TATTOO AFTERCARE

first 2-3 houRS

Leave bandage on for 2-3 hours and until you are in a safe and clean environment to remove and clean the tattoos.
Before cleaning or touching the tattooed area, WASH HANDS thoroughly with soap and warm water.
Carefully remove the bandage without force. DO NOT pull bandage upwards. Sometimes excess color will come off on the bandage (this is normal).
If it sticks, wet the applied bandage and gently pull off so as not to damage any scabs or dry areas.
After removing the bandage, cleanse the area with mild soap and water. Gently rub with fingertips to remove plasma. Do not scrub the tattoo. Pat dry with a clean and dry paper towel.
Let the tattoo air dry completely for at least 10 minutes.
Apply a thin layer of ointment. We have aftercare available (Aquaphor is also acceptable). Pat any excess ointment with a dry paper towel. Applying too much ointment can cause breakouts.
Do not apply a new bandage to the tattoo after the first is removed.

3-5 DAYS

Continue to cleanse the tattoo for 3-5 days. Apply ointment 3-4x a day.
Do not allow tattoo to become dry. If a scab does form, DO NOT pick it, let it heal on its own.
Your tattoo will start to peel about 3-5 days later. At this point, switch to a fragrance free lotion or gentle moisturizer such as Lubriderm, as needed until completely healed.
Itching is expected. NEVER pick, scratch or peel it. This may result in loss of color.

GENERAL

Tattoos take 3-4 weeks to fully heal.
Once healed, regularly moisturize to keep skin soft and color bright
Avoid swimming and sun exposure for at least 2 weeks.
Sun exposure can damage a tattoo, always use a sun block with strong SPF when outdoors.

Do not use

Vaseline or petroleum jellies
Soap with fragrance, moisture beads or scrubs
Medicated ointment such as Neosporin
Iodine, peroxide, or alchohol-based solutions

THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR

You may experience some slight swelling, redness and discomfort around the site. If any of the following symptoms appear, promptly consult a health care provider:

Unusual draining
Excessive bleeding
Excessive pain or discomfort
Excessive swelling, redness, or skin that is hot to touch

still have questions?

No worries! Reach out to your artist direct or the shop at 732-988-1353!