{"id":19792,"date":"2018-09-24T12:31:45","date_gmt":"2018-09-24T00:31:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/otautahitattoo.devsite.net.nz\/auckland\/?page_id=19792"},"modified":"2025-08-06T16:42:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T04:42:20","slug":"tattoo-aftercare","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/otautahitattoo.com\/auckland\/tattoo-information\/tattoo-aftercare\/","title":{"rendered":"Tattoo Aftercare"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>TATTOO AFTERCARE GUIDE: HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR NEW TATTOO<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Every tattoo artist has different preferences for how they want you to look after your new tattoo, so make sure you listen to their aftercare instructions.\u00a0 Whether it be an arm tattoo, foot tattoo, or even a head tattoo, every tattoo needs to be taken care of in its infancy stages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">DO\u2019S AND DON\u2019TS OF TATTOO AFTERCARE:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>WRAP IT UP!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Most artists prefer to cover the finished tattoos with cling wrap or \u201csecond skin\u201d.\u00a0 Doing this stops the chances of infection from occurring, and lets the tattoo weep and extract excess ink, blood, and plasma from your skin.\u00a0 This gives your tattoo the ultimate chance to heal from the get-go.\u00a0 Different time frames can be recommended for tattoos to be left covered;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>How Long to do Tattoo Aftercare<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Different time frames can be recommended for tattoos to be left covered; We recommend a minimum of 4 hours and a maximum of 24 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>AFTER THE WRAP!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">After you have your new tattoo uncovered, give it a good but gentle clean.\u00a0 Antibacterial flowing soap is best, as standard bars of soap can dry out your skin.\u00a0 After you\u2019ve cleaned it, let it have a good airing out, this also gives you a chance to have some mirror time with your new ink!\u00a0 Clean your tattoo at least once a day.\u00a0 Also avoid touching your tattoo unless it is to apply aftercare cream or to clean it!\u00a0 Dirty fingers are the most common cause of infected tattoos.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>AFTERCARE CREAM!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Whatever aftercare product you choose, it\u2019s important to apply only a thin layer to your fresh tattoo. We recommend <a style=\"color: #ffffff\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teds-tattoo.com\">Ted\u2019s Tattoo Wonders<\/a> Miracle Balm \u2014 a natural, NZ-made formula designed to soothe, protect, and support healing. Apply once or twice a day, or whenever your tattoo feels dry. With tattoo aftercare, less is more \u2014 overapplying any cream, balm, or oil can actually do more harm than good. And remember: if your chosen aftercare product is irritating your skin, stop using it. Your skin will tell you what it needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">As the tattoo starts to scab and flake, it may become itchy\u2026 <b>DO NOT SCRATCH OR ITCH IT<\/b> (we will haunt your dreams)!\u00a0 If the tattoo is unbearably itchy, we recommend giving it a good slap.\u00a0 Your tattoo will scab and flake over the next week or two, keep applying your aftercare cream 1-2 times daily or as needed until the last scabs have come off.\u00a0 It is also fine to keep applying aftercare cream or a moisturiser after this, as the new skin will be dry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Once your amazing new tattoo, t\u0101 moko, or tatau has healed, please keep sunscreen in mind and on your new tattoo!\u00a0 New Zealand\/Aotearoa sun is harsh as hell and will fade your new tattoo.\u00a0 Tattoos are forever and we want yours to be crisp, bright, and vibrant forever!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">FAQ:<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>Is it OK to wear clothes over a new tattoo?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Yes, but try not to after the few initial days after application.\u00a0 If you do, make sure you change your clothes frequently.\u00a0 In our experience, tattoos can weep onto the clothes and if you don\u2019t change them, it can cause infection.\u00a0 Be aware of how tight your clothing is, any rubbing increases the risk of damaging your tattoo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>Should I moisturise my tattoo the first day?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><b>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>It really comes down to the artist\u2019s advice, but we would say just leave it wrapped the first day and start using aftercare cream a day or two after you get the tattoo done.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>Can you use coconut oil for tattoo aftercare?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">There is an array of different creams, balms, oils etc you can use. We recommend Ted&#8217;s Tattoo Wonders Miracle Balm which is an <a style=\"color: #ffffff\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teds-tattoo.com\">NZ-made, natural tattoo aftercare<\/a> that soothes irritation, reduces redness, protects against infection, and supports fast recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>Should I wrap my tattoo at night?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><b>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>Yes, if you feel this will help protect it.\u00a0 It\u2019s all about making sure you give your tattoo the best opportunity to heal flawlessly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><strong>When can I go swimming with a new tattoo?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff\"><b>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>We recommend waiting until the tattoo is healed to go swimming (2-3 weeks), as this minimises the chances of infection from happening.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TATTOO AFTERCARE GUIDE: HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR NEW TATTOO &nbsp; 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