Tattoo Aftercare

After receiving a tattoo at Adrenaline, it is essential that an aftercare routine is followed to ensure that successful healing occurs. We recommend leaving the bandage that is covering your tattoo on overnight. Remove the bandage just before you shower in the morning. In the shower, wash your entire body and hair before you wash your tattoo. Wash your tattoo with a clean, mild, unscented soap and warm water, this means use a liquid soap or a new bar soap designated specifically for your tattoo. Pat your tattoo dry using a clean paper towel making sure that you are not rubbing to dry. Leave the tattoo alone for the next 24 hours to air dry. The following morning, repeat the shower procedure and you can begin using a water based lotion, such as Naked, no more than three times a day. When applying the lotion, make sure to use only a very thin layer. If too much lotion is applied, dab off the excess with a clean paper towel. Remember that too little lotion is better than too much. Never apply lotion just before bed as it will stick to your sheets and make sure to always wear clean clothes to cover your tattoo. It is normal to see the tattoo begin to flake during the first week of healing. Do not swim or soak the tattoo in any body of water during this flaking phase and never pick or scratch at the flakes. After the flakes fall off, your tattoo will have a shiny look. Do not expose your tattoo to the sun during this shiny stage. Once the shiny skin is gone, you can expose the tattoo to sun as long as you cover it with sunblock to keep it looking crisp. Happy healing!