Do:

• Leave the tattoo bandaged overnight. (or as instructed by artist)

• Remove bandage. If bandage is stuck to the tattoo, place under gently running water for removal – this will

reduce the risk of damaging the tattoo.

• Once bandage is removed, using an unscented soap, wash the tattoo off VERY WELL with clean hands

and warm soapy water. For larger tattoos, or areas difficult to reach, it’s best to rinse the tattoo off in

the shower.

• When done washing the tattoo off, gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean/new towel and allow the

tattoo to air dry and breathe for 2-3 days.

• Once the tattoo starts to get to the itchy stage (approx. 4 -5 days), apply a thin amount of unscented

water based dry skin lotion (e.g. Lubriderm lotion - 24-hour moisture/fragrance free) to the tattoo 1-2

times a day at most.

• The lotion should be a thin layer that absorbs quickly. Too much lotion will cause your new tattoo to

scab excessively, and not allow it to breathe.

• Somewhere between 3 and 6 days, the tattoo will start to flake off like tissue paper. DO NOT pick at or

scratch the tattoo. Let the skin peel naturally. You will notice small pieces of dry skin containing color

coming off while using the lotion or washing the tattoo. This is normal - it is just the top layer of dead

skin coming off. Your tattoo is not disappearing.

• Call me if you have any questions or concerns regarding your tattoo.

Do Not:

• Do not re-bandage the tattoo once the bandage is completely removed.

• Do not allow direct sunlight on tattoo for first 2-3 weeks.

• Do not pick or scratch tattoo while it is peeling.

• Do not swim, take a bath, or enter a hot tub or sauna for one month or until the tattoo is completely

healed.

• Do not shave or wax the area until tattoo is completely healed.

• Do not apply Vaseline (petroleum jelly), alcohol, healing ointments (polysporin) or sun block to a

fresh tattoo.

Some extra stuff:

• Once you leave the shop, proper care of your tattoo is your responsibility.

• Small amounts of color may appear on clothing or sheets for first few days.

• When tattoo is peeling, color will appear in pieces of dry skin.

• If the tattoo is in an area where it can be exposed to the air, allow it to breathe. Allowing the tattoo to

breathe will help the healing. Your body and oxygen are going to heal the tattoo. If possible, wear

loose fitting clothing over the tattoo and be careful not to suffocate tattoo with socks or pantyhose.