TATTOO AFTERCARE

• Leave bandage on for 2-3 hours and until you are in a safe and clean environment to remove and clean the tattoo.
• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

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

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