• Take care of your new tattoo by following the instructions I give you at your appointment. If you’re ever unsure or have questions, just shoot me an email—I’m here to help!

 

• Be gentle with your tattoo—it’s basically an open wound and needs extra love to heal properly.  

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• If I applied a second skin bandage, leave it on for 3-5 days unless you notice signs of an allergic reaction. In that case, remove it earlier. When it’s time to take it off, do it in a warm shower with clean hands—don’t peel it off dry, trust me, that’s no fun!  

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• Wash your tattoo with something gentle, like antibacterial or “no-soap” soap (Sanex Zero is a great option). Skip the washcloths and loofahs, and use a clean paper towel to pat it dry. Make sure it’s completely dry before you put on moisturizer—wet skin can cause unnecessary scabbing.  

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• When you moisturize, rub it in completely so there’s no shiny layer sitting on top. You’ll want to wash and moisturize about three times a day for the first two weeks, or anytime your tattoo touches something dirty.  

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• Leave scabs and flakes alone—don’t pick or scratch them! Picking can pull out pigment and might even cause scarring. Let them fall off naturally, no matter how tempting it is.

 

• Avoid anything fragranced, medicated, or textured (like exfoliating cleansers or moisturizers). Also, stay away from swimming, saunas, hot baths, and anything that soaks your tattoo for the first two weeks—it should only touch clean running water when you wash it. If you’re wearing tattoo film, you can still shower, just make sure the film isn’t soaking in water.  

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• Keep your tattoo out of direct sunlight for two weeks, and avoid clothes that might rub or irritate it while it’s healing. If you’re going somewhere with a lot of germs (like public transport or crowded places), take extra care to protect your tattoo.  

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• Remember, your tattoo is an open wound while it heals, so treat it with care to avoid infection. If you have concerns or just want to check in, send me a healed pic after two weeks to a month. I’d love to see how it’s settling in!