HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR NEW TATTOO:
DAY ONE - DAY THREE
Your artist will apply a flexible self-adhesive film to your tattoo. The film is water-resistant and prevents bacteria from entering the area. (You may shower with this on, but please don’t go in the ocean or pool for about two weeks)!
Remove the cover after 1-3 DAYS, or as advised by your artist. (If you have sensitive skin and notice the area around the film becoming red, remove it and go to Step 3).
Gently wash the tattoo with antibacterial soap and water and air dry.
Apply a thin layer of tattoo aftercare ointment to the tattoo and DO NOT re-cover. SKYE INK has an Organic & All Natural Tattoo Oil available for purchase in-store (made by us!), that can be used at any time during the healing process. Our Tattoo Oil is a natural sun protectant and the only product you need to heal your new ink!
You can apply more oil throughout the day as needed, if your tattoo looks too dry, put a little more! You won’t hurt it, but remember you only need a little bit!
WEEK ONE
During the first week with your new tattoo, wash the tattoo twice a day and apply your aftercare ointment.
WEEK TWO + BEYOND
At this point, you should continue to keep the tattoo clean, as it will still be healing.
Continue using your Tattoo Oil, as your tattoo will still be dry.
You should expect there to be some peeling, scabbing, and itching, DO NOT SCRATCH IT, PICK IT, OR PEEL IT! Apply some oil and leave it be.
THINGS TO NOTE
Avoid swimming and direct sun for about two weeks.
If you think your tattoo is not healing properly or have any concerns, please tell us so we can advise you on how to take proper care of it.
Once your tattoo is fully healed, you can keep using our Tattoo Oil to protect the vibrancy of your new ink against UV rays!