Aftercare Methods

Standard:

  1. Within a few hours, remove your bandage.
    Gently Wash tattoo with warm water and a liquid antibacterial soap.
    (DO NOT use any cloths or sponges)

  2. Allow tattoo to air dry.
    (DO NOT use a cloth towel)

  3. With clean hands, apply a thin layer of Redemption Tattoo Care or a similar
    ointment to your clean tattoo 2x a day, for the first week.

  4. Keep tattoo clean and avoid any unnecessary contact.

  5. After 7 days, you may switch to a non-scented natural lotion.

  6. Avoid picking or scratching at any scabs.
    Avoid excessive sun exposure.
    Avoid salt water, chlorine, and submerging your tattoo in water.
    Avoid gyms, excessive sweating or working out the body part which has been tattooed.

Barrier Wrap:

  1. Leave tattoo wrapped for 3 to 5 days.
    Aim to keep barrier from peeling prematurely.

  2. After 3 to 5 days, slowly and gently remove your barrier wrap.
    Gently Wash tattoo with warm water and a liquid antibacterial soap.
    (DO NOT use any cloths or sponges)

  3. Allow tattoo to air dry.
    (DO NOT use a cloth towel)

  4. With clean hands, gently apply Redemption Tattoo Care or a non-scented natural lotion 2-3 times a day.

  5. Keep tattoo clean and avoid any unnecessary contact.

  6. Avoid picking or scratching at any scabs.
    Avoid excessive sun exposure.
    Avoid salt water, chlorine, and submerging your tattoo in water.
    Avoid gyms, excessive sweating or working out the body part which has been tattooed.

If you have any questions about your healing tattoo, reach out to your artist or our studio.
If you ever suspect an infection or medical emergency, contact your healthcare provider.