Tattoo Aftercare
Do:
- Wash tattoo after removing bandage with fragrance-free liquid soap. We like Dr. Bronners.
- Pat dry with a clean lint-free paper towel, then allow to air dry.
- Apply fragrance-free lotion when the tattoo feels tight or dry. Popular brands include Lubriderm, CeraVe, and Aveeno.
- When using lotion, wash hands first and apply only a thin layer.
- Keep heavily scented soaps and lotions away from your tattoo while it's healing.
Do Not:
- Pick or scratch the tattoo.
- Re-bandage your tattoo.
- Soak tattoo in water or do any kind of swimming for at least 3 weeks.
- Apply thick layers of lotion.
- Expose the tattoo to direct sunlight for at least 2 weeks.
- Take advice from friends and/or Google.
