Tattoo After-care

• Leave the wrapping on for 2-5 hours after your tattoo, then give it a thorough but gentle wash with warm soapy water. Pat the area dry with a clean paper towel then allow it to air dry. When completely dry, apply a small amount of aftercare to the area. I recommend Hustle Butter or coconut oil. Avoid using chemical ingredients as these can irritate the skin.

• You will need to repeat the above washing regime at least twice a day or when your tattoo gets dirty or starts to feel tight and dry. Keep them scabs malleable! 

• Remember it is an open wound. Avoid clothing that is too tight or rubs on the tattooed area. Having fresh sheets on your bed is a great idea. Don't rub a cat on it. 

• If your tattoo continues to weep or bleed after this time, make sure to clean it again as leaving excess blood or sebum on the tattoo will cause a larger scab than is necessary, making the healing process more difficult.

• The condition of your immune system will contribute greatly to the healing of your tattoo, so being well rested and in an overall state of good health is best practice.

• Your tattoo will take about two weeks to do the majority of its healing, during this time it important to keep it out of the sun, avoid soaking it in water (washing is fine, but no soaking in the tub or swimming)

• About 5-7 days in it will start to flake off thin scabs. It is very important that you do not pick or scratch at these scabs and take care to be gentle when washing or applying aftercare. If these scabs are pulled off before they are ready, they will take the lower layer of skin with it, leaving a hole in your tattoo.

• Remember that any action that pulls or breaks the scab during the healing process can also lead to drop out, so avoid any activities that risk putting undue pressure on the tattoo.

• If the tattoo gets any redder and sorer than it was on the day it was tattooed, you may have an infection. Seek medical advice.

Happy Healing!