Avoid Harmful Products
Avoid scented moisturizers that can cause faded spots or irritation to ensure proper tattoo healing. Use an ointment recommended by tattoo artists to lock in moisture and maintain the vibrancy of your tattoo.
Keep it Clean
Prevent infection and complications by washing your hands for at least 20 seconds before touching your tattoo. Use lukewarm water and unscented soap to clean it. Avoid shaving over or around the tattooed area to prevent damage and scabs.
Moisturize Properly
Choose a fragrance-free lotion or ointment, like ones made with petroleum jelly, to moisturize your tattoo. Avoid scabbing and potential design compromise. Look for products with vitamin B5 that keep Tattoos clean, prevent scabbing, and enhance color vibrancy.
Keep it Covered
Don’t pick at scabs; they can remove ink, cause scarring, or lead to infection. Instead, gently tap a scab to relieve itching, ensuring clean hands. Use gentle, hypoallergenic soaps, cleansers, and fragrance-free lotions to clean and moisturize your tattoo.
Ensure Dryness
Once your tattoo scabs are over, moisturize the area to prevent faded ink and infection. Use products specifically designed for tattoo aftercare, like Hustle Butter or Tattoo Goo, which contain antioxidant-rich ingredients. Avoid petroleum-based products without skin-nourishing humectants.
Maintain Appearance
Exfoliate your tattoo once or twice weekly with a gentle sugar scrub and fragrance-free moisturizer to keep it vibrant. Look for products with anti-inflammatory ingredients, like calendula oil, that speed up healing without altering the tattoo’s color.
Remember to wash your tattoo regularly with fragrance-free soap before and after moisturizing to keep pores clear and prevent clogging. Use a fragrance-free daily moisturizer, like Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion, to relieve dry skin all over your body.
