Tattoo Aftercare​
Tattoo Armour is a popular aftercare product designed to promote healing and minimize damage to your new tattoo. Here's a general guide on how to use it:
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1. Clean the Tattoo:
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Wash your hands! Then gently wash the tattoo with lukewarm water and a mild, unscented soap. (No prolonged water use, no saunas, hot tubs, long showers for 10 days minimum, preferably 2 weeks.)
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Pat the area dry with a clean, soft towel.
2. Apply Ointment:
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Apply a thin layer of NON-SCENTED Ointment to the entire tattooed area.
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Ensure the product covers the entire tattoo and surrounding skin IN A THIN LAYER.
3. Apply the Tattoo Armour Pad:
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Cover the tattoo and the surrounding area with the tattoo pad. Ensure that it will stay in place with tape, gauze, or breathable bandaging.
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Make sure that the wrapping is not too constricting. Your tattoo needs to breathe.
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Change the pad, and bandage, tape, or gauze daily or as needed (every 24 hrs minimum, do not leave on continuously).
4. Repeat:
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Repeat these steps 2-3 times (sometimes per day, depending on tattoo) until your tattoo is done with the leaking stage. Usually only 3 days, then moisturize daily.
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Follow the specific instructions provided with your Tattoo Armor product. Also look up instructions on their website.
Additional Tips:
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Avoid sun exposure: Protect your healing tattoo from direct sunlight. No Tanning for 3 weeks. Use sunscreen to protect your tattoo in the long run from sun damage.
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Limit soaking: Avoid soaking the tattoo in water for extended periods, such as taking long baths or swimming, for 10 days, preferably 2 weeks. This includes saunas, swimming, and baths.
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Avoid scratching: Resist the urge to scratch or pick at the tattoo, as this can lead to infection or scarring. Your tattoo is a wound, so please let it heal.
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Moisturize: Once your tattoo is healed, use a fragrance-free moisturizer to keep the skin hydrated. There are different moisturizers for different climates.
Remember:
While Tattoo Armor can be a helpful tool for healing, it's essential to follow your tattoo artist's specific aftercare instructions. If you have any concerns or experience unusual histamine symptoms, consult with your tattoo artist or a healthcare professional.
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