TATTOO | AFTERCARE GUIDE

What to Do After Your Tattoo Session

• Remove the protective film once you arrive home. Do not reapply cling film or cover the tattoo again.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before touching your tattoo at any time.
• Clean the area gently twice a day using warm water and a fragrance-free, pH-neutral soap, use only your hands, never sponges or cloths.
• For the first 48 hours, finish each wash with a splash of cool water to help close the pores.
• Pat dry with a clean paper towel. Do not rub or use rough fabrics.
• Keep the tattoo dry for the first 2–3 days to encourage faster initial healing.
• If your skin feels comfortable remaining dry, you may continue doing so until light tightness or dryness appears.
• After 2–3 days, begin applying a very thin layer of a professional tattoo aftercare product (e.g. Hustle Butter Deluxe or Hustle Butter CBD Luxe, available from Killer Ink).
• Keep the tattoo lightly hydrated, not greasy.
• Showers are fine (keep them short), but avoid soaking the tattoo until the peeling stage is complete.
• Wear clean, loose-fitting clothing over the area to prevent friction or contamination.
• Allow any flakes or scabs to come off naturally, do not pick or peel them. This typically occurs within 7 days.
• Once peeling is complete, continue to moisturise once daily with a light, unscented lotion (e.g. Aveeno) for the next 5–6 weeks or as long as your skin feels dry.
• Full skin recovery generally takes 2–6 weeks, depending on your body and skin type.

What to Avoid

• Avoid alcohol, recreational drugs, and late nights immediately after your session, your body heals best with proper rest.
• Do not scratch, pick, peel, or rub the tattoo during healing.
• Avoid cloth bandages or dressings that may stick to the tattoo.
• Do not wear tight or abrasive clothing or jewellery that rubs against the area.
• Avoid Vaseline, petroleum jelly, or heavy creams, as these can block pores and trap bacteria.
• Avoid swimming, bathing, or hot tubs for at least 2 weeks.
• Keep your tattoo away from dirt, sand, and unhygienic environments until fully healed.
• Avoid direct sunlight for at least 3 weeks. After that, always apply a high SPF sunblock to protect your tattoo and prevent fading

Important

I use only the highest quality products for tattooing and aftercare, with all materials supplied exclusively by: Killer Ink www.killerinktattoo.co.uk

& Hustle Butter www.hustlebutter.com