Aftercare Instructions
Before Your Appointment
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Avoid sunburn, scraps or cuts on the area to be tattooed
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Get a good night’s rest
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Have a healthy meal with protein an hour or so before
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Stay hydrated
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Avoid alcohol , caffeine, blood-thinners
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Take care of your personal hygiene
During Your Appointment
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Come alone or bring one friend
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Focus on breathing
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Refrain from moving
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Bring high-energy snacks and water
After Your Appointment
Follow your artist care instructions exactly.
We have aftercare products for sale at the shop.
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Remove bandage after 2-3 hours and wash tattoo with hot water.
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Wash and pat tattoo dry before applying a small amount of lotion 2-3 times a day for 7 days.
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Continue step 2 for another 7 days 1-2 times a day.
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Do not expose to sun, saltwater, chlorinated water, hot tubs or saunas for 10 days
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Do not pick or scratch the new tattoo
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Everyone will tell you a different story on how to heal your tattoo. Don’t listen to them.
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Any questions please call or email exoticeyetattoo@gmail.com.