Tattoo Aftercare Instructions

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 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.

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.

Wash your bedsheets and wear clean clothing every day.

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.