AFTERCARE

This is the way I’ve been taking care of my tattoos for years and have always had good results!


THE PROCESS

  • Leave bandage on for 1-2 hours

  • Wash tattoo immediately after removing bandage with soap and water - Liquid, unscented, antibacterial soap

  • Rinse tattoo thoroughly

  • Pat dry and continue to let it air dry for 20-30 minutes

  • Apply a VERY THIN layer of Aquaphor and rub all the way into the skin. Do not leave it on too thick!

  • Wash the tattoo twice a day, morning and at night

  • Apply Aquaphor after you wash the tattoo and throughout the day as needed

  • Repeat this process for 3-5 days then switch to an unscented lotion as needed instead of Aquaphor for the remainder of the healing process. Usually about 2 weeks total.

    IF USING DERM SHIELD

  • Leave bandage on for 3 days

  • Take bandage off and clean your tattoo right away with soap and water

  • Clean your tattoo daily and moisturize as needed with lotion until fully healed


THINGS TO AVOID

  • Submerging the tattoo in any body of water - Pools, baths, oceans, lakes, hot tubs, etc.

  • Direct exposure to sun for an extended period of time

  • Picking/scratching

  • Anything tight/rubbing/irritating the tattoo - Tight jeans, bras, watches, bracelets, etc.


ADDITIONAL NOTES

Always make sure your hands are clean when touching your new tattoo! Other than cleaning your tattoo and applying ointment just leave it alone and just let it do it’s thing. The first few days you may experience swelling, soreness, redness, etc. It’s common for a tattoo to get flaky or even get some scabbing, don’t pick or mess with it - let it come off on its own. If you have any questions feel free to contact me!