Aftercare

You’ve got your new tattoo. That’s exciting! Please take care of it and don’t hesitate to call the shop if you have any questions. We are here to help.

1.

Leave the bandage undisturbed for at least 3 hours. Some artists ask that you leave the bandage on over night. Listen to your artist, but also listen to your body. A good rule of thumb when healing a tattoo is; if it hurts, don’t do it.

2.

Remove the bandage and wash your tattoo with warm water and unscented soap. We recommend Dove or something antibacterial. If your soap has a scent, it will likely burn, so be prepared or avoid soaps with perfume. After every wash, allow your tattoo to air dry or gently pat it dry with a clean towel.

3.

Wash your new tattoo twice a day for 2 days. Then once daily, until it is completely healed.

4.

Begin applying an unscented lotion to the tattoo 2 days after you receive the tattoo, once it begins drying out. We recommend Aveeno for babies or something similar. No ointments are necessary and you should only require a minimal amount of lotion.

5.

Please do not pick at your new tattoo or try any clever home remedies. It is a wound, just let it heal. When your tattoo is in the final stages of healing it will be itchy. Do not scratch it. You can cause scarring by scratching your new tattoo. Cleansing and applying lotion help with the itching.

6.

Please do not go to the beach, sunbathe or use a jacuzzi/swimming pool until the tattoo is fully healed.