Tattoo Aftercare Instructions for new Tattoos

Proper tattoo skin care is very vital for sustaining the colours of your tattoo. In Alive Tattoo Singapore, we give clear tattoo aftercare instructions to customers after every tattoo and recommend best lotion for tattoo. After the skin is tattooed, it takes 3 to 4 weeks to heal fully. During the healing period, new skin will form over the tattoo and old skin will be pushed out, dried and form a scab. At this time, it tends to be itchy and is best not to scratch. Gentle patting around the area and apply moisturising tattoo cream is essential for better healing. Follow the tattoo care guide below:

How to take care of a fresh tattoo:

2. Wash the tattoo with mild soap and water. Gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel or paper towel. It is ok to bath (keep the tattoo clean prevents infections), but do no soak in bath tubs.

3. Apply antiseptic cream sparingly (just a thin layer will do). Rub it in lightly and then wipe off any excess. The healing skin must be able to breath.

4. Continue to wash the tattoo and apply the antiseptic cream twice a day for first 3 day. Switch to moisturizing cream thereafter. This will prevent the scabs breaking or falls off prematurely.  

5. Never pick or scratch at the tattoo, no matter how itchy it gets. If it get unbearable, just slap it lightly. Picking of scab will damage the tattoo and sometime even touch-ups can not repair the damages!

6. Do not get any direct sunlight on the tattoo for a period of two weeks or until it is healed completely. Apply sunblock of at least SPF50 for best protection.

7. Do not swim for at least 2 weeks after you have had your new tattoo. Soaking the skin may damage it.

8. If you do not follow the care directions properly the healing time may be extended and possible damage may occur. 

Lifetime care:

Whenever there’s a need to expose the tattoo to direct sun thereafter,