How can you clean your tattoo?

Gently wash the tattoo with antimicrobial soap and water and be sure to pat dry. Apply a layer of antibacterial/Vaseline ointment twice a day, but don't put on another bandage. Gently wash your tattoo area twice a day with soap and water and gently pat dry before reapplying the antibacterial/Vaseline ointment.

1. Can I clean my new tattoo?
2. Can I clean my tattoo with just water?
3. How long after getting a tattoo can I clean it?
4. Can I wipe my tattoo with baby wipes?
5. What soap is good for tattoos?
6. Can you use hand sanitizer on tattoo?
7. Is Vaseline good for tattoo?
8. Can I use Dove soap to clean my tattoo?
9. Should I wrap my tattoo at night?
10. Are alcohol wipes good for tattoos?
11. What is the green soap used in tattoo?
12. Can I clean my tattoo with alcohol?
13. What should you not put on a tattoo?
14. What ointment is good for tattoos?

Can I clean my new tattoo?

Do not wipe the tattoo or be rough with it. Do not panic when you see the colors of the tattoo on the paper towel or on your hands as you clean it. This is simply excess ink being sloughed from the surface of the skin. Once a day in the shower is usually enough clean for any new tattoo.

Can I clean my tattoo with just water?

Use lukewarm water, at least at first, because water that is too hot will be painful and could open your pores and cause ink to leach out. Do not stick your tattoo directly under the faucet, instead cup your hand and gently pour water over it. Gently wet the entire tattoo, but do not soak it.

How long after getting a tattoo can I clean it?

How Long Should You Wait to Wash Your Tattoo? We suggest that you wait at least 5 hours after your tattoo's application to wash it. It is critical that you begin with clean hands and a gentle and anti-microbial tattoo cleanser, as this part of your body is especially sensitive.

Can I wipe my tattoo with baby wipes?

FOR YOUR AFTERCARE YOU WILL NEED: Cling film, skin tape, pure baby wipes with no chemicals and tattoo aftercare such as hustle butter or bepanthen. ... Wipe your tattoo over gently with the baby wipes, this will help to remove any more moisture or ink, then pat your tattoo gently to dry it.

What soap is good for tattoos?

Using a mild, fragrance-free soap (Dove, Dial, and Neutrogena); gently wash all excess blood, ointment, ink, and plasma from your tattoo. Only use your hand – DO NOT use a washcloth or loofah as they can harbor bacteria. If you are not sure which soap to use, read the ingredients.

Can you use hand sanitizer on tattoo?

DO. Wash your hands with liquid antibacterial soap before cleaning or touching your tattoo. If antibacterial soap is unavailable, you can use regular soap and then sanitize hands. ... When removing your bandage, rinse tattoo with warm water and pat dry with a clean paper towel.

Is Vaseline good for tattoo?

Vaseline isn't the best choice for tattoo aftercare. Petroleum jelly traps moisture and bacteria, which can lead to infections and scarring if your tattoo doesn't get enough air while it's healing. You may be able to use Vaseline on old tattoos if your skin is dry.

Can I use Dove soap to clean my tattoo?

The first time you clean the tattoo, remove the bandage gently, getting it wet if it's stuck. Wash gently with clean hands, and not a wash cloth. Don't be afraid to really wash your tattoo thoroughly, or you won't get the vaseline off. Use mild soap like Dove, Ivory or Dawn dishwashing liquid.

Should I wrap my tattoo at night?

Many artists will recommend sleeping with your tattoo wrapped for the first few nights (up to 3-4). This protects it from bacteria, your sheets, and accidental picking or ripping of the scabs. Use only a good wrap developed specifically for tattoo healing, which should be breathable, anti-bacterial, and waterproof.

Are alcohol wipes good for tattoos?

Alcohol wipes are too strong to use on a new tattoo and will just dry out the skin. ... However, you should avoid any wipes or lotions with Isopropyl alcohol, or just 'alcohol' shown on the ingredients list. Alcohol wipes can be good for disinfecting your skin, and they can be used to prepare your skin for a tattoo.

What is the green soap used in tattoo?

Green soap is an environmentally friendly, oil-based vegetable soap. Professionals use this soap in medical facilities, tattoo parlors, and piercing studios to help sanitize and clean the skin.

Can I clean my tattoo with alcohol?

Pat the tattoo dry with a clean soft cloth or paper towel, do not rub it. Do not use alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean your tattoo, these will dry the tattoo and possibly remove color.

What should you not put on a tattoo?

Never use petroleum based products A+D Ointment, Bepanthen, Aquaphor, Vaseline, Bacitracin, and Neosporin on your tattoos. These 6 products have a purpose, and it's not tattoo aftercare or tattoo healing.

What ointment is good for tattoos?

For the first day or two, use an ointment like A+D Original Ointment or Aquaphor Healing Ointment or the product recommended by your tattoo artist to help the tattoo heal. It's best to avoid products that are 100 percent petroleum-based, like Vaseline.