Care Insturstion

Please read carefully for the instruction in below for preparation before the tattoo appointment and aftercare of the tattoo.

Prepare

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It is important to take nice sleep before the tattoo appointment to keep your body in-tune, and it also helps you to stay calm during the session.

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Getting food but not too much is good to keep the sugar level for your body, you would not want to feel dizzy! And remember to stay hydrated as well.

moisturize

It is always nice to exfoliate and moisturize the area you want to put you tattoo on, thoroughly in days/weeks prior the session.

Fresh Tattoo

1. I will put on a transparent bandage after finishing the tattoo, which help to It will protect the tattoo from bacteria and debris, while also helping to save clothes and linens from ink and blood. And keep the bandage on around 3-5 days, at least 24 hours.

Though it’s normal for the tattoo to darken, but if you see a pool or excess of liquid (blood, plasma, sweat, etc) gather under the bandage, you can also remove the bandage.
Please do not exercise at lease 2-3 weeks to avoid the stretch of the skin.
If you feel the skin becomes irritated or red under the bandage, please remove as soon as possible. Some people with eczema or sensitive skin can become irritated or rashy from the bandage.

2. Take off the bandage under running water, and wash the area gently with soap and water to remove any discharge. Pat dry and apply a later of ointment or a tattoo-healing applicant. For the next 2-3 days, apply a thin layer 2-3 times a day, always keeping the tattoo moisturized. Do not let the tattoo dry out and always keep it moisturized. Ointment that I recommend:

3. Once the top layer has healed over slightly, switch from ointment to body lotion. Apply a thin layer of unscented body lotion constantly (2-5 times a day) for the following two weeks until the peeling is finished. For fineline tattoos, you should not produce a scab, but peel gently. If you are using hustlebutter, please continue with the butter in replacement of the body lotion.

During the days of moisturizing, please keep exercise to a minimum. Avoid drinking for the first three days of healing. DO not expose the tattoo to long periods of humidity or wetness (pool, sauna, long showers) Try to avoid wearing any tight clothing/shoes on the tattoo area. Avoid abrasions of any kind (sleeping on the tattoo, pet handling, etc.)

4.Once the tattoo is healed, it is normal for it to be lighter. If you find that lines/small details scab/peel out, we can schedule a touch up session where we revisit the lighter areas. Touch ups are free, and require an appointment. To schedule a touch up, please email the existing appointment email chain with a picture of your healed tattoo and I will provide a day/time that will

Long Term Aftercare

Please always use sunscreen when exposing your tattoo to the elements. Always moisturize on a regular basis as overall skincare is just as important. Lacerations, burns, sever sunburns can alter/distort the tattoo as well.