A tattoo is an open wound for the first couple of weeks. Look after it properly and it keeps its colour and its edges — this is the whole routine.
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How to care for a new tattoo with help of ThInk Tattoo Aftercare cream:
- First 2–3 hoursIf your tattoo has been wrapped in cling film do not leave it longer than 2-3hrs, your tattoo needs to breath.
- Once you remove the cling film use gentle liquid anti-bacterial soap, wash well but efficiently, avoid new tattoo to remain under water for too long. Gently pat the tattoo dry (don’t rub it) with a paper towel, do not apply any ointment during first 48hrs. After this time let the tattoo air out for 20-30 minutes after it has been washed before applying ThInk tattoo aftercare cream.
- Peeling stageUse cream for at least 1 week. During the healing process the tattoo scabs and will peel and flake. The scab will fall off on its own, don’t fiddle with it. Scratching and peeling the scab off might cause some of the pigment to disappear, it also welcomes bacteria. Once the scabbing is over, continue using ThInk aftercare cream once daily, you might want to swap to ThInk tattoo butter.
Ideally from the 3rd day onwards you should apply cream once daily but if the skin gets tight and discomfort remains, apply cream once in the morning and then again in the evening. First wash your hands, then let small amount of cream warm up in your hand and finally gently pat it into your skin, avoiding any force in spreading the ointment. Don’t suffocate your tattoo with too much cream.
The above method does not apply if your tattoo was covered with Second Skin film. Second Skin can remain on the new tattoo ideally 5 days, max 7 days. Use ThInk tattoo aftercare cream once daily after the Second Skin is removed.
ALWAYS contact your tattoo artist first if you are in doubt about the healing process and have follow up questions.