Tattoo Aftercare

Immediate Care

First 24 Hours


Leave bandage on for 2–4 hours.

Wash gently with fragrance-free soap + lukewarm water.

Pat dry with clean towel — do not rub.

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Healing Process

( Weeks 1–4 )


Apply thin layer of recommended ointment/lotion 2–3x daily.

Expect light peeling/itching — don’t scratch or pick.

Avoid swimming, tanning, or soaking. Keep tattoo out of direct sunlight.

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Long-Term Care


Always use sunscreen on healed tattoos.

Moisturize to keep lines crisp.

Healthy lifestyle = healthy skin = long-lasting tattoo.

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