Day 1:
– Tattoos may be weepy, reddened, and itchy.
– Clean your tattoo multiple times daily with antibacterial soap and warm water.
– Scabs will naturally form; do not pick at them to avoid scarring.
Day 2:
– Remove the bandage and wash your tattoo twice daily with antibacterial soap.
– Scabs may develop; do not pick at them.
– Apply fragrance-free lotion for aftercare if needed.
Day 3:
– Tattoos may appear dull and cloudy.
– Do not pick at scabs to avoid infection.
– Wash with antibacterial soap and lukewarm water.
Day 4:
– Tattoos may look dull with flaky skin and scabs forming.
– Avoid scratching scabs to prevent infection and scarring.
– Wash your tattoo with antibacterial soap, but avoid over-washing.
Day 5:
– Initial swelling and oozing should have subsided.
– Scabs may form; do not pick at them.
– Wash with warm water and antibacterial soap, then moisturize with mild lotion.
Day 6:
– Scabs should be fully formed; avoid picking at them.
– Skin may still be dull or cloudy and occasionally release fluids.
– Wash with antibacterial soap and use recommended ointments or balms.
Day 7:
– Oozing has subsided, and scabs have formed.
– Do not pick at scabs to prevent infection and scarring.
– Wash with warm water and fragrance-free soap, and apply the recommended ointment.
Day 8:
– Initial discomfort and redness should have subsided.
– Itching may increase; avoid picking at loose scabs.
– Wash with antimicrobial washcloths and lukewarm water, and apply non-scented ointment.
Day 9:
– Redness and excess ink should be fading.
– Tattoos may appear dull or cloudy with forming scabs.
– Wash with mild, fragrance-free soap and warm water; avoid lotion.
Always pat your tattoo dry with a clean paper towel and refrain from manipulating or picking at any scabs to prevent infection and maintain proper healing.
