Tattoo Aftercare Instructions, LCHV June 2014

Tattoo Aftercare Instructions

During the tattooing process, the skin is damaged, resulting in a wound.

If you take good care of your tattoo, it will take about six weeks for the wound to heal.

If the tattoo is covered with a sterile compress or plastic wrap, you can remove it after 3 to 5 hours.

Wound spray or self-adhesive transparent film should stay in place until it naturally peels or falls off.

You can shower with a tattoo.

Treat the uncovered tattoo wound as follows:

• Wash the tattoo twice a day with a mild, unscented soap;

• Pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel after washing;

• Apply the ointment provided by the tattoo artist or recommended by them.

During the healing process, make sure to:

• Touch the tattoo wound as little as possible (wash your hands before caring for the wound);

• Do not scratch the tattoo wound;

• Do not cover the tattoo with tight or dirty clothing;

• Do not cover the tattoo with band-aids or dressings;

• Avoid (bubble) baths, swimming pools, saunas, and steam rooms;

• Do not expose the tattoo to sunlight or tanning beds.

The tattooed skin remains very sensitive to sunlight even after healing.

Always apply sunscreen to your tattoo.

Note: Contact your doctor if you experience extreme redness, swelling, bleeding, wound fluid, color changes, or chronic pain.