Questions, Answers, & Aftercare

๑ï What should I do if the wrap starts peeling?

 Peeling is fine as long as the tattoo isn’t exposed. You can trim the edges to avoid this. 

*If the wrap is leaking anywhere, please remove it. Leaking = opening, opening = trapped bacteria.

๑ï Should I use sunscreen on my tattoo? 

After it’s healed, yes, definitely! While healing, avoid anything other than unscented lotion.

๑ï Can I use Aquaphor? 

I do not personally recommend Aquaphor; however, it can be used in place of lotion, in very minimal amounts. Only apply enough to fully rub into the tattoo; leaving a shiny layer can extract the ink from your skin.

๑ï Can I use A&D or Petroleum? 

NO. These will block your pores, leading to a higher risk of infection.

๑ï Should/can I rewrap my tattoo with plastic wrap after taking the wrap off? 

No. Rewrapping risks trapping bacteria & can irritate the tattoo/surrounding skin.

๑ï Leave adhesive wrap on for 1-3 days.

You may notice an “ink sac” fill up in the wrap; this is normal, and you can keep the wrap on.

๑ï Remove the wrap in the shower, under warm water to release the stickiness.

๑ï After removing, clean twice a day, every day, for 2 weeks. 

Wash with Dial or antibacterial soaps & moisturize with Lubriderm or unscented lotion as needed.

๑ï Avoid drying the fresh tattoo with used towels. 

Let skin air dry or use a paper towel to dry before applying lotion.

๑ï Do not over-moisturize your tattoo.

 This can lead to heat rash/irritation. If it’s noticeably dry or flaky, moisturize; if not, you’re good.

๑ï Avoid the following for 2-3 weeks: tanning beds, swimming, baths, long steamy showers, prolonged sun exposure, scented body washes and lotions, itching the tattoo, and picking at the tattoo.