My Tattoo
Tattoo Aftercare

My Tattoo is a clean, professional tattoo studio that always uses sterilized instruments and pigments.  By following these simple instructions, your healing process should be quick and easy. 

  • Remove bandage after 3-4 hours. DO NOT REBANDAGE .
  • Always WASH YOUR HANDS thoroughly before handling tattoo.
  • Wash the area gently with mild antibacterial soap(Lever 2000, Dial, Soft Soap) and water, making sure to remove all excess ointment, blood and ink.  Pat dry with a clean towel. Allow tattoo to air dry for about an hour after the first wash.
  • Apply H2OCEAN TATTOO foam 4 to 5 times a day for 3 to 4 days.
  • Or, apply a VERY THIN LAYER A&D ointment 2 to 3 times a day for 4 to 5 days.
  • After first week, apply a mild fragrance-free moisturizing lotion until the tattoo fully heals(3weeks to one month). CUREL or LUBRIDERM work well. 
  • NO SUN for 2 weeks. 
  • NO SWIMMING or SOAKING for 2 weeks.
  • NO DRINKING ALCOHOL for 2 weeks.
  • NO SCRATCHING OR PICKING YOUR TATTOO.
  • DO NOT USE NEOSPORIN or VASELINE. There are many other tattoo aftercare products on the market today. We can not make any claims as to their effectiveness.
  • Please use COMMON SENSE
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