Tattoo Aftercare

How To Take Care Of Your New Tattoo

Besides choosing your tattoo design and getting the ink done at a studio, tattoo aftercare is by far the most important aspect of your tattoo journey. Post-tattoo care should not be taken lightly – you need to know how to take care of a tattoo as best as possible. Failing to follow your tattoo artist’s advice could lead to damaging consequences.

1.Leave your bandage/wrap on until told by your artist

After the tattoo is completed, the tatoo artist will moisturize the skin and apply plastic wrap or bandages to the area.

Tattoo aftercare starts in the tattoo shop. Once the tattoo is done, the artist will apply a thin layer of tattoo jelly or moisturizer over the entire tattooed area. They will then cover the area completely with plastic wrap or a bandage.

As tempting as it can be to remove the protective cover to look at the tattoo, the bandage or plastic wrap should stay on for at least a few hours after the process. The length of time will depend on the size and location of the tattoo.

This covering protects the open skin from bacteria, sunlight, and from rubbing against clothing.