Aftercare

How to care for your new fine-line tattoo

Proper care ensures that your tattoo heals beautifully and keeps its delicate details.

Your fresh tattoo will be covered with a transparent, latex-free bandage before you leave the studio. Keep this on for at least 24 hours, and up to 3 days.

Remove the bandage under running water, and gently peel up an edge. Remove like a command-strip, by pulling down and away from the tattoo, rather than up like a band-aid.

Gentle Cleaning: After removing the bandage, wash your tattoo with lukewarm water and mild, fragrance-free soap. Use clean hands and avoid scrubbing. There may be some residue from the adhesive remaining, this can be gently removed using a small amount of coconut oil.

Pat Dry & Moisturize: Gently pat dry with a clean paper towel and apply a thin layer of unscented tattoo aftercare ointment or fragrance-free lotion. Avoid overapplying, and do not use products containing petroleum (even Aquaphor).

Ongoing Care

Moisturize Regularly: Keep your tattoo hydrated with a light, fragrance-free lotion.
Avoid Sun & Water: Stay away from direct sunlight, swimming pools, and hot tubs for 2 weeks
Don’t Pick or Scratch: Let scabs or peeling skin fall off naturally to prevent any uneven healing
A touch-up may be necessary once healed. Touch-ups are complimentary within 1 year

Long-Term Care

Healthy, moisturized skin preserves your tattoo’s crispness.
Use Sunscreen: Protect your tattoo with SPF 30 or higher when exposed to the sun.

If you have questions or notice anything unusual during healing, like excessive redness or swelling, contact me. I’m here to help your tattoo look its best!