Aftercare

Day 1 — The First Few Hours

Leave the bandage on for the time I recommend (usually 2–4 hours, or longer if using Saniderm/second skin). When you remove it:

• Wash gently with lukewarm water and a fragrance-free soap
• Pat dry with a clean paper towel — never use a cloth towel
• Let it air dry for 10–15 minutes
• Apply a thin layer of unscented moisturizer or the aftercare product I recommend

Days 2–3 — Keep It Clean

Wash your tattoo 2–3 times a day with the same fragrance-free soap. Apply a thin layer of moisturizer after each wash. Your tattoo may feel warm, slightly swollen, and look red — that's normal.

Days 4–14 — The Peeling Phase

Your tattoo will start to peel and flake. This is completely normal — it's just the top layer of skin shedding.

• DO NOT pick, scratch, or peel the flaking skin
• Continue washing and moisturizing gently
• It might feel itchy — tap it lightly instead of scratching
• The colors may look dull during this phase — they'll come back

Weeks 2–4 — Almost There

The surface is mostly healed but the deeper layers are still recovering. Keep moisturizing daily. Avoid direct sun exposure on the tattoo — UV will fade your ink fast.

Long-Term Care

Your tattoo is fully healed after about 4–6 weeks. To keep it looking sharp for years:

• Always use sunscreen (SPF 30+) on your tattoo when exposed to sun
• Stay moisturized — healthy skin = vibrant ink
• If anything looks off during healing, reach out to me