days, you can switch from an antibiotic ointment to a gentle fragrance-free body lotion

Avoid Scratching

  • Don't pick, scratch, or peel scabs

  • lets the scabs dry out and fall off by themselves

  • If itchy, use a moisturizing ointment

Avoid heat

  • Avoid saunas and steam room during the initial healing process

  • Excessive heat can cause your tattoo to sweat excessively, which may lead to color fading or infection

Avoid water

  • Avoid submerging your tattoo in water the first 2-4 weeks

  • Take short, lukewarm showers

  • Avoid pool, ocean, lakes or hot tubs

Keep your tattoo clean and moisturized at all times!