Monday - February 23, 2026
Tattoo Basics

Tattoo After Care
Here is a list of things that you should do once you've gotten yourself a tattoo.
1. Take the bandage/cover off after 1-3 hours.
2. Give the tattooed area a warm soapy wash twice daily using only your hand.Only bar/hand soap, not shower cream or parfume soap.
3. Make sure it is thoroughly cleaned.
4. Pat it dry with an unused clean towel.
5. Let the tattoo "air dry" for at least 30 minutes.
6. Then for the next 7-14 days, apply a light smear of Bepanthen Nappy Rash Ointment 2-3 times daily. Do not put too much at once since it will make the tattoo too wet or soggy. (Use only Bepanthen Nappy Rash Ointment. Do not use Vaseline or antiseptic cream).
7. Do this until all the scabs come off.
8. If your tattoo starts to peel, do not pick or scratch, let it shed naturally for the best results.
9. If your tattoo itches, don't scratch it! Instead, slap it to make the itch go away. Or apply a thin layer of Bepanthen Nappy Rash Ointment or run water over it to moist the tattoo.
Once it is healed, apply sunblock before spending an extended time outside.
10. If your tattoo itches, don't scratch it! Instead, slap it to make the itch go away. Once it is healed, apply sunblock before spending an extended time outside.
11. Remember:
  • Do not at any time, scrub your tattoo before it is fully healed. A tattoo is considered completely healed when it is about 3 months old..
  • No skin to skin contact with people or pets.
  • No scratching, picking or peeling.
  • No swimming, sauna, jacuzzi or tub.
  • No direct sunlight for at least one (1) month.
  • No tanning salon or contact sports.
  • No shaving.
  Note: Please remember that the outcome of your tattoo depends on how you take care of it.