Tattoo Aftercare

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• Wash your hands thoroughly with fragrance-free, dye-free antibacterial liquid soap (e.g., Dial).
• Remove your bandage within 2–3 hours. You may see a gooey residue—this is normal (a mix of plasma and ointment).
• Gently wash your tattoo using the same fragrance-free antibacterial soap.
• Pat dry with a clean paper towel. Avoid fabric towels which can harbor bacteria.

• After cleaning and drying, apply a thin layer of Aquaphor, A&D ointment, or Hustle Butter.
• Lisikatos Tattoo Co. highly recommends Hustle Butter for optimal healing and comfort.
• Do NOT use Vaseline, Neosporin, or any petroleum-based products.
• Repeat the wash/dry/ointment steps twice daily (morning and night).

• Around days 3–4, expect itching, flaking, and peeling—this is normal.
• Do NOT scratch, rub, or pick at your tattoo.
• Improper aftercare voids free touch-ups.
• After day 4, stop using ointment.
• Continue gentle washing as needed (no overwashing).
• Apply a thin layer of unscented lotion (e.g., Aveeno or Lubriderm) after each wash.
• Avoid lotions with fragrance, dyes, or additives.
• Continue using unscented lotion for at least 14 days.

✅ Do:

• Wear loose, comfortable clothing over your new tattoo.
• Keep your tattoo clean and moisturized as instructed.
• Protect it from sun exposure for at least 2 weeks. After that, always use sunscreen.

🚫 Avoid:

• Picking, scratching, peeling, or rubbing your tattoo.
• Letting anyone touch your tattoo during the healing process.
• Wearing abrasive materials like tight clothing, watches, jewelry, or sports bras over the tattoo.
• Swimming or soaking your tattoo for at least 2 weeks — that means:
  
  • No pools
  • No hot tubs
  • No oceans, lakes, or ponds
  • No long baths