AFTER-CARE

How do I take care of my fresh tattoo?

✿ Always wash your hands before touching.

✿Remove the bandage (tegaderm) after 2-3 days and carefully wash your tattoo with scent-free soap and warm water, no hot water. Repeat for about a few times daily for about 2 weeks.

✿ Dry only with paper towel or a CLEAN towel, not used for other things.

✿ Expect some itch after 3-4 days, apply a thin layer of tattoo aftercare lotion or unscented lotion when dryness/itchiness occurs.

✿ Do not scratch or pick at the tattoo scab, this will remove the ink from your skin and create a blotchy appearance.

✿ Tattoos should be fully healed between 2-4 weeks.

✿ No direct sun during the healing process, no hot baths, and use sunscreen once the tattoo is healed.

✿ Feel free to ask any questions, and remember that a tattoo touchup is available to you once the tattoo is fully healed. Don't worry if there are small inconsistencies, that's completely normal!

BEFORE-CARE

How do I prepare for getting my tattoo?

The comfy-er the better! Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows access to the area that will be tattooed. I've worn shorts under sweats in the winter when receiving a thigh tattoo, and a changing area/washroom is available if needed!

Make sure to be well-hydrated with some food in the belly. You can bring some water and a snack with you.

Do not consume alcohol before coming to your tattoo session, this can affect your decision-making process and alcohol specifically increases bleeding.

Bring your license/ID and a 3-layer mask or KN95 mask.

It's useful to note to all individuals that receiving a tattoo during or right before a menstrual cycle might increase the sensitivity of the skin.