tattoo aftercare
recommended products: aquaphor, hustle butter
always wash your hands before touching your tattoo. treat your tattoo like an open wound—keep it clean and let it breathe.
remove the bandage within 3-4 days.
gently wash your tattoo with antibacterial liquid soap using only your hands. no washcloths or exfoliants.
pat dry with a clean paper towel or let air dry—do not rub.
wash 1–2 times daily unless it gets dirty. overcare can cause irritation.
apply a thin layer of ointment, 1–2 times daily.
always use clean hands and avoid dipping back into the ointment after touching your tattoo.
do not use vaseline, petroleum, neosporin.
wear clean, soft clothing for the first two weeks—nothing abrasive.
your tattoo will peel—this is normal! do not pick at it.
scratch AROUND your tattoo if it gets itchy. do not slap it or scratch it directly.
things to avoid:
picking, scratching, peeling, slapping, or rubbing your tattoo.
soaking for two weeks—no swimming, baths, or hot tubs. showers are okay.
sun exposure for at least three weeks—use sunblock after that.
wearing abrasive clothing, jewelry, or shoes that rub against your tattoo.
letting others touch your tattoo without washing their hands.
the gym for at least 48 hours or more according to your artist.