Aftercare!

Congratulations, you have just received a micro dermal pigment transplant procedure.

It’s not JUST A TATTOO





Please note – it’s important to Watch for signs of infection, you’re not super human and even though we here at Ink Is Art have undergone several methods of caution to ensure a sterile environment for you to get tattooed in, the rest of the world is not. And you have a fresh wound that can get infected easily. Please follow this aftercare to aid in prevention of infection as well as heal your tattoo perfectly. And once again, if you suspect a possible infection or something is wrong with the healing of your tattoo- please seek immediate medical attention! Within 24 hours

🩹 Tattoo Aftercare

By Christine – Ink Is Art Studio

Your tattoo is a fresh wound — and how you care for it directly affects how it heals, how it looks, and whether it qualifies for a touch-up. This guide walks you through everything you need to know to protect your new ink and keep it looking its best.

🔄 First 24 Hours

  • Leave the bandage on for 1–2 hours after your appointment.
  • Wash your hands, then gently clean the tattoo with warm water and unscented soap.
  • Pat dry with clean paper towel — no cloths, no re-bandaging.
  • Change your bed sheets before sleeping with a fresh tattoo.

🧼 Daily Care (Days 1–14)

  • Wash 3–4 times daily with warm water and unscented soap.
  • Use your fingers with light pressure — no scrubbing.
  • Pat dry with clean paper towel.
  • Apply a thin layer of unscented moisturizer (eucerine,aquaphor, A&D Ointment, or Luberderm Unfragranced – do not use AVEENO).
  • your tattoo should never look or feel wet or greasy-this can cause infection and damages to your tattoo, not covered by warranty
  • • If it looks greasy, blot the excess.
  • If it looks dry, reapply lightly.
  • Continue this routine for 2 full weeks.

🚫 What to Avoid (Days 1–30)

  • No direct sunlight or tanning beds
  • No swimming, hot tubs, saunas, or steam rooms
  • No gym, sports, or excessive sweating
  • No tight clothing or friction on the tattoo
  • No shaving or waxing the area
  • No picking, scratching, or touching with dirty hands
  • No ointments, Vaseline, Neosporin, or scented products
  • No advice from friends or TikTok — follow your artist only

🧬 Health Considerations

  • If you’re diabetic, immunocompromised, or prone to infection, consider using Polysporin for the first few days.
  • If you suspect infection (redness, heat, swelling, pus), seek medical attention immediately — do not wait.

☀️ Long-Term Care

  • Tattoos fade with sun exposure — even healed ones.
  • Use SPF 30+ sunblock once fully healed.
  • Moisturize regularly to keep your tattoo vibrant.

🛠️ Touch-Up Policy

  • Touch-ups are only offered for missing details or application flaws visible in your healed tattoo.
  • Damage from poor aftercare (e.g. sunburn, friction, infection) is not covered.
  • Notify me within 6 months and book your touch-up within 1 year.

📦 Supplies You’ll Need

  • Unscented soap
  • Unscented moisturizer (Aquaphor, A&D ointment, Luberderm unfragranced – not Aveeno) Clean paper towels
  • Optional: Polysporin, unscented baby wipes

A small aftercare kit is available at the studio to get you started.

If you have questions or concerns during healing, reach out directly — I’m here to help.
Your tattoo is a collaboration, and proper aftercare is the final step in making it last.

Christine
Ink Is Art Studio
📧 christine@inkisart.ca
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