BECAUSE GREAT INK
DESERVES GREAT CARE
Your tattoo is more than body art - it's an investment in your skin. Proper care helps your ink heal beautifully, stay vibrant, and last a lifetime. Here are a few simple, science-backed tips to keep your skin (and your art) looking its best:
BEFORE YOUR TATTOO
- Hydrate your skin. Healthy, moisturized skin takes ink more evenly and heals faster.
- Exfoliate gently. A light exfoliation a few days before can help remove dead skin cells, but skip it on the day of your appointment.
- Skip alcohol and caffeine. Both can thin your blood and make you more prone to bleeding.
- Rest up. Your skin heals better when your body's rested and ready.
AFTERCARE ESSENTIALS
- Clean gently. Use a mild, fragrance-free cleanser - no scrubbing or harsh soaps.
- Hands off! Always wash your hands before touching your fresh tattoo.
- Moisturize lightly. Choose a breathable, non-comedogenic product (like our Ink Snob Tattoo Care Line) to hydrate without clogging pores.
- Let it peel naturally. Flaking is normal-- resist the urge to pick or scratch.
- Avoid soaking. No pools, baths, or hot tubs until fully healed.
LONG-TERM TATTOO CARE
- Sun protection is everything. UV rays fade tattoos fast - always use SPF 30+ on healed ink.
- Keep it moisturized. Healthy skin = bright ink. Daily hydration keeps your colors rich and lines crisp.
- Stay mindful. Your tattoos change as your skin does - care for both equally.
Trusted by Artists, Loved by Skin
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