Tattoo Aftercare

Keep bandage over tattoo for at least two hours.
Wash hands and tattoo with anti-bacterial soap (such as Provon, Gold, or unscented Dial), massaging the tattoo thoroughly with the soft part of your hand. *Do not scrub, do not use a washcloth or any other rough materials to clean your tattoo.

Rinse well & blot dry with a paper towel. Leave tattooed area uncovered for two to three minutes before applying ointment.
Apply a light coat of ointment (we recommend Aquaphor) over the tattooed area. rub in well with fingertips and be sure not to smother your tattoo. If too much ointment is applied, place a paper towel over the tattoo, press lightly with the hand, and gently peel off.

For the first two nights, you may reapply a bandage similar to the one applied by the artist. remove bandage after awakening.

Repeat washing and applying ointment every two hours for the first two days & three times a day on days three through five.
Do not soak tattoo in water (hot tubs, pools, baths, etc) for two weeks. Absolutely no chlorinated water! Do not expose tattooed area to the sun for at least one month. Do not pick or scratch the tattoo. It is normal for the tattoo to itch and peel during the healing process. A quick, light slap on the area may relieve the irritation.
Please feel free to contact us concerning any questions.

Keep bandage over tattoo for at least two hours.