Tattoo Aftercare
(333 Rule: 3 Days Bandage, 3 Days Aquaphor, and 3 weeks Non-Scented Lotion)
The bandages applied can be removed within 1-3 hours or may stay on for 3 days at max!(NOTE: If bandage is left on for more than ONE day an inksac may occur with the bandage on, this is totally harmless, remove with a pin size hole!)
When removing the bandage run under LUKEWARM water and peel away as it’s a bandaid!
Wash your tattoo with a anti-bacterial soap after removing the bandage!
Apply Aquaphor, Tattoo Goo or and A&D ointment of your preference.(Allow skin to fully dry before applying ointment! A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY! Use less to keep from trapping moisture, a thick layer will cause fading!!)
Follow above instructions for the next three days, three times a day!(Or every time you remember, lets be honest we all have so much to remember!)
On the Fourth day switch to FRAGRANCE-FREE lotion!(Example: Lubiderm Fragrance-Free Daily Moisture)
Moisturize the tattoo with the FRAGRANCE-FREE lotion as often as it looks dry for 3 WEEKS!
NO sun exposure or water submerging for 2 WEEKS!
Use sunscreen only after the tattoo is fully healed(IMPORTANT: Tattoos DO NOT heal completely for 6-8 WEEKS)
DO NOT pick or scratch your tattoo(Doing so will cause the tattoo to fade and possibly scar in that area!)
Scabbing, redness, raised parts, swelling, bruising and itching sensation is all NORMAL for a new tattoo!(Note: If any complications last more than 2 weeks please consult your physician!)
AVOID ALL fragrance lotions, body washes and soaps for the entire healing process!
Wear loose clothing to AVOID any rubbing or pulling scabs off!
If you have any further questions about you treatment of aftercare please feel free to contact Nomad Ink!