Tattoo Aftercare

-replace initial saran wrap no more than 2 hours after tattoo appointment

-wash tattoo gently with antibacterial soap and warm water

-pat dry gently with clean towel or paper towel

-use a NEW piece of saran wrap on your tattoo do NOT put any ointment on it

-repeat this process 3x daily for the next 3 days

-at the beginning of the fourth day, remove wrap, wash tattoo, and apply a nonscented lotion as needed

-reapply lotion as needed for the next 2-3 weeks

-wash tattoo as needed or in the shower with antibacterial soap

-stay away from gym equipment for the first 3-5 days

-if working out during the first 5 days, wash tattoo thoroughly after to remove any sweat

-no swimming or soaking tattoo for the first 2 weeks

-no sun exposure for three weeks

-DO NOT PICK AT OR TOUCH YOUR TATTOO

-peeling will start 3-5 days after application, DO NOT PICK OR SCRATCH AT YOUR TATTOO!

-itchiness is a normal part of the healing process!