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Aftercare

Aftercare is an essential part of completing your tattoo.

The following guidelines are meant to help your tattoo heal beautifully and remain timeless over time.

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🕒 Immediately After Your Appointment

  • Your tattoo will be covered with Second Skin (or regular wrap if you prefer).

  • If using Second Skin, I recommend removing it after 24 hours.

🩹 Removing Second Skin

  • If the Second Skin does not come off easily, do NOT force it.

  • Apply a thick layer of moisturizer (Aquaphor recommended) starting from the edges.

  • Gently lift one corner of the Second Skin and massage the moisturizer underneath, between your skin and the bandage.

  • Slowly work your way around, removing it little by little.

 

❗ If it still won’t come off easily:

  • It’s completely okay to leave the Second Skin on for one more day (up to 48 hours).

  • Do not pull or rip it off forcefully.

🚿 Showering

  • Showering is not recommended within the first 24 hours after getting tattooed.

  • Do not remove the Second Skin in the shower. It should be removed after showering, not during.

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  • When you do shower:

  • Avoid hot water.

  • Do not let soap of any kind touch the tattoo.

  • Do not rub or scrub the tattoo area.

  • Keep the tattoo as protected as possible during the shower.

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  • After showering:

  • Gently wipe the area with antibacterial wipes.

  • Apply Aquaphor again.

​🧼 Cleaning & Care (first month)

  • For the first week, I do not recommend using antibacterial soap.

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  • Instead:

     

    1. Gently rinse the tattoo with clean, running water.

    2. Lightly wipe with antibacterial wipes.

    3. Apply a thin layer of moisturizer.

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  • Repeat this routine 2–3 times a day.

 

* This general care routine is recommended for the first month to support proper healing.

⚠️ Itching & Peeling

  • As the tattoo heals, itching and peeling are completely normal.

  • Do NOT scratch, and do NOT pick or peel any flaking skin.

  • Let the skin shed naturally—forcing it can damage the tattoo and affect healing.

💧 Long-Term Care (After 1 Month)

  • Even after the first month, daily moisturizing is important for healthy skin overall.

  • Tattoos especially benefit from consistent hydration, so I highly recommend continuing to moisturize regularly.

  • Whenever you’re outdoors, please apply sunscreen to your tattoo and your entire body to protect your skin and help your tattoo age beautifully.

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