Aftercare
Aftercare Instructions
How to care for your new tattoo.
Remove the Bandage
Carefully remove your bandage and any wrapping approximately 4-6 hours after finishing your tattoo.
Wash Your Tattoo
Wash your tattoo with soap and water. Just keep it simple with fragrance free good 'ol soap.
Pat Dry
Carefully pat your tattoo dry, don't wipe, to ensure you don't disturb the healing process.
Apply Ointment
Apply a tiny amount of ointment for NO LONGER THAN 3 DAYS. Use A&D Ointment or Aquaphor.
Switch to Lotion
After no more than 3 days, switch from ointment to a very light lotion such as Cetaphil.
Lotion Up
Apply a light lotion 203 times / day until your tattoo is done flaking (usually 5-7 days).
Avoid these No-Go's
Avoid these no-go's until you're completely healed.
- No Direct Sunlight
- No Soaking or Swimming
- DON'T PICK AT IT!
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