AFTER YOU GET YOUR TATTOO:
For your convenience we offer a full
line of aftercare products. Ask your artist which is right for you.
The life of your tattoo depends
on the care it receives in the first few days. Please follow our recommendations for the proper care of your tattoo.
DAY 1-2:
After 1 hour:
1.
Remove plastic or bandage and wipe ointment and plasma off with a moist paper towel.
If the bandage is stuck to your tattoo, soak in cold water before trying to remove. DO NOT RUB.
Dried blood and ink may be removed with gentle washing (using your finger tips) with anti-bacterial/anti-microbial soap and
water. DO NOT scratch or pick at the wound. Use a clean paper towel and pat dry. Once completely
dried go to step 2.
2. Apply a thin layer of aftercare ointment
(available at our front counter) DO NOT use Neosporin, Lanolin, or any petroleum based product. Wait 15 Minutes,
if plasma re-appears, wipe area and re-apply ointment. Repeat process until plasma no longer appears. Bandaging
is NOT necessary. It is critical that you remove the fluid and keep the tattoo moist for the first few days after receiving
your new tattoo.
DAY 3-4:
Clean tattoo at least twice a day using anti-bacterial/anti-microbial
soap. Apply a thin coat of aftercare ointment throughout the day.
DAY 5-15:
Apply an unscented body lotion as needed, If your tattoo itches, slap it. Remember, tattoos take
2-3 weeks to heal.
DURING THE 2 WEEK HEALING PROCESS:
- DO NOT scratch,
pick, or peel. DO NOT allow the tattoo to dry out.
- DO NOT expose to direct sunlight
- NO swimming; soaking
in tubs or Jacuzzis; NO saunas; NO tanning; NO skin to skin contact; NO Vaseline, Lanolin or Petroleum products; NO contact
with people or pets; avoid contact sports. After showering, pat the tattoo dry with a paper towel and re-apply aftercare
ointment or lotions according to healing stage.
