Aftercare

Aftercare can make or break a tattoo: if you have any questions regarding tattoo aftercare, ask us while you’re in the studio or give us a call: we’re happy to help!

Day 1

  1. Wait at least 2 hours before removing the bandage from the tattoo.
  2. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water prior to removing the bandage.
  3. Upon removing the bandage, gently wash the tattoo with warm water and unscented liquid antibacterial soap or pure castile soap. Wash until any excess ointment, ink, or blood has been removed from the tattoo.
  4. Gently pat dry with a clean paper towel (do not use a cloth towel).
  5. Allow the tattoo to breathe: do not re-bandage the tattoo. Leave the tattoo uncovered or wear loose clothing.
  6. Rest up and stay hydrated! Your skin needs to heal and staying rested and hydrated goes a long way.

Day 2-3

  1. Clean the tattoo as on day 1, 2-3 times each day, following the same process as on day 1, ensure you use unscented antibacterial soap and clean paper towels.
  2. After each cleaning and drying of the tattoo, gently apply a thin layer of unscented lotion or pure food-grade coconut oil to the tattoo.
  3. Instead of lotion, we strongly suggest *Hustle Butter, an all natural vegan petroleum replacement. It’s great for tattoo aftercare and available to purchase at our shop.

Day 4 and after

  1. Gently moisturize the tattoo with unscented lotion 2-3 times each day until the tattoo is fully healed.
  2. tattoos can take between 7 and 14 days to heal completely: this timeframe varies person to person.
  3.  You should be experiencing some light scabbing and flaking. This is normal: make sure you keep it moisturized and uncovered (or wear loose clothing) allowing your healing tattoo to breathe.

For a minimum of 2 weeks until the tattoo fully heals DO NOT:

  1. Expose the tattoo to prolonged direct sunlight
  2. Handle your tattoo with unwashed/dirty hands
  3. Pick at or scratch the tattoo
  4. Soak your tattoo in water (ie. bathing, swimming, etc.)
  5. Take part in prolonged strenuous physical activity (excessive sweating may damage the
    tattoo)

Dry Healing

  • Clean the tattoo 3 times in a day with sterile water or RO water for 7-10 days after the tattoo is done.
  • Do not apply any kind of moisturisers or cream on the tattoo for the next 7-10 days.
  • Avoid chlorine water, swimming, beaches, direct sunlight and Wear loose full sleeves to protect your tattoo from the sun.
  • Don’t apply soap on tattoo while bathing. Wash the tattoo separately.
  • Do not peel the scabs, let it come off on its own.
  • No exercise/gym or any other sweat related activity for first 2 weeks
  • After 7 days you can start applying Aliens stuff on the tattoo.
  • Antibiotic is mandatory after every tattoo. Please note that the artist is not supposed to suggest any kind of antibiotic. Let the doctors do their job.

What should I do if I get rashes around my tattoo?
Do not Panic! Contact your local doctor, he might suggest you some anti-rash ointments or anti-allergy tablets to cure it. Usually rashes go away within a few hours.