aftercare

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your artist directly

 

What you’ll need:

  1. Unscented Lotion

  2. Unscented Soap

If you were given Hypafix

Please remove your Hypafix after 2-5 days. The best way to remove it is to find an edge and pull along the skin (more of a stretch and less of a wax pull.) We recommend removing running the Hypafix under warm water or removing in the shower to help loosen the adhesive.

If you were given clear wrap/black bandage

Please remove your bandage after a few hours. With clean hands, peel off the tape and remove the wrap/bandage.

Once your tattoo is exposed, wash it carefully in cold water, gently applying a unscented soap with your fingers (never use a cloth) to remove all surface blood. Rinse with cold water, pat with a clean towel, and air-dry. Do not over clean, it will dry the skin.

After 4-5 days, your tattoo may start to peel and scab. This is normal - very much like your body would react to a sunburn. DO NOT pick or peel the skin away. Let it fall off naturally during washing. Colours may fade during this process but will return when healing is completed.

Lotion will prevent your tattoo from drying out. I recommend starting to lotion a few days after removing the Hypafix, when it starts to feel tight/dry. Always apply sparingly, applying 1-2 times a day at most. Too much prevents the skin/tattoo from breathing and could cause the ink to leak from the skin. If this happens, discontinue use, wash the tattoo, pat it dry, and consult your tattoo artist at your earliest convenience.

After a few weeks, all scabbing should be gone, but the tattooed area may still be sensitive. Continue regular cleaning and application of lotion. Exposure to the sun is the #1 cause of tattoo fading. Always use sunblock once your tattoo is healed (at least SPF-30 sunscreen that provides UVA and UVB protection).

If you notice any lighter lines, small gaps, or inconsistencies in your tattoo soon after it heals, please contact your artist regarding a touch up.

Do not re-bandage the tattoo
Do not apply Vaseline, lanolin, or petroleum-based products
Do not apply alcohol to your new tattoo
Do not rub, scratch or pick at your healing tattoo
Do not expose your tattoo to direct sunlight, go swimming, or soak in a hot tub, bathtub or sauna/steam bath for 2-3 weeks