Aftercare


Before your appointment:

• Avoid sunburn, scraps or cuts on the area to be tattooed
• Get a good night’s rest
• Have a healthy meal with protein an hour or so before
• Stay hydrated
• Avoid alcohol , caffeine, blood-thinners
• Take care of your personal hygiene

During your Appointment:

• Come alone or bring one friend
• Focus on breathing
• Refrain from moving
• Bring high-energy snacks and water

After Your Appointment:

Follow your artist care instructions exactly.
We have aftercare products for sale at the shop.

1. Remove bandage after 2-3 hours and wash tattoo with hot water.
2. Wash and pat tattoo dry before applying a small amount of lotion 2-3 times a day for 7 days.
3. Continue step 2 for another 7 days 1-2 times a day.
4. Do not expose to sun, saltwater, chlorinated water, hot tubs or saunas for 10 days
5. Do not pick or scratch the new tattoo
6. Everyone will tell you a different story on how to heal your tattoo. Don’t listen to them.
7. Any questions please call or email exoticeyetattoo@gmail.com.