Tattoo Aftercare Instructions

Wash and moisturize 2-3 times a day as needed for 2-3 weeks.
Do not pick or scratch.
Always handle your tattoo gently, with clean hands only.

To Clean: Use fragrance-free, liquid soap from a bottle. Never use bar soap on your tattoo.
To Moisturize: Lightly apply a thin layer of petroleum-free ointment or unscented lotion.

Dri-Loc Bandage: Wear for up to 4 hours, then wash the area and allow to air dry for 5-10 minutes before moisturizing.

Dermal Bandage: Wear for 1-7 days. Remove bandage if it contains excessive liquid/plasma, is blistering at the edge, or part of the tattoo becomes exposed. It is easiest to remove the bandage at the end of a warm shower, which also makes cleanup easier. Any residual adhesive can be gently massaged away with coconut oil.

• Wash with soap and warm water, using your hands only. Do not use a washcloth or loofah.

• Pat the tattoo area dry with a clean paper towel. Do not dry your tattoo with your bath/shower towel.

• Do not submerge in standing water: No baths, pool, or hot tub for 4 weeks. No rivers, lakes, oceans, etc for 8 weeks.

• Do not expose to direct sunlight or tanning beds.

• Wear loose fitting clothing over the tattooed area.

• Avoid contact with pets and animal fur. Do not allow your pets to sleep in bed with you.

• Avoid exercise for 1-2 weeks – especially sweaty cardio and shared gym environments.