Aftercare
Your artist will give you care steps for your specific tattoo and wrap. When in doubt, follow what they told you in the studio — this page is general guidance only.
First hours
- Leave the wrap on for the time your artist specified.
- Wash your hands, remove the wrap carefully, and gently wash with mild unscented soap and lukewarm water.
- Pat dry with a clean paper towel — don’t rub.
Days that follow
- Keep the area clean. Apply a thin layer of the ointment or lotion your artist recommended — a little goes a long way.
- Avoid soaking (pools, ocean, baths, long showers) until healed enough — typically a couple of weeks; ask your artist.
- Skip tight clothing that rubs the tattoo, and skip picking or peeling scabs.
- Stay out of direct sun and use SPF once the tattoo is healed enough for exposure.
When to message us
Reach out if you see spreading redness, increasing pain, pus, fever, or anything that worries you. We’re happy to help triage and advise next steps.
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