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Midnight Tattoo Aftercare Instructions
One of the most important parts
of getting a new tattoo is how you look after it, this will have a direct
bearing on how bright and sharp your tattoo will look after it has healed.
Follow these instructions carefully
and your tattoo will heal quickly, easily and will look as good as it
possibly can.
Remove the bandage the morning after
your tattoo has been done, you may need to gently soak the bandage off
in warm water.
Wash the tattoo gently with clean
hands and a mild un-perfumed soap; leave the tattoo to air dry for 5 minutes.
Thinly apply Bepanthen
ointment on your tattoo to keep it moisturized, this will help stop excessive
scabbing and will accelerate healing times, you may need to apply this
ointment three to four times a day to stop your tattoo totally drying
out.
Make sure you always wash your hands
before applying the ointment to reduce the risk of infection.
You will need to apply the cream
for about 5 to 7 days, this time varies person to person but generally
your tattoo will heal in about 7 to 10 days.
Do not
pick or scratch your tattoo as this can caused a patchy finish, if your
tattoo is really itchy a light slap in the area tends to relieve the itch.
Avoid soaking your tattoo in water
as soaking will cause it to scab over heavily, a quick was is all it needs.
Do not use Vaseline or other ointments
without consulting your artist.
Avoid swimming, sunbathing or sun-beds
for 6 weeks after your tattoo as these activities all have a detrimental
effect on the healing time and the quality of the finish.
Keep your tattoo clean but as mentioned
avoid soaking.
If you have any concerns or questions
please contact your artist.