If bandaged with a second skin, leave the bandage on for 24 hours.

If bandaged with seran wrap, leave on overnight.

Treat your new tattoo as an open wound. Never touch it without washing your hands first.
 

Do not let pets rub against, or lick your tattoo. Be mindful of sleeping with clean sheets free of fur.
 

Once you’ve removed the bandage, it’s important to immediately wash your hands first, and then wash the tattooed area with unscented antibacterial soap.

(It’s normal to see inky blood/plasma when first taking off the wrap).
 

We recommend using an unscented dial pump soap, or an unscented bar soap such as dove.
 

Wash your tattoo twice a day (if you’ve been exercising, sweating, or have some in contact with a questionable surface; it’s okay to wash it more than twice).
 

After washing the tattoo, pat it dry with a clean paper towel and apply a very thin amount of A&D or Aquaphor. Wipe off any excess ointment, use just enough so it appears a little shiny but covers the whole area.
 

Use ointment for just 3-4 days and then switch to an unscented lotion and apply twice a day for 2 weeks. We encourage clients to use lotion even after the tattoo has healed, in order to keep your artwork looking vibrant!
 

During the first week of healing, your tattoo will flake off like a bad sunburn. Let it peel off naturally when washing ~ picking at it, or peeling it, can remove ink from the skin and effect how it looks healed.

 

It’s common for tattoos to itch during the healing process. You can gently rub or slap your tattoo if need be, however DO NOT ITCH your tattoo. Scratching can cause infection.

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Do not go in open waters such as lakes, pools, hot tubs, etc. for 10+ days, they are full of bacteria. Showering is fine and encouraged. Short showers with warm water (not overly hot). Baths are discouraged, as submerging your fresh tattoo in water will ruin the healing process.
 

Don’t put your tattoo in direct sunlight for the first few weeks. Once healed, use sunblock. Email Ricky if you have ANY questions regarding healing and care. He is always here to help!