Aftercare

How should you take care of your new tattoo? Let us tell you!

Leave the derm on for 3-6 days
- You will get a fluid build up. This is blood, plasma, & excess ink (completely normal).
- If you get a large fluid sack, you can lift a corner to drain it and press it back down or remove the derm early
Remove it by stretching it (like a command strip) or pulling it down over itself
- Do not pull it away from yourself or you can cause irritation
Wash the area with unscented soap (Dial Gold or Dr Bronner’s are most common)
Moisturize with white lotion that’s fragrance free or Gallipot Healing Balm
Rub in a thin layer of moisturizer with clean hands until fully absorbed into the skin
Wash & moisturize 2-3 times a day
- As it heals, it will get itchy and flaky (completely normal). Do not scratch or pick at it. The flaking will come off when you wash it. Smack the tattoo lightly instead of scratching.
- For best results, keep using the 0.5oz balm once a day until it's gone (even after the 4 weeks)

Avoid vigorous activity for the first 24 hours (read: sweaty)
Do not swim for 2 weeks
Keep your fresh tattoo out of the sun for 2-4 weeks and then use sunscreen when you are in the sun

Your tattoo will take 2-4 weeks to fully heal. If you have a medical condition that can effect healing, it can be up to 6-8 weeks.

If you're unsure if something seems normal, please don't hesitate to reach out!

*If you are not using the derm, you will wash the tattoo immediately after you get home & follow the rest of the instructions as written*