AFTERCARE

TATTOOS

How To Take Care of Your New Tattoo
Follow Your Artists Instructions
 
Always follow the directions given to you by your tattoo artist – they will know how best to take care of your new piece and if it requires any unique attention.
 
Typical aftercare procedure is:
1) Leave your tattoo derm (bandaging) on for 3-4 days, unless liquid is leaking from the bandage, in which case remove as soon as possible.

2) When removing tattoo derm, it is usually easiest to do under running warm water with unscented soap while you pull the bandaging slowly downward.
 
3) Use clean paper towel to pat your tattoo dry.
 
4) Healing time will differ, but you want to wait until your tattoo feels dry (likely the case if you have kept your derm on for the recommended 4 days) before you begin applying unscented moisturizer.
 
5) Clean your tattoo twice daily (and as circumstances require), once in the morning and once at night with warm water and unscented soap, pat dry and then apply unscented moisturizer until your tattoo has fully healed (generally between 21-30 days)
 
Tattoo Healing Dont’s
For the first 30 days with your new tattoo, you must avoid the following: 
  • Exposing the tattoo to direct sunlight
  • Submerging your tattoo in water for long periods (no baths or swimming)
  • Exfoliating/shaving or waxing the tattooed area
  • Any unnecessary touching, especially by pets or other contaminants
  • Moisturizing with petroleum jellies or petroleum based moisturizers
  • Send a Photo of Your Healed Piece To Your Tattoo Artist
Artists love to see photos of their healed work! This also gives your artist an opportunity to determine how your piece has healed and see if you need to be booked in for a touch-up.
 
Long-Term Tattoo Care
The longevity of your tattoo is mostly in your hands, the better you take care of your skin, the better your piece is going to age. Moisturize often and do your best to always keep tattoos out of the sun unless you’ve applied sunscreen!
 
Any Questions We Didn’t Answer?
Don’t be afraid to reach out to us either by phone or email and someone would be more than happy to walk your through any questions you might have.

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