First 24 hours
- Wash hands before touching your tattoo.
- Follow your artist’s instructions for removing bandage or second skin.
- Clean gently with lukewarm water and mild unscented soap.
- Pat dry with a clean paper towel — do not scrub.
Aftercare
Healing instructions
Use this page for your real shop aftercare. I left the structure simple so you can drop in your actual process and adjust by wrap type if needed.
Ongoing healing
- Apply a light layer of recommended aftercare product.
- Do not pick, scratch, or over-moisturize.
- Avoid swimming, soaking, and direct sun while healing.
- Loose clean clothing is your friend.
When to reach out
Mild flaking and tenderness are normal. If something looks excessive, painful, hot, or unusual, contact your artist. If you suspect infection, seek medical care.