AFTERCARE
CLEAN (Days 1-10)
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THE BEGINNING
The skin is a fresh wound that’s beginning the scabbing process: it oozes, it swells, and it hurts.
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During this stage
Using an unscented soap, gently clean your tattoo to wash away infection-causing germs and debris. Keep it clean, and keep it out of the sun!
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this stage ends
This stage ends once your skin is fully healed.
HEAL (Days 1-10)
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The Scabbing
The skin is a fresh wound that’s beginning the scabbing process: it oozes, it swells, and it hurts. With healing comes inflammation.
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During this stage
Using a tattoo salve helps your body heal in the most pleasant and effective way possible.
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This stage ends
This stage ends once the scabs have formed and it might itch.
Moisturize (Days 10-21)
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The Flake Off
The skin is healing itself under the cover of scabs, and it itches. It might be tempting, but don’t pick at the scabs! Your body will get rid of them when it is done.
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During this stage
Using a cream moisturizes your tattoo like none other.
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this stage ends
This stage ends when the scabs fall off and leave behind a brand new shiny layer of skin.
Defend (From 22 Days on...)
Skin Cocoon
The skin is still healing under that new thin layer of skin. This process can take up to 6 months and your tattoo can look cloudy until it is complete.
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During this stage
Using an SPF 50 sunscreen helps protect your tattoo from harmful UV rays that will destroy pigments and fade your tattoo.
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this stage ends
This stage ends when your tattoo is no longer cloudy or achy; but the need for UV Protection never stops!
