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Tattoo Aftercare

(for sensitive, oily & dry skin)

 

Step-by-Step Guide

 

1. Right After Getting Tattooed (Day 0)

• Remove the plastic wrap after 2–4 hours (unless using special “Second Skin” film – then follow your studio’s instructions).

• Wash the tattoo with lukewarm water and pH-neutral, fragrance-free soap. No sponges or washcloths – just clean hands.

• Gently pat dry (don’t rub!) with kitchen paper, a lint-free cloth, or a fresh towel.

• Apply a thin layer of healing ointment – e.g. Bepanthen, TattooMed, Cicaplast B5. The skin needs to breathe – no greasy layer!

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2. First Week (Days 1–7)

• Clean and moisturize 2× daily – for example, in the morning and evening. For oily skin, wash more often if needed (e.g. after workouts); for dry skin, apply cream more frequently.

• Keep the tattoo dry and clean. Avoid tight clothing or anything that rubs.

• Don’t scratch or pick at scabs! Itching is normal.

• No baths, swimming, or sauna! Quick showers are fine.

• No direct sunlight or tanning beds! Cover the tattoo or stay in the shade.

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3. Second Week (Days 8–14)

• Scabs will start to come off. Continue gentle washing and applying a thin layer of cream.

• Don’t peel off any loose skin or flakes – this disrupts healing and damages pigment.

• For dry skin, you can apply cream up to 3× daily. Oily skin may only need 1×.

• Mild flaking or peeling is normal.

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4. From Week 3 Onwards (Until Fully Healed)

• The tattoo is surface-healed, but the skin is still regenerating.

• Usually, applying cream once a day is enough.

• From now on: use SPF 50+ sunscreen if your tattoo is exposed to sunlight.

• Swimming and sports are fine again, as long as the skin is no longer open.